Nine Pin Cider Works in Albany
Site: http://www.ninepincider.com/
- Monday:11AM–9PM
- Tuesday:11AM–9PM
- Wednesday:11AM–9PM
- Thursday:11AM–11PM
- Friday:11AM–11PM
- Saturday:11AM–11PM
- Sunday:11AM–7PM
Amazing cider and amazing staff! The ciders arn’t too sweet and have great flavor. They are working on a gluten free pizza oven, this will def be my go to place for dinner and a beer.
Party Room: I held a surprise birthday party for my girlfriend in the rose room. Cara was very responsive and kind. We had a great time in the space and it fit the 15 people in my party perfectly. They even let us arrive a little early to setup for the surprise. The cheese catered plate was plentiful and very good. The gentleman tending bar occasionally delivered food to our party. The only thing i would improve upon is dedicating a bartender to the party to minimize waiting in the normal line. It wasnt too bad of a wait though.Highly recommend you book a party here if you need a lovely space.
Had the vegan empanada last night, black bean and plantain, was pretty good and the green sauce was delicious. And tried the cherry 🍒 cider it was gooood!Everyone was nice and friendly.
Always a fan. Its a small but fantastic space. Lots of events and great craft cider! 10s across the board.
The empanadas are amazing and whatever sauce they come with is the best! The ciders are good too I got the lavender lemonade
Great ciders and a very wide selection of guest beer on tap, but $50 for a 64oz growler fill (in glass I brought from home) is ridiculous and the hand pies were burnt on bottom and charred on the edges.
Positive: This place is cozy. Ordered hot toddy and was served a cold drink. Bartender did not realize it wasn’t hot? Guy in charge explained bartender is new and doesn’t know drinks quite well. Whose job is it to train bartender anyway?We ended up ordering other ciders but not what we had gone there to try. The wait was long, the service was frustrating and the drinks were underwhelming. Probably not going back:(
Solid place if youre into cider or are looking for something semi-touristy to do(all the ciders are made with NY apples). Nice variety of ciders, but could maybe bolster its draft list with a beer that isnt a stout or porter. Food was solid, but nothing to rave about. Ordering system seems somewhat disorganized, but I didnt wait too long.
Great staff, great drinks. Theyre always coming up with new ciders to try. Also have a pretty decent selection of craft beers.
I dont believe I have seen or tasted a better variety of cider styles and flavors anywhere. This place was amazing.
Nine pin has some of the best cider around. Great staff at the tasting room. Ive also had good experiences ordering kegs and cases for events.
Some of the best ciders Ive ever had. My only complaint is that they dont produce their Earl Grey cider yearly. Great location in downtown Albany in an area that is really becoming the place to be on Friday/Saturday nights. Love getting a flight and trying their new on tap variations. If cider isnt your thing, they do have a rotating selection of local craft brews as well.
A place dedicated to cider?!?!?! What a great idea. We are new to the area and the staff really helped us understand the NINE different ciders the had on tap. Happy hour discount was appreciated as was the suggestion that we take advantage of the “date night“ special on Mondays. Two 12 ounce ciders and a pizza for 20 bucks. Really? How can they do it?!?!? The pizza was goat cheese and pesto with balsamic drizzled on top. Crust was very well done. We were planning on having the pretzel so we did that also. Great crust, soft inside and just enough salt. Beautiful and tasty. The highlight was the staff telling us about the wide variety of ciders.
Cider by the Campfire is such a cute idea by Nine Pin. The private fire pit with the lights made for such a great ambiance while you safely catch up with friends and family. Loved the options for drinks and food as well! Can’t beat s’mores at the end. Such an awesome idea, Nine Pin! Def would recommend and we plan on going back!
This place is awesome! Delicious ciders and fun atmosphere. Three of us shared the flight of nine in-house ciders.
Great cute little cidery (is that a word?). Ciders very nuanced and not overly sweet.
They have a good variety of ciders. Most are on the dry side. They also have mixed drinks and some small / fast bites. You can see some of manufacturing from the ordering area. The outdoor seating is very nice, great ambience.
Awesome! We went there for trivia, you should definitely arrive at least 30 min early to get seats. Theres some seating but not a whole lot. The cider is fantastic. If you live nearby you can get a punch card and try to taste all 26 ciders they offer over the year. if you fill your card, you get a permanent discount. Tip: do not park in the gym parking lot across the street or you may get towed. Theres some street parking and some more parking next to the building.
Wonderful place. The alcohol free sparkling cider is a perfect alternative for those of us who dont consume alcohol.
Loved the vibe, very original and authentic. Good energy in this place. The drinks are well priced and the karaoke was well worth it
Great and tasty ciders all worth sampling! Minor bar fare plays second fiddle.
Passing through town. Very nice stop. Very good cider choices +. Excellent service and outside seating.
Definitely recommend the 26er program. It is a great reason to go out and try a different flavor of cider every 2 weeks
Great cider and even some non-alcoholic options, great place, plenty of outdoor seating, dog friendly.
We recently worked with Nine Pin for our wedding favors and we absolutely loved it! It was a unique and fun wedding favor and we got so many compliments on the bottle design and the taste of the cider! We would definitely recommend using nine pin to all of our friends and family!
This was the 1st time I have been to this place. It was a very nice experience. Many different kinds of drinks on tap. I try the whiskey sour drink it was very good. The atmosphere in here was very nice. The people are very kind and also it is very clean inside.From my 1st visit to this visit to the one today. I would have to say that the staff is still very polite and still many different flavors to choose from on tap.
Great assortment of ciders on draft. I love that you can get one flight and try them all. Friendly staff and nice atmosphere taboot.
Amazing Buffalo Chicken Pizza and we made it back to work on time 😊
We frequent this place and if youve been there, you know why. If you havent been there, GO! The cider is amazing and the cocktails are so tasty! Mel, Jerry, and Taylor are awesome. Also, they are dog friendly! Our dog LOVES coming here, he thinks he runs the show here now! 10/10.
Wide range of ciders done well. Hearty ginger, Earl Grey, and Apple pie-secco e among my favorite small batch ciders!
Great selection of ciders and other local brews on tap. Pair with some fantastic charcuterie and you will be exceptionally pleased. Welcome to your new hangout.
Staff is always amazing, wonderful selection of beverages.Check out the yearly 26er if the opportunity presents.
Staff is always super kind and informative in latest ciders. Looking super forward to the 26ers ciders challenge !
My husband and I adore this place! Best spot for a quick date night. Everything about this place is quality; service, ambiance, selections, events, location (aside from parking). Not only are their ciders hands down the best out there, but the fact that the owner and team work so hard to stay involved with local businesses is truly inspiring.
Great place to go and chill with a couple friends. They do big events a couple times a year which are also a lot of fun. The pressing party and gathering of the cideries are must-do activities but they havent held them since covid. I just started the 26er club where they do limited release small batch tastings every 2 weeks.
Great people the raspberry cider is by far my favorite. I like this place for sure
Proud 26er here, looking forward to working my way through another year of fancy fun ciders! Rarely am I disappointed, and most often I am delighted!
We enjoyed trying out a full flight and had a hard time picking favorites. Nice sourdough pizzas to go with them, and the staff member was fun and friendly. A great place, especially on a warm night!
The best cider we’ve found on our trek to the east coast.
Fun place to visit. Friendly staff and good cider.
Really good selection, always coming out with new flavors. I fell in love with their cider because its almost a cross between cider and champagne. Its not super sweet like other ciders, its semi-dry. They re-did their tasting room and its gorgeous! They are always having events and pop up events with delicious food and games. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable!
Really unique and delicious ciders, and Im not even a cider fan. The place has a really cool, hip vibe. The staff is great, very helpful and friendly. Theres covered seating that is dog friendly. Theres lots of pop up events happening there frequently. Definitely worth checking out.
This place is amazing! Even if you dont know what you want, the staff is knowledgeable about the ciders, and they offer flights so you can try a little of everything. Even drinks that werent my personal favorites were still good. They also offer little snacks and plates to nosh while you drink. Its a small place, but cozy, but theres also outdoor seating when the weather permits. The staff is always friendly.
Good food and good cider, in a pleasant environment. Staff are friendly and helpful. For a first visit, I highly recommend the flight of nine cidrer varieties and that can easily be split by two people. Try the Hop into the Woods cider, which is unique and delicious.
Love this place!! I live in Maine and I travel to Albany a lot. I have to visit and grab some cider
Dope place. Great variety of ciders. Great flights. Great atmosphere.
We a great tour through the brewery and enjoyed a few of the cider varieties on tap. The tour and tasting area are accessible for anyone using a wheelchair. Theres a lift in front, accessible restrooms, and a ramp for the tour area. Theres an alternate route if the ramp is too steep. They did a great job making us feel welcome. I would definitely recommend the place to friends and would come back myself.
Awesome cider! And the place is great to hang out and enjoy some cider or craft beer
Love this place. Great ambiance, and staff.
What a great variety of hard cider. Warm pretzels and pizza. Definitely a great place to go with friends.
Stellar cider and superb customer service, both very refreshing. Love how all the apples they use are NY grown. My personal favorite is the ginger...killer! Oh, and since you have to get food, get the house made pickles, you wont be disappointed.
Interesting venue. Outdoor seating an indoor seating. You can order many varieties of cider. I ordered a 4 slot Flight which cost $7. The Hunny Pear cider is really good. Theres also a small store with merchandise to purchase as well. Theres a large glass window that you can view where the cider is made right on site, which is cool.
One of my favorite places in Albany to grab a drink. The staff is friendly and the cider varieties are unique. On occasion they have local restaurants do a pop up service during dinner hours. In the summer there is sidewalk seating. Definitely a place to check out!
Great variety, amazing taste, perfect staff!
The ciders here are awesome. I especially enjoyed some of the more unique ones like the Blueberry and strawberry. They werent overly sweet and aired on the side of crisp. I also really enjoyed the atmosphere and vibe. Highly recommend!
What a great place to hang out with friends and drink some great cider! We love frequenting this place- especially with the 26er Challenge!
I came here with a Bachlorette party on a Saturday evening. It was surprisingly dead, but it was nice having room for our large group. There is a bunch of seating outside as well as inside.There are a bunch of Ciders on tap, as well as other stuff for sale (T-shirts, glasses..etc)The bartenders were GREAT. They not only were knowledgeable about their product they were very into getting to know our group which was nice. They werent there just for a tip.
Ill be honest, Im not much of a cider fan - but somehow 9Pin has made a cider this beer lover can enjoy. Nice and dry like a good champagne. Plus its a cool building with fun experimental ciders to try - definitely come check it out.
I had a phenomenal time here. The atmosphere is very unique, the staff welcoming comma and the entire experience overall enjoyable. They have a huge selection of Cider on tap to try as well as a selection of whiskey from a local Distillery.
I love the decor and the staff are nice. I typically order a flight because I love being able to sample the different ciders, etc that are available. They also sometimes carry donuts from a local bakery which I find fun. I have yet to find a cider that Im head over heels for here, but Ill keep trying.
Their cider is dry and not too sweet , crisp enough for repeat servings. Their seasonal varietals are always fun to try, but the real joy lies in their ginger cider, that finishes spicy and isnt overwhelmed by the ginger taste. Their location is often visited by food trucks, and their tasting room is lovely.
They have the best hard cider Ive ever had. Seriously, ever. The champagne yeast is really key -- it helps make a deliciously dry and crisp cider. In the interests of full disclosure: Im not a fan of sweetness dominating a hard cider. But there is still plenty of fruit to impart the essence or implication of sweetness without all those sugars. Nine Pin is also exceptionally gifted at blending other flavors, always maintaining balance. Their tasting room, now expanded, even offers a handful of craft beers. Nice! And a rotating assortment of food trucks and/or pop-up food events add a welcome gustatory complement to their fine, fine beverages. Keep up the great work, guys and gals!
Super hip place. Got a apple flight and loved the variety. There was a DJ so that night it was loud, but fun. The place was bright and felt lively. They had nice retail, it was spread a bit everywhere, but you could definitely walk out with something cool to remember your good time.
Lovely as always. The musician was a nice touch.
Love Nine Pin! Great cider in a cute setting. They recently re-did their tasting room so its bigger and even more adorable. Limited food option (meat and cheese plates basically), so more like a place just to get a drink. Their cider flights are fun for trying new things.
A great little tasting room and nice variety of ciders to try. No food, but usually theres a great food truck outside, and you can bring food inside. I loved the ginger cider and the blueberry cider. This is a great dessert after having dinner downtown. Parking can seem a little sketchy, but there was no one around to bother you.
Makers of some of the best craft ciders! Their specialty Earl Grey cider is a must try, get a flight of ciders at their tasting shop to try all their unique flavors. I will miss having them around when I leave the Upstate NY area
This is a great spot to visit! The cider, atmosphere, and service were all great. Would definitely go back!
Great selection of cider. I highly recommend the rose hips when they have it. You can tell they are passionate about what they do with the presentation. The tapas are meticulously arranged and high quality.
They have an amazing cider selection that changes every now and again. They also have pretty good abdocal snack options. I love how dog-friendly they are!!! Also their staff is always super friendly and wonderful!
I got to visit Nine Pin for the first time in Saturday and it was a great spot to be from 6:30 PM to 11 PM. They have a variety of in-house and outside flavors on tap and in containers. The prices are really reasonable and the bar area is just welcoming. In addition, Nine Pin has a 26ers program that is a very unique loyalty program I would love to try in the new Year. Overall, I highly recommend this place for a tour, a drink, or a date; no matter what, youll have a blast there!
We love this place! We are huge cider fans. Drove 3 hours this weekend for the gathering of farmhouse cider, and had a blast!!! 5 years being in busines, ninepin, so many congrats!! We love you guys. Thanks for making this festival happen every year. Their hyslop crab was my absolute favorite. 10/10, one of my favorite cideries. Keep up the great work!
Local yet world class cidery with a dozen flavors to choose from, plus some exceptional local farm brewed beers. I recommend the 9 flight if youre searching for your favorite!
My favorite drink of 2020. So happy they deliver!
Great cider place and hangout spot. So sad though because hard cider was the last thing I was able to drink without getting hives and I had a massive reaction to it and broke out. Not sure if it was just one flavor or my body just csnt tolerate alcohol anymore :/. Otherwise get there cider it is yummy and flavors rotate!
Friendly and knowledgeable staff, great cocktails, nice spacious interior, cool merch including stickers and T-shirts, tasty homestyle pizza
Every. Single. Cider. Was. Delicious! Wow! The ginger one that was aged is one we had to take some home. Cant wait to dig in again. The atmosphere was fun as they have lots of space to sit and mingle and a shelf full of games
Still just as amazing as when I first went! Their flavors are spectacular and always a good environment!
Their cider is hit or miss with me. But there is always at least one that resonates with everyone. They do have a limited selection of food that smells good but have never partook. They are always busy but rarely packed.
I went on a tour this Labor Day weekend and I LOVED it! We learned some really interesting facts about the cider making process, tasted some amazing specialty ciders, and got a novelty glass to take home. 10/10 would go back. Also, we learned about the 46ers club and now my boyfriend and I have a new goal!
The signature cider is fantastic. Not too dry or sweet and super clean. Cool, industrial feel to the place.
Nice selection of great ciders with beer and cocktails for those who prefer. The food is minimal but delicious. Atmosphere is very casual (it is a garage after all) but warm.
Love this place. They opened up more space for larger groups and more tables. Large garage door opens for a great outdoor indoor feeling. Many awesome ciders on tap but not only ciders.
The tasting room was redone a year or so ago and its still fantastic. The ciders are the best you can buy but the real gems are their seasonal and special ciders. Theres something for every taste.
This was a really cool cider bar. Very relaxed atmosphere and they have a lot of really great ciders (and beers, I believe) to choose from. We also got some snacks to nibble on and I bought a pair of sunglasses. 👍😎
In an area focused around craft beer it is great to have a change of pace with a cidery.Nine Pin produces some of the finest ciders. They always have 7 on tap at the tasting room with some rotating.They also have a small tapas menu that compliments cider drinking well. On the menu youll find cheese, fruit and meat platters.
Nine Pin has some great ciders! They offer flights so you can tray everything. The space and location is great! The staff is always friendly.
The green theme is a bit bold and in your face and have to say the ambiance was a bit off to match. The food was atrocious... assuming last minute options were created in wake of the COVID pandemic. However we came here for the cider and it did not disappoint!Hunny Pear was by far the best cider I’ve ever tasted. Dry and smooth, only slightly sweet with hints of cinnamon. Bought a 4 pack to bring home!
Quaint and comfortable. Excellent ciders plus locally brewed beers and cider. Light fare, all very tasty. Staff is incredibly friendly and very knowledgeable. My wife and I love coming here.
A hidden gem in the Capital Region. Nine Pin works off a seven tap system with some amazing local sourced ciders. My girlfriend and I opted for the sampler: seven four ounce pours for $12 (a fair price by any means). The cozy taproom was a great atmosphere to try some killer ciders. The bottles were a little expensive for my taste, but that didnt stop us from grabbing two bottles before leaving. A great stop, and its right down the street from Druthers!
Small but beautiful tasting room. The ciders are reasonably priced and taste great. If you get tired of drinking cider, they also have a variety of local beers that you can try too.
The cider was really good and the beer my boyfriend tried he told me was very good. The flight was really cheap too!
Nine Pin is a world class cidery. Whenever people ask me what the brewery in the Capital Region is, I deflect and tell them about Nine Pin. They both make several consistently excellent ciders and create exciting new ones each month. Their premises and guest taps make Nine Pin a welcoming environment for everyone.
The pizza is good and the ability to still have a night out, safely, in the winter during covid, was very much appreciated! Thank you. The fire was tended exquisitely :)
Cool vibe and great cider. My first time.amd I am already planning to come back.
We had such a great time! Great a service. Great food! We had the pizza and charcuterie. It was super good and had a great portion size.
Excellent local cider! Tasting room is quaint, cozy, and fun
Lots of great cider. Very limited menu but found a sandwich I liked. Pretty crowded on a Sunday afternoon. Several good dry cider options. Beer also available.
Great ciders, food & atmosphere
Well then, I love it. So does the cider drinking friends. And yes they do offer beer. Nice crowd, staff and samples. Bring home growlers often.
Cool bar, plenty of different ciders to choose. Why not 9?
Not CRAZY big into cider but the folks were friendly and it was very good! I would stop in again. I really enjoyed the pear and cinnamon cider.
Love nine pin ciders. They always have different types of seasonal ciders too. Always something new to try. You can always get a flight as well and try different ciders. Highly reccomend 👍
I love this cider. I am very picky with cider because I find some to be very dry, but they have such a wide variety of flavors. Their flight boards are also really cute!
Theyve done great work on this place and its great to hang out at. We played trivia there and it is a little small to have events at but definitely will have more space outside when it gets warmer
Best ciders in Albany. They do tours on the first Sunday of the month and reservations can be done on line. The tour is both entertaining and informative.
This cidery is fantastic. So many different tastes theres something for everyone.
Employees are friendly and knowledgeable. Its a cute environment and we happened to go at a good time when not many other people were there. The seating can be hard to come by at busy times.
Fantastic selection of ciders that changes very often. Their snacks and tap room are great too! Perfect for a Saturday afternoon.
Always fantastic. Love their signature cider. Outdoor/indoor seating by fireplaces.
So good! Great cider beer to have in home when not at a distillery
Love this place! Wonderful staff, delicious cider, and great atmosphere. Stop by if you have a chance.
The gathering of the cideries is the best cider tasting experience if you are going to try a hard cider, non-concentrated cider the way apple cider is supposed to be made... this is the tasting for you. but Nothong compares to nine pin.
Best cider in the area! Good food in the cafe and a knowledgeable and friendly staff to help you choose a flavor.
Love it here! If youve never been try getting a flight to try several. Prices are great and they have a small food menu!
Good selection of ciders and snacks. Like the outdoor seating but location is industrial.
Excellent cider, friendly service, good vibes. I come here frequently as its one of my favorite spots. We are lucky to have this in Albany.
Ive done the trivia night here and it was fun. The grilled cheese is pretty good and of course the cider is phenomenal.
Great tasting of locally crafted ciders!
Best hard cider in the area and a nice building. Food is very average at best(but why go to a hard cider place for food?).
Very solid ciders, earl grey was a distinct taste, ended up getting the ginger, so good! rounded the night off with some hot toddys..def be back for more
This place is awesome. The staff are amazing. They collect your empty cup the second its finished great board games and food!
Great cider, locally sourced. Paired with fun, local food trucks. Excellent service: Knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient. A must visit!
Great place and the cider is delicious! Be sure to visit on a Wednesday when Matthew Pryce is playing. Fantastic musician!
Excellent cider in a warm, welcoming atmsophere. A bright spot in an industrial hellscape, every atom of this place exudes charm and friendliness. If you dig cider, you will dig Nine Pin.I guarantee it.
Excellent ciders. Maple oak was surprisingly my favorite. Nice tasting room. Friendly staff. 5/5 would recommend and visit again.
Live the atmosphere and the people who serve at the bar. Very genuine and kind employees.
I send this stuff to friends around the country, get a flight, best cider in USA
Nice atmosphere, loved the apples in a cup. Son enjoyed his cider!
You havent experienced Albany, NY without a taste of 9 Pin. Best hard cider in town. New flavors released all the time!
Best ciders I have ever had, great atmosphere and the staff is incredibly friendly!!
I stop here every time I get to NY. Its worth the trip just to get their Belgian cider
Had only a water from them, great service, nice to have in the central park for the music haven concert series, makes the concession stand built by habitat for humanity worth the build.
Nice atmosphere to hang out and sample products.
Really great to have this place in my neighborhood. Lots of cider choices and a tasty menu.
Ordered the flight of 9. Loved all but one. The rooibos cider was excellent. Super friendly staff.
Amazing cider, heated outdoor seating, a lifesaver during Covid times. Thank you Nine Pin Cider!!
I hadnt been here in a few years and am asking myself why, with the new tasting room and widely developed menu this has turned into a great downtown spot.
They offer refillable bottles that you can seal with each use. Awesome flavors for every taste.
Good atmosphere. Nice outside area. Great drinks.
Always a great little place to hang out & have cider.
Best cidery around! And delicious food!
Delicious cider, all locally made with local apples. Great place to grab a drink after work.
Loved the atmosphere of the place, and the cider was great. Had a flight which would completely recommend getting.
Love the ciders, quaint atmosphere, great for those not in to a bar scene but want to hang with friends.
The cider and experience is great, I wish their kitchen had more to offer
Good people, good cider, and a very good beer selection, even as a place that primarily does cider!
Can get a flight of mine different ciders. Good selection limited, but better in summer when food trucks are frequent
Fantastic! Best cider I ever had and the environment had a cool vibe! Great job
You come for the cider but also get great atmosphere + great pizza + dont miss out on the game room
It was incredibly good! Loved the cider and the crew running it! Definitely coming back!!
Great place to enjoy delicious cider. Super chill and gorgeous venue.
If you like cider this place has a great variety very tasty, well crafted cider.
Amazing cider, fun tiny little bar! Not good for large groups, very small place.
Amazing bartenders and probably the best cider Ive ever had! Absolutely a major stop in Albany.
Tons of fun. Excellent drinks. Great vibe. Awesome for outdoors day drinking.
Good for large groups. Selection was acceptable, although management should improve decoration, to make it more inviting.
Fun atmosphere, amazing drinks, and yummy charcuterie board
Nice sit down area. Tasting was excellent! Earl Grey cider is a must taste!
Had a great time here sampling some really tasty ciders. I plan on a return trip to refill my growlers.
Great drinks, not what I expected, very interesting combination of cider and flavors.
Great ciders. Always something new to try. I love their collaborations with other local businesses.
Great environment, staff are all very well informed and super polite. Very accommodating!
Excellent ciders and great bar tenders. Would highly reccomend going!
Great cider at all times, with a good crew too.
Love the atmosphere and the staff is always friendly and helpful!
Very nice place! Great selection! And very puppy friendly! Try the peach tea. Very tasty!
Local cider brewery, friendly staff that host lots of local events, dogs welcome, they have a small selection of food as well
Best cider in the Capital District. Great staff, always happy to serve you
They have good cider but the table was wabbly. Also one of the pieces of art had. Lot of jpg artifacts
Great place! Ciders are really impressive. Tasting room is spacious and inviting.
Delicious cider and other beers 👌! Food / Snacks were also yummy!
Such a cool little tasting room, and the best cider in Albany by far!
Amazingly cute space and an unbeatable selection of craft ciders. If I lived close, Id visit weekly.
Cool atmosphere. Nice selection of different ciders as well.
Excellent selection of a wide variety of hard ciders. Plus they have board games!
Amazing cider and really good craft beer selection.
Lovely atmosphere with a great selection of ciders and board games. Whats not to love
Love the new tap room. Everything is beautiful. And, of course, the cider is amazing!
Best hard cider around. Lots of styles, way better than Angry Orchard.
Great tasting room atmosphere, very casual great place to catch up with friends.
This place is great. Wide variety of ciders for all tastes
Super cool place, cant wait to go back!
Friendly service. Stopped in to get some different varietys for the holiday. Nice friendly crowd.
I dont drink cider but if I did they would have gotten 5 stars.
I love a good challenge and New York truly makes the finest apples for cider making! Job well done.
Nice local cider house. Great beverages with decent prices.
Great drinks and dont usually like ciders.
This place is fun to visit and the drinks are awesome. Something for everyone..
Total reviews rating 4.8
199 Reviews for Nine Pin Cider Works 2023:
Review №1
2021-12-30My husband and I chose Nine Pin custom bottles for favors at our wedding and we were thrilled with how the bottles turned out. Nine Pin was great to work with throughout the entire process and pick up was so easy! Cara was so helpful when deciding on label colors. Our guests are still messaging us about the cider, it was definitely a hit!
Review №2
2022-01-21We love the delicious range of ciders as well as the rotating guest offerings. Sometimes youre in the mood to discover a local ale or a stout! I love that makers and businesses cross promote each other so freely in this region. (Keep an eye on the occasional visiting musicians, food trucks and chefs, too).The intimate indoor and outdoor spaces and the fairly subdued clientele are just right for a mellow evening. I especially enjoy the fall and winter fire pit in their semi-outdoor section.Dont forget to take home a pack of the seasonal selection!
Review №3
2021-11-08This was such a cute and delicious cidery! They had outdoor seating with nice and warm firepits. The 9 cider sampler was tasty, well-priced, and a great way to sample all 9 of their ciders. They had some good food as well, with several vegetarian options. The cheese plate had lots of crackers and various types of cheese. They also had cider on site to buy and take home and some cute merchandise. I would definitely visit again!
Review №4
2022-02-07Young crowd, tons of options for both the cider and beer lover, helpful staff
Review №5
2022-06-27Might be the best cider Ive ever had. I tried the nine-flight and was so glad I did, so that I could sample all of their amazing offerings. The flatbread pizzas were also quite excellent!Update: Still amazing! (Mostly) new set of ciders, befitting a cidery with rotating options. The nine-flight is still a great way to try them all.
Review №6
2022-06-03I wasnt very impressed. This isnt a bar or restaurant. The ciders were very good and I love that its from local apples. The inside is too small and too crowded for the way they have it set up for people to be in there. I ordered a pickle and cheese boat. After a half hour, I went up to ask about it and they said two minutes after looking at the ticket. They had obviously forgotten to make it. Then it was a small dessert sized paper plate of a couple slices of one kind of cheese and maybe two pickles cut into tiny pieces. They also advertised a drink and then told me I couldnt have it because they have a club and only certain people could have the advertised drink that says no where on the ad that it wasnt for purchase. Ciders good, everything else very poorly done and much too expensive for what you get.
Review №7
2022-04-20Nine pin has been a great little spot for me and my girlfriend since we moved from Colorado! Super friendly staff and great indoor and out door seating!Staff is very knowledgeable about the difference ciders they offer and they also do some good food if your feeling hungry.Currently doing the 26er challenge and the new flavors havent disappointed us yet!
Review №8
2022-02-08Ninepin is one of my favorite spots in the Albany area. From its great selection of ciders and cocktails; to its helpful staff who understand the profiles of each cider. I highly recommend the flights to try everything. Their food consists of pizza, charcuterie boards, empanadas, and such, which I very much enjoy.They also offer weekly events like karaoke, bingo, and trivia, along with some fantastic arts and crafts events. It’s a great spot to bring friends and family. Rain, snow or shine- they also have fire pits and a cozy environment to enjoy your company. If you like local merchandise, Ninepin has an array of products you can take home in addition to your ciders. (I got two bandanas for my dog)Even when it’s busy; it doesn’t feel overwhelming which is important to me during the pandemic. It is not necessarily a place where you go to be served on, like in a restaurant - so you need to be mindful of that expectation when going.100% will be going back
Review №9
2022-04-09Nice little spot in Albany. I tried a vanilla maple soda, made in-house, with a cheese and apple plate to go with it. Delicious! I bought the maple cider and sangria to bring home. There was outside seating as well as indoor dining. Need to go back for more sampling!
Review №10
2022-03-10The firepits at Nine Pin were the perfect venue for a 40th birthday party! We had an absolute blast even with falling snow all evening. Everything was so easy to coordinate and the custom drink bottles made for a flawless party favor.