Tucked in the Middletown Valley of Frederick County, our hand-built log cabin tasting room sits amongst 15 acres with gorgeous views of the surrounding mountains. Sit and sip mead on our wrap-around deck or explore our property with glass in hand. You can view the vineyard, say hello to our chickens, sheep, and bees, roast s’mores at our fire pit, or challenge your friends to a game of cornhole. Be sure to check out the artwork and gifts from local artists and vendors in our tasting room.

About Us

Claiming the title of “first meadery in Maryland,” Orchid Cellar Meadery and Winery is dedicated to producing artisanal meads that celebrate the world's oldest alcoholic beverage.

Since 2006, owner Marzanna Wilk and her son, Andrzej, have channeled the rich history of mead found within their Polish heritage to perfect the craft, gaining international recognition along the way.

Taste Our Meads & Wines

Flights are a great introduction to the wide array of meads and wines that we craft. Build a flight of four classic meads, sparkling meads, wines, or a combination of all three!

Alternatively, our meads and wines are available by glass or bottle. Our sparkling meads are available on tap in 500ml glass bottles with a rotation of flavors on tap for enjoying at the tasting room. Our classic meads are available in 350ml flute bottles or by the glass. And our wines are available in standard 750ml bottles or by the glass as well!

Whether you are a new guest or a returning friend, we definitely have a beverage for you to enjoy!

Fun fact: Our meads are named after occupations in the Middle Ages and feature artwork by local Frederick artist Goodloe Byron. Try them all and let us know which is your favorite!

Seating

Seating is first come, first served. Due to limited seating in our tasting room, we are unable to accommodate large groups indoors. For parties with 10 or more guests, a Private Event Rental is required.

Snacks

You are always welcome to bring your own food. Small cheese platters, bruschetta with crackers, and other snacks are available for purchase in the tasting room. We sometimes have food trucks onsite for events, so head over to our Upcoming Events calendar to check out when a food truck will be on-site!

Canines & Children

Feel free to being your friendly pup! Dogs are welcome outdoors and are to remain leashed at all times. Guests of all ages are welcome, but visitors must be 21+ to drink. Children visiting our tasting room must be supervised and stay with their guardians at all times.

Additional Policies

• Due to Maryland law, alcohol not sold by Orchid Cellar is not permitted on our property. Anyone found with outside alcohol will be asked to leave immediately. Thank you for your commitment to helping us keep our license so that we can continue serving great mead!

• Decorations are not permitted unless you have booked a Private Event Rental.

• No buses over 25ft in length.

• No outside music.

Directions  

From The East: Take RT. 70 W. Take exit 49 for US-40 Alt toward Braddock Heights/Middletown, turn left onto US-40 ALT W. Turn right onto MD-17 N. Turn left onto Pete Wiles Rd. After 1.2 miles, we'll be on the left just before the one-lane bridge.

From The West: Take Rt. 70 E. Take exit 42 for MD-17 toward Myersville/Middletown Rd. Turn right onto MD-17 S/Myersville Rd. Keep right to continue on Old Hagerstown Rd. Turn left onto Pete Wiles Rd. After 1 mile, we'll be on the right just after the one lane bridge.