Guided tasting of Cider

The best part of this evening is its setting: you taste cider at a working farm in the Black Forest, surrounded by apple and pear orchards and homegrown fruit and herbs. Peter and Wendy lead the session, pairing each pour with background on how their own drinks are made.

I like the private format, since your group gets the hosts’ full attention, and I like the outdoor option, a walk through the orchard when the weather cooperates. The main drawback is timing: it runs only on weekday evenings, and the minimum age is 16, so this is not a family outing for younger children.

Key points to know before booking

• A farm-based tasting: You meet at Mooslochweg near Unterkirnach, rather than at a city tasting room.
• Peter and Wendy host the evening: Their own ciders and sparkling wines are the focus.
• An orchard walk depends on the weather: Plan on tasting either way, but do not count on the walk.
• Your group has the experience to itself: This is a private activity, not a large public tour.
• English is offered: The listed tour language is English.
• Weekday evenings only: Sessions are listed from Monday through Friday, between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM.

A cider evening in the Black Forest

This is a small, personal tasting rather than a quick drink at a bar. You arrive at a farm in Baden-Württemberg, meet Peter and Wendy, and spend about two hours tasting a selection of sparkling drinks made from their own production.

The setting matters. The farm includes apple and pear trees, fruit gardens, and herb gardens, giving the tasting a clear link to the land around you. You are not simply sampling bottles with a label story. You are hearing about drinks made by the people serving them, in the place where much of the surrounding produce is grown.

The activity description uses both cider and sparkling wine language. Expect a tasting centered on several sparkling wines and ciders from the farm’s production. If you have booked this for a particular style, such as very dry cider or a sweet fruit drink, it is sensible to ask Peter and Wendy what will be poured on your date.

Meeting Peter and Wendy at Mooslochweg

The meeting point is Mooslochweg, 78089 Unterkirnach, Germany. The activity ends at the same place, so you do not need to arrange a separate pickup point or figure out where the tasting finishes.

The information provided does not include public transport directions, parking details, or a hotel pickup service. Plan your route carefully before setting out, especially if you are staying outside Unterkirnach. A private farm experience can be wonderfully direct, but rural addresses deserve more planning than a meeting point beside a train station.

The session is offered in English. That makes it easier to ask about ingredients, production, and the differences between the drinks. It also helps if you want more than a simple tasting and hope to understand why each bottle tastes the way it does.

What happens during the two hours

The evening is built around a number of sparkling drinks from the farm’s own production. Peter and Wendy provide background information as you taste, so the session is not just a row of glasses with no explanation.

The exact order and number of pours are not specified. That is useful to keep in mind when setting expectations. You should expect a guided tasting with several samples, but not a fixed menu of named wines or a formal meal.

The hosts’ enthusiasm for cider is part of the appeal. The experience gives you a chance to compare different ideas and styles rather than stopping after one familiar apple drink. The farm setting also gives the discussion a practical anchor: fruit trees, gardens, and the work behind the drinks are right around you.

I would treat the tasting as an evening activity, not a full dinner replacement. The details provided do not promise food, snacks, or a meal. If you need dinner afterward, plan for it separately.

The orchard walk when weather allows

When the weather is good, Peter and Wendy take the group through one of their orchards. This is a simple addition, but it changes the evening from an indoor tasting into a short farm visit.

The apple and pear trees help explain where fruit-based drinks begin. The fruit and herb gardens also add character to the property and give you more to notice between tastings. This is one of the most distinctive parts of the experience, but it is weather dependent.

Do not book this solely for the walk. The tasting remains the main activity, and the orchard visit may not happen if conditions are poor. Wear shoes and clothing that suit a farm setting if you hope to take part in the outdoor portion, though no specific footwear requirement is given.

The provided details do not state how long the walk lasts or how far it goes. If you have limited mobility, ask the provider about the route before booking. Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed, but no more precise access information is supplied.

Why the private format matters

This is a private activity, so only your group takes part. That gives the evening a more relaxed feel than a large tasting where the guide must move quickly from one table to the next.

You can ask questions at your own pace. If one cider catches your attention, you can focus on it. If your group has different levels of interest, Peter and Wendy can likely adjust the conversation more easily than a guide leading a large public session, though the exact format is not specified.

Private also means the quality of the evening depends partly on your group. A group that enjoys asking questions and comparing flavors will get more from the setting than a group looking for a fast drink and a quick photo. Since the hosts’ own production is central, curiosity about cider and farm-made drinks is the right mindset.

The private setup does not mean you get a custom menu or unlimited tasting. The supplied information promises a guided tasting of several sparkling drinks, not a bespoke workshop.

How the $30.77 price works out

At $30.77 per person, the value rests on more than the liquid in the glass. You are paying for about two hours, a guided explanation, a private setting, and the chance to see the orchard when weather allows.

That is a fair proposition if you value personal contact and a sense of place. A standard tasting room may offer more bottles or a more formal setup, but it may not connect the drinks to a working farm in the same direct way.

The price is less attractive if you only want one or two drinks or if you are mainly seeking a full meal with alcohol. Food is not listed, and there is no promise of a broad sightseeing program beyond the tasting and possible orchard walk.

For a couple or small group already visiting the Black Forest, the cost can make sense as a focused evening stop. You get an activity with a clear start and finish, rather than paying for a long excursion filled with transit time.

The strongest reason to choose this experience

The setting and personal hosting are the key strengths. Peter and Wendy serve drinks from their own production while you sit close to the source of the fruit. That connection gives the evening a more genuine feel than a generic tasting built around products from many unrelated producers.

The farm also seems to have a creative side. The tasting includes a dynamic range of ciders and new ideas, so you may encounter combinations or styles that are not familiar to you. The precise selection changes, and no list of current bottles is provided, but the format encourages exploration.

I especially like that the orchard walk is tied to the weather rather than treated as a guaranteed sightseeing stop. That keeps expectations realistic. On a fine evening, it can add a pleasant outdoor element. On a wet or cold evening, you still have the core tasting.

Timing, age rules, and practical planning

The listed operating period runs from June 2, 2024, through July 12, 2026. Sessions are shown Monday through Friday, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with the experience itself lasting about two hours.

That evening window works well if you spend the day exploring the Black Forest. It is less useful if you are planning a long drive afterward or need to return to another town at a fixed time. Since the activity ends back at Mooslochweg, allow time for the trip back to your accommodation.

The minimum age is 16. Younger children cannot take part under the stated rules. The information does not specify whether participants aged 16 or 17 need an adult, so check with the provider if that applies to your group.

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. The activity also requires a minimum number of participants. If that minimum is not met and the session is canceled, you are offered another date or experience, or a full refund.

You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted for a refund. The cut-off uses local time.

Who will enjoy this farm tasting most

This suits you if you enjoy small producers, fruit-based drinks, and conversations about how a drink is made. It is also a good fit if you want an evening activity that feels tied to the Black Forest rather than a standard bar visit.

Couples, friends, and families with older teenagers can all consider it, provided everyone meets the age rule. The private format is especially useful for a group that wants to ask questions without feeling rushed.

It may not suit you if you need a detailed published tasting menu, a guaranteed orchard walk, or a meal included in the price. It is also not the best choice if you are looking for a broad tour of the region. This is a focused farm visit with tasting at its center.

The experience is listed as suitable for most people, and service animals are allowed. Still, the farm location and possible outdoor walk mean you should ask about access details if anyone in your group has specific mobility needs.

Should you book the cider tasting?

Book it if you want a personal farm setting, an English-language tasting, and a chance to try ciders and sparkling wines made by Peter and Wendy. The orchard walk is a worthwhile bonus in good weather, but the real reason to go is the link between the drinks, the trees, and the people producing them.

Skip it if you want a full meal, a guaranteed outdoor tour, or a tasting with a fixed bottle list. For the right audience, $30.77 buys a relaxed two-hour introduction to a small cider producer near Unterkirnach, with the added benefit of having the place to yourselves.

FAQ

Where does the cider tasting take place?

It takes place at Mooslochweg, 78089 Unterkirnach, Germany, in Baden-Württemberg. The activity ends back at the same meeting point.

How long does the experience last?

The tasting lasts approximately two hours.

Is the tasting offered in English?

Yes. English is one of the listed languages for the activity.

Who hosts the tasting?

Peter and Wendy host the experience at their farm.

What drinks are included?

You taste several sparkling wines and ciders from the hosts’ own production. The exact selection is not specified.

Is the orchard walk guaranteed?

No. When the weather is nice, the hosts take the group through one of their orchards. The walk depends on weather conditions.

What is the minimum age?

The minimum age is 16.

Is this a private activity?

Yes. Only your group takes part.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted for a refund.