WE DO FCKING COOL SHT — THAT’S OUR MOTTO.

MEET THE FOLKS WHO MAKE IT POSSIBLE.

Our Story

In 2012, our co-founder Adam Diskin moved to Nashville from the Pacific Northwest where he searched far and wide to get his hands on a similar true cider experience that he was familiar with in Washington, Canada and England. After years of searching with no luck, he felt it was time to finally start his own. He connected with his friend Todd Evans to begin their journey in building Nashville’s first and only craft cidery. Not only did they want to bring true craft cider to Tennessee and the South, but they focused on making cider the traditional way by crafting cider solely using fresh pressed apples to break the mold of overly sweet cider. This fueled their fire to share what authentic cider tastes like with the community. Adam and Todd studied under an English Cider Master to learn to make cider the way it’s been made for centuries. Part of this tradition is how friends and family would gather together and drink cider in their neighbor’s barns while looking up at the stars. If you’re ever able to come to the cidery, you’ll find that our architecture has wooden planks in the ceiling and hanging pendant lights, which was purposefully made to emulate the barn tradition in hopes that each one of you feel at home in our space. Thank you for joining us in our journey and we can't wait to continue to share our passion with you!

MEET THE TEAM

Operations

ADAM DISKIN

CO-FOUNDER
After years as a rocket scientist and looking for cures in nuclear medicine, Adam decided it was time for something challenging. Thus Diskin Cider was born (years of underage cider drinking didn’t hurt either). The desire to bring all-natural, fresh, approachable, traditionally made cider to the South took Adam to Washington State and England. While training under an English cider master, Adam learned cider was as much about community and celebrating friends as it was about great-tasting cider made only from fresh-pressed apples. It was time to take the same recipes started in the garage into our urban barn-centered cidery. Adam is excited to share and celebrate together.
TODD EVANS

Born and raised in Nashville, TN, Todd Evans is a unicorn in more ways than one—literally and figuratively. After graduating from Columbia College, he embarked on a diverse career with Marriott Corporation, moving up and down the East Coast. Returning to Nashville, he served as the Executive Director of a local non-profit for twelve years. It was during this time that he met Adam Diskin. After bonding over shared interests, Adam invited Todd to learn the craft of hard cider-making. This partnership blossomed into Diskin Cider, which opened its doors in May 2018, bringing a fresh twist to the local beverage scene.
KYLIE AIKEN

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Kylie joined our team in 2020 to take over the operations of the cidery with her get-shit-done attitude. She graduated from the University of Florida during the Tebow era and grew up where y’all vacation. She spent years in the construction and healthcare industries before making the switch into the craft cider world. With a job description of “everything,” Kylie makes sure all fires get put out, all Excel formulas are correct, and that the Local AF tastes just right.
Certified Cider Maker (Cider Institute of North America); Certified Cider Professional (American Cider Association)
KENDALL ECKHARDT

DESIGN & MARKETING COORDINATOR

After graduating with her BFA in Graphic Design, Kendall set out with one goal: find a job that makes her excited. Due to her impeccable humor and impressive portfolio, she landed her spot at Diskin. You will often find her zoomed into the pixel, scheduling content, designing the next can line, and running all things social media while listening to Post Malone. She is KCAD.
HAYLEE SALYER

EVENT COORDINATOR & TASTING ROOM MANAGER
From the Great Lakes to The Music City, Haylee has perfected the art of turning ordinary gatherings into unforgettable experiences. She has a degree in Recreation Event Management from Central Michigan University and a plethora of experience in planning anything from half marathons to weddings. She'll have your guests laughing, dancing, and cider-drinking their way to a good time faster than you can say “cheers!”
When she's not busy juggling event logistics like a pro, you can catch Haylee sipping cider while taking her dog to the park!