Jack Russell Brewery
Jack Russell Brewery
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Award-winning brewery which makes darker, thicker, English-style ales.
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Timmy B
Placerville, California, United States5 contributions
May 2023
Really enjoyed our visit at the brewery! We brought our family of 5 and met our patents there. Our 3 kids enjoyed the outdoor grass area. They had several beers and solders to choice from for the 4 adults and they even had slushy plus non alcoholic for the kids! It was a win win for the whole family!
Written 16 May 2023
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Denny T
Sacramento, California, Usa552 contributions
Located in the Camino Apple Hill area. The property produces beer wine and cider. Grounds are pleasant and large to accommodate picnics.
I have visited on numerous occasions. I don't generally miss an opportunity to visit their cave. Located on the back side for wine or cider. Staff are friendly helpful and know product offerings well. The various apples grown provide a good variety of cider choices. A small sample may be provided if you're unsure what is to your liking. Some are dry and some wet.
The beers are found on the front of the building. Large enough of selections for most of the crowd. Like the ciders something to find for your liking.
Usually order a beverage and sit back at the tables around the property. Also visit some of the craft vendors or food truck for a snack or meal.
Place is peaceful. Beverages are good. Staff is friendly. Nothing bad to say. I'm a fan. A visit while up around town.
I have visited on numerous occasions. I don't generally miss an opportunity to visit their cave. Located on the back side for wine or cider. Staff are friendly helpful and know product offerings well. The various apples grown provide a good variety of cider choices. A small sample may be provided if you're unsure what is to your liking. Some are dry and some wet.
The beers are found on the front of the building. Large enough of selections for most of the crowd. Like the ciders something to find for your liking.
Usually order a beverage and sit back at the tables around the property. Also visit some of the craft vendors or food truck for a snack or meal.
Place is peaceful. Beverages are good. Staff is friendly. Nothing bad to say. I'm a fan. A visit while up around town.
Written 12 February 2015
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expta
Pacifica, CA18 contributions
Really large beer selection - and it's all good!! I particularly liked the Strong Blonde, but only in 5oz servings since it's strong. David, the brewmaster, is very talented. Lauren the server is cute, too.
Large grassy area is dog friendly and so are all the guests.
Large grassy area is dog friendly and so are all the guests.
Written 5 August 2010
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Manuel C
2 contributions
Aug 2014 • Friends
I am local and have been goin here for sometime. I brought in a growler from another local brewery to fill because I was having a number of people over that I thought would like the beer. The girl behind the counter very rudely said that they couldn't fill someone elses growler by law. I said that I thought, and I was right, that the law had changed. It is up to the brewery if they want to or not but they just have to cover up the label. She was very rude and I will not be going back here again. It's too bad because I really enjoyed going here but I will not give my money to someone that acts this way. Her attitude extended to the entire time I was there.
Written 30 August 2014
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Donna G
1 contribution
Dec 2014
Jack Russell Brewery kicked out myself and my family because another little baby was screaming for a while and our youngest daughter let out 1 reply yelp to the other baby. He asked us to leave. But before he asked us to leave He was talking very loudly in the back saying vulgar things about people who bring their children (to a supposed family friendly place). I have actually never experienced anything like this before. And to top it off we were waiting for a tow truck and that's why we were inside because our kids were freezing. I feel this was very poor of their staff member. And I encourage families visiting the Apple Hill area that they avoid this place and try Boeger Winery. They are very family friendly and their wines are fantastic!
Written 6 December 2014
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kobesmom
California16 contributions
Oct 2012 • Couples
Just a heads up, this place does not allow dogs on their property! only in the parking lot.. We heard the beer and food was great so we took a drive up there and were told they "no longer allow dogs". Rather funny, place is huge with a nice outdoor area, and named after a dog with a dog on their logo! Pretty much every place in the Apple Hill area allows dogs outdoors, but the one brewery up there does not. They need to update their Facebook page and website to make it clear no dogs allowed. Giving a terrible rating only because we drove a long way and were turned away. Didn't even have a beer!
Written 27 October 2012
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Carla F
2 contributions
Outright rude bartender named Nicole. So innapropriate that several other patrons approached me after watching her treat me so poorly. As a local, I will be spreading the word.. If you are visiting from out if the area, skip this place, it has gone way down hill over the years despite physical upgrades.. Apple Hill and El Dorado county are warm happy places, don't let this place represent... It's a shame and a waste of a facility.
Written 16 November 2014
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CINDY W
Meridian, ID92 contributions
Sept 2014 • Friends
We returned here again this year for a sisters trip and were very disappointed. Last year my hubby and I were here & had a great time, what a difference this time. Waited 5 min before any one appeared to serve us. The young gal that did come out was rude and acted put out we were even there. She offered no info on the various beers we were there to try and just waited hands on hips for us to make a decision. The entire point of being there is to taste different beers so we can buy what we like. Decided to just do 1 tasting and leave we were made to feel so unwelcome. The king fire was going on so there was very little foot traffic in Apple Hill. Too bad for the owner, we left without making any purchases and won't be back.
Written 28 September 2014
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Cheese_n_Trees
Pollock Pines, CA2 contributions
Nov 2011 • Business
The business has changed owners and the new folks have changed a lot. The rules are no kids and no dogs. The beer all tastes very similar and is not good. Poor Quality. We stopped going here anymore.
Written 2 January 2012
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Cori B
Cave Creek, AZ86 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
Very friendly place, great patio. Wine and beer caves, food truck and popcorn. Great location and beautiful scenery. Great place to hang out and soak in the beauty.
Written 29 October 2018
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