Ever wondered how that crisp, refreshing glass of hard cider comes to life? This interactive class at Mayer’s Lake Ontario Winery offers a fun and educational experience where guests can learn the art of cider making from start to finish. Combine learning with leisure as you explore the fermentation process while enjoying delicious, freshly baked wood-fire pizza in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

What We Offer

• Two-hour Hard Cider-Making class for Two or Four with 1 gallon kit & wood fire pizza

Things to Know

• This two-hour class is a fun and educational introduction to the art of making your own hard cider, culminating in a meal of delicious wood-fire pizza.

• Educational Hard Cider-Making Class: Guests will spend approximately two hours learning the essential steps for home-brewing hard cider. The guided session covers:

• Ingredient Selection: Understanding the role of different types of apple cider, yeast, and additives.

• The Fermentation Process: Step-by-step instruction on combining ingredients, sanitation, and monitoring the batch.

• Practical Application: Participants will actively begin a batch of hard cider right in the classroom under professional supervision.

• Take-Home 1-Gallon Kit

• Each group (for 2 or for 4) receives one complete 1-gallon hard cider making kit. This kit is essential for completing the fermentation process at home and typically includes:

• One gallon of apple cider

• Yeast and any necessary additives

• A 2-gallon bucket, lid, airlock, and spigot

• Carbonation drops, capper, and crown caps (for bottling)

• Instructions and a cleanser: Participants will take their fermenting batch home and complete the process, resulting in approximately 10 bottles of their own hard cider in about a month.

• Wood Fire Pizza Meal: The experience is paired with a delicious culinary offering:

• Wood Fire Pizza: Guests will enjoy freshly made wood-fire pizza during the class. This provides a casual, enjoyable, and satisfying meal to complement the hands-on learning experience.

• This service is perfect for couples or a group of friends looking for a unique, skill-building activity that offers both immediate enjoyment and a rewarding DIY project to take home.

Why You Should Grab This Offer

Choosing this offer means diving into a memorable experience that’s both interactive and indulgent. Mayer’s Lake Ontario Winery combines its expertise in crafting exceptional wines and ciders with a welcoming atmosphere that encourages exploration and enjoyment. Guests don’t just watch the process—they become part of it, taking home their very own cider to continue fermenting. The freshly baked wood-fire pizza adds a delicious touch, making the class a satisfying blend of flavor, creativity, and community.This is the perfect outing for anyone who enjoys learning new skills, trying something different, or simply spending quality time with friends and loved ones. It’s more than a class—it’s a taste of craftsmanship, hospitality, and local tradition all in one.