About
Mt. Defiance Cider & Distillery handcrafts ciders from Virginia apples and award-winning spirits using homegrown herbs in small batches since 2014. Now located at The Barn in Middleburg, Virginia, they offer tastings of spirits and ciders, live music, a food menu, events, and wedding venues.
handcrafted unpasteurized dry cider from Virginia apples
award-winning artisanal spirits with homegrown herbs
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Upcoming Events
Derby Day
May 2, 2026
Event at the Barn
Mother's Day Weekend
May 9, 2026 – May 10, 2026
Event at the Barn
Vermouth 101: Taste & Learn About Virginia Vermouth
May 17, 2026
Tasting and learning event
Latest News
Events including trivia, bingo, live music throughout the year. Upcoming: Derby Day (May 2, 2026), Mother's Day Weekend (May 9-10, 2026), Vermouth 101 (May 17, 2026).