Really delicious pilsner and crème lager along with some great ambiance. Highly recommend.read more

Bear Tent Brewery is a great spot. The beer is really good, the atmosphere is relaxed, and the…read morecustomer service is excellent. I really appreciate that they don't overload the menu with IPAs which is a plus. What I liked most is their selection of ales, which is refreshing and well done. Everything I tried was clean, crisp and easy to enjoy. Definitely a place worth stopping by, hope you enjoy the beers as much as I did. Great Job Guys!

We settled into our Airbnb cabin in Sonora, only to discover there was nothing to explore…read morenearby--just someone's backyard with no trails or points of interest. Fortunately, we remembered passing a sign for Indigeny Reserve and saw on the map that it was within walking distance. Since it was already after 3pm and they closed at 5pm, we decided to drive over and make the most of our afternoon before they closed. When we walked in, the building was empty, but we were eager to try a cider tasting. Browsing the shop, we found a variety of merchandise--shirts, hats, sweaters, and an assortment of cheeses, crackers, chips, and other tasty treats. Eventually, a friendly staff member greeted us and offered the $10 tasting. Since closing time was approaching, she joked about giving us paper cups to avoid running the dishwasher. We didn't mind, but she kindly served the cider in glasses, which made the experience nicer. She also offered a whiskey tasting in a cool room lined with barrels and tables, plus gift boxes and other products. The whiskey tasting was just $2, with three varieties to sample. I'm not much of a whiskey fan, but I appreciated that she wasn't rushing us out. Both of us loved the Blackberry cider, so we each ordered a glass to enjoy outside. The outdoor area is expansive, with wooden benches, tables, and lawn chairs scattered across a grassy lawn overlooking a large vineyard. Only a few couples and families lingered--likely because of the early closing time. After relaxing with our ciders, we wandered down the trail to the lake. Along the way, we discovered old barns, a whimsical gnome area, and several upside-down boats tied up near the shore. If the boats hadn't been secured, we joked about taking one out for a row on the lake! We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Indigeny Reserve and, in retrospect, wished we had brought the teens along. Still, it made for a wonderful little date.

Beautiful grounds and fun tasting of the ciders. I think it was only $20 per person for ~10…read moredifferent apple cider types. Pet friendly SUPER PLUS! AND there was a good truck on hand but we had already eaten. We would def come back. Never knew there are so many different types of apples!!

Absolutely love it here. First of all, this place is the American Dream come true, ask an employee…read moreabout their story, AMAZING! Secondly the spirits and mixed drinks and service is always top notch. Everyone there is so friendly. Obviously them being a distillery the size that they are, you are limited to how much you can consume on site, but the vibe while your having the drink is next level. We always leave with a few bottles. Plan accordingly, kiddos (actually anyone under 21) need to stay home, which is pretty understandable. This place has been on the rise since day one, I can't wait to see what's in store next!

Hinterhaus Distillery is an absolute gem in Arnold, but what truly made our visit unforgettable…read morewere the three incredible women behind the bar. Their hospitality was next-level -- warm, welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely excited to share their craft. You could feel the pride they have in what they do, and it shows in every detail of the experience. The signature cocktails? Outstanding. Thoughtfully crafted, perfectly balanced, and easily some of the best cocktails we've had in the area. The only downside of the visit was being limited to just one drink thanks to California law -- a true tragedy when everything on the menu looks (and tastes) that good. We left already planning our return and cannot wait to be back for another round (or two... legally, of course ). If you're anywhere near Arnold, Hinterhaus Distillery is a must-stop -- incredible spirits, phenomenal cocktails, and hospitality that sets the bar very high. Cheers!

While in Sonora this past weekend, our friends took us around to a couple of different breweries…read more Southern Mines Brewing is fairly new was pretty empty when we arrived. It is on the smaller side, but they do a few tables inside and a bar-like area outside. We ordered a couple of beers - like the Lilikoi Sour and the Guava Slap. We also decided to share the Dirty Nachos and the Arapa Flight which consisted of their Cheese, Jalapeno Popper and Mediterranean Arapas. Everything was really good - we especially liked that their Dirty Nachos were made with kettle chips! They also serve pressed sandwiches and brew dogs - the Pinecrest sounded so good! They also serve wine, bottled nonalcoholic drinks like Jarritos and you can take beer crowlers home as well. They also had games for people to play - our group threw down on some Uno! We really enjoyed this brewery - staff was knowledgeable and friendly which just added to the experience! I hope we come back next time we are in Sonora! Check them out and show them some love!

Some of my craft-beer-loving family came to town for a visit; I remembered seeing a sign that said…read more"Brewery" right off of 108, so we decided to go for a noontime pint. This place is so nice! Charming, clean interior with lots of polished wood, an outside patio, a really interesting beer list, some local wines, non-alcoholic drinks, and a food item we've never heard of: Arepa, a Colomban flatbread made out of cornmeal and stuffed with various yumminess. We got three of these for a group of five and they were a delicious light snack. They also had sandwiches on the menu. I'll definitely be back to try those! For beer, I had the pilsner, which was really nice and crisp (and I don't usually drink beer), and others had the Guava Slap which they enjoyed. though it was a bit too fruity for me. The service was great even though there was only one person there and quite a few people were coming in. He let us taste everything we were interested in before we made our choices. This place is definitely the spot to come for a cool beer in a nice local atmosphere. And my family loved it even more than I did!

Wonderful place to visit with great wines. Welcoming vibe, definitely worth stopping by to taste!read more

Came over Labor Day weekend in Sept 2026 and had an awesome experience. TLDR: very approachable,…read moreless common varietals, and family-friendly. Sue was super friendly, low pressure. We have two young kids who were happily hanging out, drawing, and chatting with Sue. Sue shared lots of stories behind how she & Gary got into wine, info about the wines we tasted, and details about the wine making process. Sue was super sweet, patient, and chatted with all of us -- including my 8 year old kid who asked tons of questions about the wine-making process. Wines were fun and different, including varietals you don't usually see at the grocery store / Costco. Wines were good, especially enjoyed the Tempranillo Rose, Carignane, and Petit Sirah.

Kate makes some amazing wines and she and her staff are so fun to hang with! I am more of a "new…read moreworld" wine drinker, so I really like her rose and whites, but my hubby loves all her reds. The tasting room is welcoming and the music on the deck is so cool.

This was our first tasting room When we got into Murphy's. The owner was extremely accommodating…read more This is a very casual tasting where all wines are presented at once, it is unguided and you're free to go back and forth between them all. Indoor seating is very cozy and they also have a small patio area. Give their frozen rosè a try if you're there in the summer ! 3 stars- my personal preference is a little bit more of a structured wine tasting. The wines are more on the acidic side when I prefer sweet

We met Rebecca and Ginger (the pup) on a Thursday afternoon, weren't even open just yet but she…read moregraciously welcomed us in. We sampled alot of wines, she's generous with the pours, and had great recommendations on what we decided to try. All of her wines were superb, especially their reds which are very fruit forward. We ended buying a bunch of different reds and whites and we bought her last Barbera which was YUM! She's a great lady and has some great stories about her dash hounds and ask her about John Wayne, Goldie Hawn, and Kurt Russell! We will definitely be back here next visit to lovely Twain Harte.

We walked in attracted to this cute quaint building for some wine tasting. We were greeted by…read moreRebecca who walked us through an amazing red wine spread with great conversation. You cannot leave Sierra Cellars without buying at least 2 bottles. Thank you Rebecca!

Jazz Cellars has the best music and wine in Murphy's. My group of girls had the best time at Jazz…read moreCellars. The wine was excellent and so was the customer service. I really enjoy their Barbara and Champagne, but they have so many other wonderful wines to try and buy.

Hidden gem in Murphys. It's located down a little alley, definitely DON'T want to miss this place…read moreoff of the Main Blvd. Rebecca was such a great hostess, giving details of each wine, and sharing some extra samples as we shared what we did like or didn't. We definitely walked out of there with a few bottles of great wines and will be coming back for more.