by Jeff Maisey | Jul 26, 2020 | Cider News, Cider Profiles, Ciders
(Sandbar provides layers of flavor enhanced by raspberry and lemon. Photo by Sly Clyde.) By Jeff Maisey Like craft breweries, Sly Clyde Ciderworks in Hampton has a rotating series of seasonal beverages to compliment its core brands and provide a level of quality...
by Jeff Maisey | Oct 23, 2019 | Cider News, Ciders
Blue Bee Cider has been announced as the host venue for the 7th annual Richmond Cider Celebration, marking the kickoff of Cider Week VA. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 9, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Richmond Cider Celebration will feature 15 cideries...
by Jeff Maisey | May 18, 2019 | Cider News, News
Popular cider-maker Bold Rock didn’t waste anytime getting into the hard seltzer market. Beginning June 10, Bold Rock will release a Grapefruit and Cucumber Melon in both 12-ounce cans packaged as 6-packs. Both will be available on draft as well. “Nearly...
by Jeff Maisey | Aug 14, 2016 | Cider News, Cider Profiles, Cider Reviews, Ciders
By Annie Tobey While craft breweries dabble in the concept of terroir, that “taste of place” traditionally embraced by wineries, today’s craft cider makers also use local products to ferment their beverages. In a major U.S. apple-producing state, ranking sixth...
by Jeff Maisey | Aug 26, 2015 | Cider News, Cider Profiles, Ciders
Words and Photos by Steve Deason Have you ever tasted a smoked cider? Smoked beers are quite common but it’s unlikely that you have heard of smoked cider. If you want to be on the “cutting edge” you had better hurry! The creative (and hardworking) folks at Blue...