About Us

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Our roots trace back to Romanshorn, Switzerland, where at just 16 years old, our grandfather George and his best friend dug out the cellar of what would become the Waldschänke—a woodland tavern tucked in the trees. During WWII, it became a beloved gathering place: a refuge where locals could share a laugh, a drink, and a brief escape from a world at war. That little tavern lived on as a symbol of resilience and community, nestled in family lore like a treasured heirloom. 

Decades later, in the ‘90s, John and Ruth visited the original Waldschänke in Switzerland and fell in love with its quiet magic and the sense of belonging it still held. Years passed. Then, after John lost his corporate job in 2017, he returned to that memory—and asked his son Keane and daughter-in-law Kelley a question that would change everything: What if we built our own Waldschänke here in Denver, a community-oriented place where we could serve our family’s craft cider recipes with a unique Colorado twist? 

So, we did. As a family, we rolled up our sleeves and poured everything we had into building a space where heritage, hard work, and hospitality could thrive. Inspired by Grandpa George’s original tavern, our cidery is a tribute to the past, grounded in the present, and built for the community we love.

While craft cider is at our core, our passion for quality goes far beyond the pour. We handcraft a wide range of European-inspired ciders—dry, crisp, and fruit-forward—each made with intention and a nod to our heritage...

But that’s just the beginning. 

Our taproom also features a morning cafe featuring our delicious coffee, sourced from small family farms and roasted right here by our Head Roaster with the same care we give our craft cider. Whether you’re sipping a morning espresso or an afternoon cold brew on the patio, it’s always fresh, thoughtful, and deeply rooted in quality. 

And when it comes to food, we keep it true to our roots. Our European kitchen—The EuroShack—serves up a sumptuous menu of warm breakfast sandwiches, Alpine-style burritos, traditional Rösti plates, lucious flatbreads, and other comforting bites inspired by our Swiss roots. 

From morning to night, we’ve created a space at where you can linger, connect, and savor the best of what we do.

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