Just hours before the 2017 New Year begins, cider producers will be celebrating their newest victory in the history of cidermaking. For years, cider production has faced limitations—high taxes, low alcohol by volume (ABV) limits and carbonation regulations—that have...
Four generations of farming across 500 acres of orchard isn't something to turn a blind eye to. For David DeFisher and his team at Rootstock Ciderworks, this is just part of the family business. DeFisher Fruit Farms proudly supplies the fruit for Rootstock's...
Back for another year, Chicago is next up for the tremendously popular and record-breaking Cider Summit series. Artisan ciders from around the world and regions across North America are returning for the popular event. Two sessions will take place in the historical...
When working with wood, Sean Kelly's relationship with trees is a rather close one. When those trees bear a wide variety of fruit, opening a craft cidery becomes a natural pathway for someone with a long-term hobby and love for fermentation. Kelly's Eugene,...
Located in a region synonymous with apples and hops, Portland Cider Co. is determined to take advantage of the Northwest’s prime conditions for growing the fruit and turning it into something unique. Founded by an Oregonian and a British ex-pat, the Oregon City,...
The craft cider industry may have started burgeoning after the craft beer renaissance, but that doesn’t mean it needs to play second fiddle. The kinship is natural—they love their new hop varietals as much as we love our heirloom apples. But until such time as...
In the homestretch leading up to the New Year, those who have practically just polished off Thanksgiving’s last load of dirty pie and casserole dishes may not have baking on the brain. But even if you’ve picked through most of the pantry stockpile or are finding your...
Whether you’re shopping for your significant other or a family member, you can never go wrong with the gift of cider. From informative to convenient and just plain tasty, these cider-savvy presents should be at the top of your shopping list. Hunt & Noyer Motor...
They make a "Classics" line, they make an "Artisanal Reserves" line. They make an "English-style" line, they make a "Boxed" line. And now with the latest addition to Crispin Cider Co.'s "Barrel Aged Limited Release" line, they make a rum barrel-aged cider. The Colfax,...
With the growth of craft cideries in North America, there also come some amazing opportunities to give back to community organizations—from fresh fruit at food banks to environmental protection support. Some producers have even created innovative ways to decrease the...
