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Mt. Defiance Cidery & Distillery to Open New Patio Bar This Weekend

The grand opening celebration will feature live music, local food, and plenty of cocktails.

By Michele Kettner May 27, 2025 at 10:24 am

It’s hard to beat an afternoon enjoying a refreshing cider or spirit under the summer sun. If you’re looking for a place to sip on both, visit Middleburg’s Mt. Defiance Cidery & Distillery‘s new patio bar at The Barn.

The bar’s grand opening will be held on Saturday, May 31, from noon to 8 p.m. The free event is both family- and dog-friendly. 

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The celebration will feature live music by Dan Trull, food by My Sweet Thyme, and plenty of craft cocktails, frozen drinks, and ciders 

The opening of the patio bar isn’t the only cause for celebration. After outgrowing the current distillery space, Mt. Defiance has decided to close its current distillery location and move its tasting room to the cider barn. Starting May 31, guests will be able to enjoy handcrafted cocktails and spirits, along with Mt. Defiance’s cider experience all in one place. 495 E. Washington St., Middleburg

Feature image courtesy Mt. Defiance Cidery & Distillery

Michele Kettner

Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.

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