06.24.2024

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93º | 10% chance of precipitation | Sunrise 5:31 a.m. | Sunset 8:08 p.m.

So an apple walks into a bar...

First look at Cyanide Cider

A hand holding up a glass of cider in front of a wood building with a sign reading "Cyanide Cider."

Cheers to Nashville’s newest cidery. | Photo via Cyanide Cider

Cyanide Cider is Nashville’s brand new cidery, situated south of downtown in the Woodbine neighborhood.

From the owner of East Nashville’s Crazy Gnome Brewery, the cider bar at 410 Woodbine St. serves hard cider, craft beer, and made-to-order food (we’ll get to the delicious details later). The business is gearing up for its grand opening on Saturday, June 29.

The cider

Cyanide makes its dry cider from not-from-concentrate juice with no added sugars and takes a “blend-in-glass approach.” In other words, bartenders and customers personalize each glass of cider on the spot using craft sodas, organic juices, or simple syrups made in house.

“By keeping things dry until it hits your glass, we’re giving you a blank canvas to play with,” said owner Grayson Miller, who recently appeared on “Brewery Underground Podcast.”

This is where Cyanide’s “Mixing Station” comes in. Instead of a cider flight, guests receive two dry ciders and two non-alcoholic options, all served in beakers, along with two empty glasses for experimenting.

Want to branch out beyond cider? The bar will have 10+ beers on tap and a few other non-cider options.

The space

Tucked away off Nolensville Pike near Phonoluxe Records, the taproom features two main spaces: a cozy, low-ceiling room with a bar and a larger room with natural light and plenty of seating.

However, Cyanide Cider isn’t the only business under the roof. The cidery partnered with Birria Babe to open a permanent location inside the taproom. Here’s what’s on the menu:

Crispy tacos (beef, chicken, or lamb)
Black bean nachos layered with cheese, cilantro, and onion and served with house salsas
Birria ramen bowl (beef, chicken, or lamb)

10-second tour of Cyanide Cider

Events

Monday, June 24

“Quiet” Book Club | Monday, June 24 | 6-8 p.m. | Bagelshop, 2708 Old Lebanon Rd. | Free+ | Enjoy light bites and coffee while you cozy up and read a book.
Steve Byrne vs. Nashville | Monday, June 24 | 7 p.m. | Zanies Comedy Club, 2025 8th Ave. S. | $10+ | The comedian brings his hit crowd work show back to Music City.

Tuesday, June 25

Anthony Bourdain Day Tasting Experience | Tuesday, June 25 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | The Chef & I, 1922 Adelicia St. | $105 | The restaurant will showcase some of Anthony Bourdain’s favorite dishes and flavors on the late chef’s birthday.
Ben Rector and Cody Fry | Tuesday, June 25-Wednesday, June 26 | 7:30 p.m. | Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Pl. | $89+ | Experience Ben Rector and Cody Fry’s intimate acoustic music backed by the Nashville Symphony.

Wednesday, June 26

Historic Happy Hour | Wednesday, June 26 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Pinewood Social, 37 Peabody St. | $5 | Hear from Carolyn Brackett with Cultural Heritage Works about the National Register of Historic Places program, how it works, and some local examples.

Thursday, June 27

Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats Listening Party | Thursday, June 27 | 4-5 p.m. | Grimey’s, 1060 East Trinity Ln. | Free | Not only can you listen to the band’s new album, “South of Here,” before it’s released, one lucky attendee will win a signed Nathaniel Rateliff lithograph.

Friday, June 28

2024 NHL Draft Watch Party | Friday, June 28 | 6-9 p.m. | Ford Ice Center Bellevue, 7638 Hwy. 70 S. | Free+ | Celebrate the newest members of Smashville while enjoying food and drink specials, games, and door prizes.

Events calendar here

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Seasonal

5 festive finds for the Fourth of July

Six pairs of wacky red, white, and blue sunglasses

Fourth of July party sunglasses, $20.99 via Amazon. | Graphic by 6AM City

Bring a party mood to any barbecue, pool party, or holiday gathering this Fourth of July with these festive finds:

Decorate outside with LED firework lights.
Set kids up for fun with a Fourth of July themed coloring tablecloth.
Pass out red, white, and blue glasses that make for great pictures.
Dress the part in a red, white, and blue sequined headband.
Keep snacks on theme with a stars and stripes plate + napkin set.

More finds for the Fourth

News Notes

Announced

Get ready for a star-studded Big Machine Music City Grand Prix. In addition to live performances throughout the weekend (Sept. 14-15), rock band Daughtry and country artist Riley Green will headline pre- and post-race shows, respectively. Concerts are free with admission.

Open

Cal’s Country Kitchen reopened yesterday in a new location — 1315 Dickerson Pk. Slim & Husky’s co-owner Clint Gray teamed up with Marcus Buggs to revive the meat-and-three restaurant, which operated in Madison for over 20 years. Check out the menu.

Sports

Welcome to Smashville. The Nashville Predators hired Darby Hendrickson as an assistant coach. He served in the same role with the Minnesota Wild for 14 seasons, during which the team made the playoffs 10 times.

Transit

Heads up, train commuters: WeGo Star is pumping the breaks, literally. All trips will operate at a reduced speed through July due to track upgrades.

Asked

☀️ When the sun goes down

Answered: Where is your go-to sunset watching spot in Nashville?

A view of the Pedestrian Bridge and the Cumberland River.

Are you team “Nashville sunrise” or “Nashville sunset?” We’re team both. | Photo by @yazpics

Last week, we shared news of Sunset on Belcourt, an outdoor dining spot opening this summer in Hillsboro Village, and it got us thinking. Where are your go-to spots to watch the sun set or rise?

Whether you’re new to town or have been a Nashvillian your whole life, we want any and every suggestion (we promise we will keep your secrets... only sharing with our thousands of dedicated readers).

We’ll go first. City Editor Dylan loves watching the sun go down over the skyline from the top of Fort Negley Park.

Your turn. Click the button below to let us know what places to check out. There’s a chance it will be featured in an upcoming newsletter.

Here comes the sun(set)

The Buy

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Colorful margarita glasses that are shatterproof — aka, perfect for outdoor pool parties.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Dylan

From the editor

Battle of the Paellas, a competition to be named the best paella chef in town, returns to Love and Exile Winery and Bar this Saturday, June 29. The annual event features paella tastings (12:30-2 p.m.), followed by drinks and dancing (2-5 p.m.) — all proceeds benefit Conexión Américas.

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