Tennessee Cider Company

Tennessee Cider Company is a hard cidery on the Gatlinburg Parkway, pouring more than a dozen ciders built on a crisp apple base with natural fruit flavors. Stop in for free samples, settle in for a guided tasting, or pick up a cider slushie as you walk the Parkway. It's also a stop on the Gatlinburg Wine Trail.

The ciders

Expect fresh, fruit-forward ciders rather than dry or funky ones. A few to try:

Golden Apple

Crisp and balanced, a good place to start for a sense of the house style.

Strawberry and Peach

Bright, fruity, and easy to drink, two crowd favorites.

Blueberry and Pineapple

Berry-forward or tropical, both layered over the apple base.

Hibiscus

Floral and a little tart, the one that surprises people most.

Seasonal and rotating flavors come through during the year. See the current lineup at tncidercompany.com.

Slushies and mulled cider

Cider slushies are a summer favorite, and slush mixes are sold so you can make them back at the cabin. In cooler months, warm mulled cider is on the menu, with mulling spices to take home.

Tastings

Free samples are available every day, with no reservation needed. For a small fee, the guided tasting takes you through the full lineup on tap and includes a slushie or mulled cider sample. Tastings are for guests 21 and older. Confirm current tasting options at tncidercompany.com.

The Gatlinburg Wine Trail

Tennessee Cider Company is a stop on the Gatlinburg Wine Trail, a self-guided tasting route through local wineries and cideries in and around Gatlinburg. Pick up a passport, work your way through the stops, and see our guide to Gatlinburg wineries to plan your route. Details at gatlinburgwinetrail.com.

Shipping and the club

Found a favorite? Tennessee Cider Company ships to eligible states, and its club sends regular shipments of selected ciders and wines. Shop at tncidercompany.com.

Hours and locations

Gatlinburg

At 611 Parkway in downtown Gatlinburg, open daily into the late evening.

Sevierville

At 1645 Parkway, Suite 950, inside Tanger Outlets, a handy stop on a shopping day.

Hours change by season and holiday, so check tncidercompany.com or call ahead before you go.

Tips for your visit

Start with Golden Apple or Strawberry — they're a good benchmark before you branch out.

Then try the Hibiscus — it's the one people talk about.

Do the guided tasting — the full flight plus a slushie or mulled cider is worth the small fee.

Make it a trail day — pair the cidery with other stops on the Gatlinburg Wine Trail.

More cider and craft drinks

Tennessee Cider Company isn't the only cidery in town. Tennessee Stud Cider Co. is a separate cidery with taprooms in Gatlinburg and at The Island in Pigeon Forge. For more, see our guide to hard cider in the Smoky Mountains, plus the town's breweries and distilleries.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Tennessee Cider Company in Gatlinburg?

At 611 Parkway in downtown Gatlinburg.

Are free samples available?

Yes, every day, with no reservation needed. Guests must be 21 or older.

Is there a Sevierville location?

Yes. It's at 1645 Parkway, Suite 950, inside Tanger Outlets.

Is Tennessee Cider Company the same as Tennessee Stud Cider?

No. They're two different businesses. See our Tennessee Stud Cider Co. page.

Can I have cider shipped home?

Yes, to eligible states, through tncidercompany.com.

How long does a visit take?

A quick sample takes a few minutes. A guided tasting takes longer, and a full Wine Trail day can fill an afternoon.