By: Nia Saunders
The creative minds behind the documentary “Cider in Kazakhstan” are cidermakers Alex Thomas and his wife, Aizhan, who are just as good at making history as they are at telling…
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Review: 2019 Son of Man Sagardo
In the marketing monarchy of cider, packaging is king. He serves with a powerful hand, too — considering language has changed in the last few months in regards to cider…
3 Frozen Cider Treats for the Fourth of July
Remember the first time you had a frozen ice pop or snow cone? There is no better way to bring a smile to your face than enjoying frozen treats on…
Op-Ed: Farming the Right Apples for the Right Place
Perched atop the highest point (1227 feet above sea level) in the small New England town of West Brookfield, Massachusetts, sits Ragged Hill Orchard. Founded in 1984 by orchardist Keith…
The Pursuit of Hoppiness: Cidermakers Dive into Top Hops
Apples and hops rarely shared the same tank in the past, but these disparate plants have much in common. Both were grown in Colonial America. Both were used to make…
Cocktail Recipe: Cider Punch for Four
Once upon a time, a punch bowl sitting in the middle of the table was a sure sign there was a party going on. We don’t see punch bowls that…
Get Your Cider on for Every Meal of the Day
Everyday, cider lovers face a dilemma that would be a joy for most people to come across: so many ciders, so little time. With cideries releasing an abundance of new…
Op-Ed: Bees, Trees and Cyser? Yes, Please!
The beginning of summer is a time of renewal — a time to shed the shackles of winter and traverse the sunlit path to the bright and new upcoming cidermaking…
5 Vibrant Ciders that Celebrate Pride Month
In the era of COVID-19 and social distancing, craft cider companies, along with the rest of the food and beverage industry, have been forced to adapt to new health and…
Mastering the Long Pour: How to Drink Sidra
Imagine yourself for a minute sitting in a Spanish sideria (a cider-centered restaurant), enjoying some cider and tapas with friends. The escansiador, the fellow whose job it is to serve…