Wow! This place is definitely a hidden gem. I would not have found this place without Yelp. It's not in an area that you'd just randomly drive or walk by but I kind of like that about it. I bet this place get packed in the winter when they don't have outdoor seating. I've seen their ciders at places like Rustic Goat but didn't realize they had their own tasting room until just recently. The staff is friendly and their prices are very reasonable. I want to take a bath in all of their unique cider flavors. Bring your friends they have something for everyone, even non alcoholic options for under 21 or people who don't drink. read more

Double Shovel Cider - Cideries Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Gotta start with saying that I don't really like/go for ciders because they're usually way too sweet for me, however that said, I LOVE Double Shovel Cider Co's cider. They do have some sweet ones, but for the most part they are very light and refreshing. My most favorite one was Pepper Peak. A cute little spot with different food trucks in the parking lot. They had a decent sized outdoor space for you to bring your dogs and sit outside with them. A little on the pricier side, paying 11$ for a flight of 4 ciders. Not terrible, but I'm use to paying 6-8$ for that amount. The staff were very nice and knowledgeable about the ciders. This is great spot to come after a long hike. I will be back! read more

My friend and I visited a couple of breweries in Anchorage and this was my favorite of them all! Double Shovel makes delicious ciders! It's a little place but full of character. And it was packed on a late Saturday afternoon! They offer flights of four ciders so you can try a little of everything. Since it was my first time there, I got the flight and picked the blueberry, Alaska apple, the semi-dry cider, and the pepper peak cider. My friend had been there before and went straight for a glass of the blueberry. I loved all the ciders except for the pepper one. The Alaska apple was my favorite. Perfectly sweet and delicious. The blueberry one was amazing too. The pepper one was really interesting. Definitely tasted like cider but had that spicy pepper kick to it. It was fun to try but wouldn't be one that I would order a full glass of. And if you get a flight, the write down your order on the back of a Double Shovel sticker that you get to keep! A souvenir! Because it was so busy, it took some time for us to get our order in at the bar. There was a server going around table to table also taking orders though, with an iPhone with a square thing so you could pay on the spot instead of waiting in line at the cashier. They also have merchandise up at the front, like hoodies and growlers and such. They're logo is pretty cool so all the merch looked nice. There's a restroom and plenty of free parking in front. read more

Double Shovel Cider - Cider flight - Cideries Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

What a wonderful place to visit on a sunny Friday afternoon. The outside seating was nearly full of guests and a food truck parked nearby was available for anyone wanting a late lunch, early dinner , or just a snack. The staff inside Double Shovel was friendly and very informative so we decided on two flights of eight different ciders. We sampled, Extra Dry, Pineapple, Cranberry, Bourbon, Alppalanche Semi Dry, Cider-Mosa, Botanical, and Forget-Me-Hopped. Each was unique and enjoyable but my wife enjoyed the Pineapple the most and I was fascinated by the POM-Bourbon, which was distinctly bourbon flavored with a very slight sweet after tone. All in all it was a very enjoyable and informative visit. Tucked away in a busy industrial/commercial area it is not the easiest to find, but follow your gps and it will lead you right there. There is adequate parking close by and if the weather is not cooperating there is plenty of inside seating. read more

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Forgetmehopped is an amazing balance of hops and cider. This place is great! The staff is very friendly and always willing to help explain and describe the Ciders. I came for a Yelp event and have been back multiple times since and every time I am happy I did. I recomend bringing a friend and try a flight or two then you can get a pint of your favorite. Honestly can't say enough good things about this place I recommend you check it out for yourself. read more

I came here on a Yelp event and what a gem it is! The location is a little hidden, if you think you went the wrong way, then you're probably heading the right way ha! They had seven Ciders on tap.. all absolutely amazing! I recommend the cider paddle to get a sample of four, heck if you're with a friend you can sample all of them! The name of the cider is exactly what they taste like! They have samples, flights, and growlers. They are on tap in over 90 places in Alaska, which is pretty amazing! The owners are very friendly, and are eager to share with you their passion of the Cidery they created! All the apples they use are from locals, which is absolutely amazing to me! They are currently brewing a small collection of ciders that will be on limited release. They had some advertisements for upcoming events they plan to host at their location which is pretty awesome. I am excited to find this gem, and look forward to visiting again! read more

I've never been a cider person, but then I found double shovel and it was a game changer!! If you're looking for a good cider or even curious about it, give this place a try. The pineapple and grapefruit lavender is a must try. read more

I really enjoy ALL of their ciders and their uniquely cozy tasting room. Each of their ciders are uniquely crafted, some incorporating different flavor combinations. They are always light, crisp and refreshing (never overly sweet or sugary like some ciders). The servers are always welcoming, helpful and knowledgeable. They usually always have a fun seasonal flavor every couple months (always worth trying)! You can buy their cider at the brewery in prepackaged cans or via growler (you can bring your own growler or purchase there). They also have great quality apparel! Last but not least... Double Shovel coordinates with different food truck vendors everyday... so there is always amazing local food to pair with their amazing cider. read more

What an absolute pleasant surprise! I am an IPA and sour beer drinker through and through, so I didn't have high hopes that the cider wasn't going to be on the sweet side. I tried a flight and I can happily report that not one of the ciders that I tried was sweet! With that being said, they do have sweeter ciders for those that like them, so I can safely say they offer something for everyone! My girlfriends and I got there on a Friday around 5 pm and it was just starting to fill up. The cidery is on the smaller side but very cozy with the whole rustic/modern/industrial feel. The staff were very helpful and accommodating. My two favorites? The forget-me-hopped (which satisfies some of that IPA essence) and the Appalanche, both of which I was able to purchase to go. I just noticed they have the grapefruit lavender cider, which I have heard people rave about AND the sour cyser, which I am THRILLED to go and try! Thanks for bringing authentic cider to Alaska! read more

All the ciders here are quite tasty. They have new ones every so often. Gets pretty busy but you can always snag a seat, hang out and play some games. read more

I'm not a huge fan of ciders, but I like this place! It definitely helps that they do Sunday brunch and have a food truck out front. It can get a little crowded since it's a small space, but it has a nice environment. The only thing I'd say is for the staff to be on the same page. My mom was in line ahead of me and ordered a flight. When I tried to order one, I was told they weren't currently offering flights. My boyfriend arrived 15 minutes later and ordered and received a flight. I asked again and was told no--so that was annoying, but I'm not one to complain, just had my one cider and left. I would have definitely stayed longer if I had been able to order like the rest of my party. read more

This was a quick stop for my friend and I. Neither of us had been before, but being that we had an hour to kill and both like ciders, we thought we'd try it out. Honestly, we drove by it at first b/c we just weren't paying attention. I'm from WA and am used to breweries, cideries, and wineries in industrial parks, so I should have been a better look out. When you get there it's a cute space, cool logo all around the bar, great garage doors that open up, and friendly bartenders. Their outdoor space is parking spaces with high top tables and flower pots which worked well for families and those wanting to be by the food truck. My friend and I each got a flight with different ciders. We both loved the hopped, brut, mimosa and pineapple ones. Skip the cherry...weird aftertaste. As you can prob tell by my selection we tend to go for dryer and not too sweet ones. Pineapple was our fav sweet one, but the pineapple flavor was fresh and would be refreshing on a hot day. My IPA friends would like the hopped one. I really like their endgame of getting more local apple producers and trying to keep things as local as possible. I'll be back and I'll bring my growler. read more

This is a great place to stop by. Excellent hard ciders, good selection, and easy atmosphere. We worked our way through two flights of four and enjoyed them all to one degree or another. We will likely bring visitors by to enjoy the offerings. One thing, though -- we would have really enjoyed some kind of munchie during our time there enjoying the cider. It would have been helpful for the tummy, for cleansing the palate between ciders, and for a good overall experience. Just sayin'. read more

Appalanche is by far my fave cider. Period. I appreciate how knowledgeable and kind their staff are all thE time, too. Great place for a Sunday afternoon chill session with friends. read more

Great local place with a nice vibe. The selection of ciders tend to be more on the dry side, but they do have some semi-sweet ones to try. They have both glasses and flights so you can try a few different flavors. We really enjoyed the sour cyser and cranberry. Nice being at the only cidery in Alaska. read more

Double Shovel Cider - Cideries Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Delicious, light, dry ciders. Forget that sweet , bottled, comercialized stuff. This is made from local and Pacific NW ingredients, some taste like great champagne, some have delicious hops flavors. Try it for yourself. I'm a big fan. read more

The ciders need more work. The pineapple and the cidermosa were my favorites and they weren't that good. For the only game in town, this is probably fine. Folks were really nice. If you come from places where cider is everywhere, adjust your expectations. read more

We have been here several times and love coming here. Great cozy atmosphere, delicious ciders, and periodic special beverage offerings. Always seems to be some type of community support or delicious food truck outside. read more

I love the decor, it's urban but maintains a rustic AK vibe. Owners Galen and Morgan are knowledgeable, friendly, & efficient. ((Full disclosure: was comped a sampler to help put together some cider + macaron pairings for a Double Shovel + Sweet Caribou collab.)) I'll definitely be back, especially for the extra-dry cider (pretty much the champagne of the North). Went on a Saturday night and it was full but not so overwhelming that you can't talk. read more

Delicious cider! Fun atmosphere. The day we went there was a food truck with tons of vegan options! I wish something like this was near my home. read more

Horrible place. They close @ 5:00 or 6:00 pm, they don't serve food and it's freakin hot ass hell in there. Not a good hang out spot. We walked in and walked right back out. They have a lunch truck sitting in the yard but if I wanted to eat out of a truck I wld have gone to the farmers market. Lame spot.. sorry read more

Love this place! Relaxed and great cider. We loved the Forget-Me-Hopped and Pineapple read more

Double Shovel Cider - Pineapple & Forget-Me-Hopped - Cideries Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

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If you haven't been there, you're missing out. The pineapple beer is my favorite, and the kombucha on tap is on point. Also some pretty cool merchandise. The spring/summer time when they have outdoor seating as well is my favorite time to go! Also they have food trucks outside. Friendly staff, and always something new on top. read more

Dropped into Double Shovel for a growler fill tonight and was pleasantly surprised by a few changes. They are selling 4 packs of their Forget me Hopped cider which is a nice development. The seating area expanded a bit into a side area that used to be blocked off which helped with the cramped feeling in the tasting room. I'm not sure if it was the particular clientele tonight or if an actual change was made, but I could actually hear fairly decently! Major pluses! read more

Best brewery in town!! I love variety of ciders on tap, and the friendly staff are incredibly kind and offer amazing suggestions!!! Love the atmosphere, our new favorite place in town!!! read more

Best cider in the state! Amazing flavors always on rotation, really cute (but always busy) place, and friendly staff to serve you. A summer staple in our house for sure. read more

Great selection, cool place to catch up after a busy week. We shared a flight of ciders. The grapefruit lavender was a hit; and the pineapple was great. We'll be back. read more

Great cider house. Great service. Found in my first few hours and all of the ciders were great. Highly recommend.

First time here. It is in a place where you wouldn't think there would be a cidery. But it has a very local vibe(friendly, welcoming...) and it is tailored with an Alaskan feeling. There ciders are exceptional and so highly recommend trying it. read more

Very cool, small place with yummy ciders, so many ciders!, and friendly service. Prices are fair, atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. I was in town visiting a friend when we came here so I can't be a regular, but would be if I lived in Anchorage. read more

Ciders here are brilliantly balanced. Almost a champagne style approach, with a dry cider serving as the base with a dosage of varying sweet apples or additions of other fruit added to each one. The extra dry base cider is magnificent in itself, but the traditional (addition of Perry with some maleolactic added) and pepper peak (multiple peppers including habanero I believe) are beautiful and brilliantly presented. Food trucks are often available, serving decent grub. Final thought: great pricing and ample parking. read more

Cool place for Cider, they have all kinds; even jalapeño. Need more seating though.

Amazing cider, amazing staff and amazing merch! I stumbled into this adorable brewery in June and loved it. It's a must check out if you're in AK! Cheers from Chicago! read more

Double Shovel Cider - Cideries Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

My husband and I decided to go out for a drink at Double Shovel for date night after sampling a cider at another location and really enjoying it. The brewery itself is a little hard to find so don't be thrown off when apple maps takes you to what seems to be a bunch of industrial buildings. It quickly became clear we were in the right spot when we saw all of the cars parked in the area. Although the brewery was hopping there was still room for us to grab a table and chair at a shared table which was perfect. I ordered the pineapple cider and my husband ordered the hopped cider. Both were delicious. I loved the brewery environment and ambiance too. It wasn't too loud and allowed us to carry on a good conversation for date night out. The staff was also very nice and helpful in choosing what we wanted to drink. The menu had a ton of options including cranberry cider, blueberry cider and cider-mosa to name a few. They sell growlers to go and we will definitely be buying these as host/hostess gifts for dinners and holiday parties. I cannot wait to try more of the offerings. The brewery itself does not sell food but there was a food truck outside that seemed to carry delicious choices. In the future I'd be excited to give that a try too! read more

Double Shovel Cider - Pineapple Cider - Cideries Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Alaska's first cidery does not disappoint! I had a chance to try their tasting flight and I was impressed with each and every brew! I also really like the look and feel of the place and the owners were more than happy to show me around and tell me about the process of how they came up with everything. Very cool! read more

No doubt on quality of product. Just don't be a minority trying to sit on a barstool at the counter, they only allow that for white patrons. I go to sit at bar on a stool after a group of white patrons leave (4), only to have the bar maid rush over and tell me no you can't sit here they got put here by mistake. Yeah, and you only served them sitting at the bar while they sat on the barstools for their three rounds, but I can't even sit for one drink. Bullshit. read more

Hipster chill atmosphere. Pineapple and hoppy cider were the best but unfortunately they didn't have all the flavors available to try. They have a hot dog cart right outside, which is genius! The merchandise is really cute. I hope next time they have all the flavors available. read more

Double Shovel Cider - Cider flight=$10 - Cideries Near Me - Anchorage, Alaska

Love this place! It's crowded and popular but the cider is worth the wait. Try the hopped and dry!

Loved this place. Cider beer was fantastic and it was crowded so that was a good sign. The shirts and glasses for sale were very cool. Will be back. read more

Double Shovel will turn you into a Cider Fan! If you like beer, you will love Double Shovel! I have never been a cider fan but a friend recommended Double Shovel, I tried a few of their great cider beers and wish I went sooner. The staff is friendly and professional. It is a great place to relax with friends, and enjoy some delicious cider beers. Many of the beers have a great dry taste, they are not too sweet. Aaron H read more