In an era of expression and experimentation in the alcohol world, the modern winemaker often discovers that having hands in multiple pots can be both profitable and enjoyable. This has led to a recent trend of winemakers who also produce hard cider—for most cider...
By Peter Holmstrom On first examination, this might seem like a misprint. “Beer and cider in one bottle? That’s crazy!” But mull it around a bit more. Collaborations between craft drinks companies are all the rage right now. Winemakers and brewmasters...
By Peter Holmstrom The year of 2006 wasn’t exactly the golden age of cider in America. The cider industry was still young, with patrons and businesses alike only beginning to recognize the burgeoning potential the fermented beverage had to offer. Cider sales worldwide...
By Peter Holmstrom On a recent trip to the grocery store, I met an Australian couple who opened my eyes to the world of Australian cider. I had never thought Australia to be a major apple growing country, but evidently I was wrong. Australia is ripe with apple and...
By Peter Holmstrom Left photo courtesy of Hard-Pressed Cider Fest, right by Adam Lapierre Picture the best place to host a cider festival: in the middle of apple country of course. Surrounded by orchards on all sides, and located next to a fruit packing company. This...
