Runcible Cider Old Hoot Runcible Cider is a farm and cidery located on the rocky prairie above beautiful, tiny Mosier, Oregon. The owners, Rob and Kelly, lived in Southern California for years, but frequently visited the Columbia River Gorge for vacations. The topic of starting a small, family business was brought up many times, and... Continue Reading →
October Box – Wrangletown and Schilling Hard Cider
Wrangletown Oak Barrel-Aged Cider Wrangletown Cider Company was founded by Pat Knittel in Humboldt County, California. Winemaking in California is of course widely abundant, but cider making is becoming more common as winemakers like Pat Knittell realize the potential in the cider industry and transition to making exquisite, fine cider. The name of this... Continue Reading →
September Box – Shacksbury and Reef Points Hard Cider
SHACKSBURY Wedded Bliss Located in Vergenes, Vermont, Shacksbury is far from your typical cidery. They not only have a passion for cider, but also a deep love for the apple itself. This is seen clearly by their Lost Apple Project they began a few years ago. Every year in Vermont, the Shacksbury team spends... Continue Reading →
August Box – Colorado Cider Co. and Dunkertons Cider
COLORADO CIDER CO. Block One After years of using fresh apple juice produced in other states, Colorado Cider Co. decided to plant their very own orchard in 2013 with more than eleven cider and heirloom apple varieties. This was a test to determine which traditional apples will grow at high altitude in Hotchkiss, Colorado... Continue Reading →
July Box – Dragon’s Head Cider and Tilted Shed Ciderworks
DRAGON'S HEAD CIDER Perry Dragon's Head Cider keeps their cidermaking process simple and authentic: they press high quality fruit, ferment the juice, then put it in a bottle. Made with 100% pears, this perry will stand out from most othe rcideries. It has already impressed the judges at the 2017 GLINTCAP Competition so much... Continue Reading →
June Box – Lassen Traditional Cider and Portland Cider Co.
LASSEN TRADITIONAL CIDER Winesap When it comes to making cider, Ben Nielsen of Lassen Traditional Cider, is determined to remain true to the craft. For their impeccable cider, Ben uses only locally grown apples from within 160 miles of their cidery in Chico, CA. Specifically, the team focuses on using American heirloom varieties, such as... Continue Reading →
May Box – Tin City Cider and Finnriver Cider
TIN CITY CIDER Liliko'i The founders of Tin City Cider Co. really hit the mark with their Liliko'i cider. Sip this cider and close your eyes to be instantly transported to the gorgeous islands of Hawaii. In Hawaii, Liliko'i is the name used for passion fruit. This rare fruit is what makes Tin City's Liliko'i unlike... Continue Reading →
April Box – South City Ciderworks and Liberty Ciderworks
SOUTH CITY CIDERWORKS Dry Me A River Dry Me A River was created to bring awareness to the recent drought that has greatly impacted much of California. But on the bright side, Dry Me a River has also put smiles on the faces of a lot of cider lovers in the region. This cider was... Continue Reading →
March Box – Snowdrift Cider and Sea Cider
SNOWDRIFT CIDER Red Cider Ever heard of Wenatchee, Washington? Neither had we. Until we learned that arguably some of the best cider in the nation is hand crafted in this small farming town. Wenatchee is located in the heart of Washington state's apple country, and is home to the Snowdrift Cider Company. Approximately 70% of... Continue Reading →