Pippin Point

Pippin Point is a Creston Valley cidery in Wynndel that pairs orchard-grown cider with a genuine sense of place. The lineup leans into local character, with a standout Huckleberry Cider and a warming Ginger Cider among the varieties, available in 473ml cans and mixed packs. Just as notable is the philosophy behind them: the team uses innovative, sustainable and natural practices and goes a step further with ecosystem restoration, replanting and regenerating the local mountainside as part of how they farm.

The visitor experience centres on a patio with sweeping mountain views, where you can settle in for cider and juice flights and take your time comparing styles. On weekends the on-site Manzareh Restaurant brings a farm-to-table menu into the mix, with daytime service and dinner reservations available on Saturdays, turning a quick tasting into a proper meal with a view. Walk-ins are welcomed when there is space, though booking ahead is wise for dinner.

Wynndel sits in the Creston Valley of BC's Kootenays, a fertile pocket of orchards and farmland framed by mountains, making it a fitting home for a cidery this rooted in the land. The setting is relaxed and scenic, ideal for travellers winding through the Kootenays who want to slow down, taste something local, and soak up the view. Because the patio and restaurant run on a weekend, seasonal schedule, it is worth checking current hours and reserving before you visit. For its distinctive huckleberry and ginger ciders, its restoration-minded approach, and one of the prettier patios in the region, Pippin Point is a memorable and worthwhile stop on any Creston-area itinerary.