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Austria’s Perry Paradise: Exploring the Mostviertel on the Scenic Train Route from Vienna to Amstetten
Traveling by train is one of the pleasures of Europe. Many countries are well served by rail both within and across their borders with stops in cities large and small. The routes are often quite scenic, and it is certainly easier to appreciate the view when you don’t...
These Ciders Are From Mars
When the solar eclipse of 2017 crept across the globe, Nikki West was in New York attending what would become the Cider Institute of North America (CINA) at Cornell University. She was surrounded by like minds learning the particulars of crafting her favorite...
How To Market Cider With Scion Cider Bar’s Elisabeth Osmeloski
Elisabeth Osmeloski, co-owner of Scion Cider Bar in Salt Lake City, has worked in marketing for over two decades. She sat down with Cidercraft to share how her experience can translate to action for cider businesses, from developing branding that attracts the right...
The 411 on Scrumpy Cider
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, and...
Finding Fortune & Glory in Oregon: Astoria’s First and Only Cider Producer Rebrands and Reopens in New Space
Astoria, Oregon, is uniquely placed at the northwestern tip of the state adjacent the Pacific and the mouth of the Columbia River. It’s a town rooted in rich history, boasting stunning Victorian-era buildings and a community of businesses that are cheering for each...
Copenhagen: A Hidden Gem of European Capitals, Unveiling its Cosmopolitan Charms and Thriving Cider Scene
When you ask the average American which European capital is at the top of their must-visit bucket list, Copenhagen is rarely the answer. It didn’t even make the top 10 for 2023, according to data compiled by the website travelpulse.com. That’s a shame, for the city is...
Announcing the Sixth Annual Cidercraft Awards Winners!
Put out across the globe, an open call for submissions brought in over 400 ciders across all categories this year. Submissions were sampled blind and judged in person over 2 full days by leading cider industry experts who determined the top four medalists in each...
Show your Mom some Love: The Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Along with celebrating by popping a special bottle, here are five gift ideas sure to satisfy a cider-obsessed (or even cider-curious) mom. From drinkware with style to apple-themed toys, these gifts will make Mother’s Day memorable. Elevate mom’s drinking experience...
The Virginia Cider Scene is Alive and Well — and Eco-Friendly Too
Virginia’s status as an agricultural hub gives cideries in the state abundant access to ripe fruit and fertile land for the cultivation thereof — not to mention a lot of institutional infrastructure that supports the state’s farm operations. The Virginia Cider...
How to Grow Cider Apples at Home
Expert advice on cider tree selection, sourcing, planting, maintaining and harvest In Virginia and Maine respectively, orchardists Diane Flynt of Foggy Ridge Cider and David Buchanan of Portersfield Cider carry a wealth of knowledge about nurturing apple trees....