About Us

So much more than a local legend, The Coronation Tap is recognised as Bristol's premier ciderhouse with a "world-famous" tag!

There's always a vibrant mix of customers ... locals, who just can't stay away; students - it's their second home; an annual influx of freshers (often introduced by older relatives who enjoyed their "education" here!); professionals; "celebs"; tourists who come to the UK just to experience The CoriTap - in fact anyone and everyone from all walks of life and all corners of the globe, including "God" and "Elvis". And the overwhelming majority have heard "tales of The Tap" before they try it for themselves.

As a traditional ciderhouse we take our "apple juice" very seriously! Cider has been around since at least Saxon times when, to ensure a good crop of apples, the custom of wassailing (from the Old English "wes hal" - be of good health) was practiced. Cider-soaked pieces of bread were placed in apple tree branches; cider was poured over the roots to encourage good spirits, and bonfires were lit to frighten off evil spirits. This tradition still takes place in some areas of the West Country today.

We have a huge selection of ciders for you to choose from - draughts, packaged, iced, mulled, and the already mentioned "EXHIBITION", exclusive to The CoriTap, which we serve in half-pints only. If you're really not sure which to sample, our experienced staff will help you. And you don't need to leave empty-handed; you can buy any of our draught ciders in 2-pint take-aways, or bring in your own containers for us to fill! We also have "Cider Experience" evenings when you can come along and sample new additions to our range! Of course for those not totally converted to cider, we also stock real ales, lagers, beers and spirits.

The Cori is also an incredibly popular LIVE MUSIC VENUE where you can see not only the very best of Bristol's amazing talent but internationally known musicians too. Wish we could mention them all, but a few of those who play or have played here are Beth Rowley, Andy Sheppard, James Morton, Ian Matthews (Kasabian), Phantom Limb, Stuart Gordon, Clive Deamer, John Fenlon, Guthrie Kennard, and up and coming stars of the future from Bristol University's student bands. Brilliant musicians, fantastic audiences!

Our gigs are regularly plugged on local radio and given great reviews; we host CD launches and are used for recording sessions. We also provide rehearsal space for musicians, theatre groups, etc., and The CoriTap was chosen to be the film location for a "Brizzle" version of "Casablanca". We organise fundraising events for local charities and music bursaries; and there are frequent 'reunions' of all sorts here, often from those who want to 'take a trip down memory lane'. Just keep an eye on the Calendar for details of gigs and other events.

And it doesn't stop there! If you're hosting a party, ball, corporate event, any kind of celebration - why not invite us too! Ever thought of having a CoriTap Cider Bar/Tent? Get in touch to find out more!