Botanist & Barrel is reshaping Southern wine and cider by championing a model that treats land, people, and flavor as one system In the American South, where wine culture has long been overshadowed by coastal regions, Lyndon Smith is building a different...
On the windswept plains just south of Saskatoon, the McKercher family bet their cattle farm on apples, and built one of Canada’s most distinctive cideries. Crossmount Cider, set near the South Saskatchewan River, is a full-scale, prairie-rooted cidery with seven...
Ditch the usual pre-dinner routine: no heavy cocktails or complicated drinks. Pommeau is your new go-to. It’s the kind of drink that pairs perfectly with those slow, lingering evenings that stretch into night. Imagine a smoky room, soft classical tunes, and a glass...
Looking to elevate your holiday party with a bit of flair? Enter the DIY cider cocktail bar — a mix-it-yourself setup that brings cider’s versatility and holiday cheer together. It’s easy to set up, fun to use and makes you look like the holiday host everyone...
In 2017, Pennsylvania-based Threadbare Cider emerged as a creative experiment at the iconic Wigle Whiskey, its sister company. Think fine, expressive craft ciders and meads using local apples and honey. The Ciderhouse, located in Pittsburgh’s North Side, boasts a...
Ever wondered why spicy cider cocktails hit the sweet spot just right? Cider and a spicy agents such as peppers, hot sauce or spice powders come together to create a complex, sweet-tart-spicy drink. The spice in these cocktails isn’t there to burn your tongue. No...
Picture this: The sun is shining bright, the air is warm and you are ready to embark on some epic summer shenanigans. But wait, what’s missing? The perfect drink to accompany your adventures. Look no further, because we’ve rounded up a fantastic selection of ciders...
The story of Arsenal Cider House is rooted in founder/owner Bill Larkin’s desire to create a cider that stood out from the rest. The Pittsburgh-based cidery has a unique Civil War theme and specializes in handcrafted hard apple cider, fruit/grape wines and mead....
What it really is, and the best scrumpies to try The season of teeming wildflowers, buzzing bees and late, glorious sunsets is upon us. The beverage that would hit the spot just right? Light, easy and refreshing. Think a thirst-quenching cider — a touch untamed,...
