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Donatas Genys didn't set out to launch Lithuania's first keeved cider. But after trips to England and Normandy, years of experimentation, and the planting of over 6,000 cider apple trees, that's exactly what he's doing. At Sodo Sidriné, located just a few kilometers from the city of Kaunus, Donatas is into a whole new era for cider Lithuania's cider revival Donatas Genys Cider Culture and Baltic Roots Lithuania has deep agricultural roots, but apple trees which at many of the homes are desired more for eating or making apple wine while vodka and beer under Soviet rule flourished. Note: Lithuania declared its independence from the Soviet Union on March 11, 1990, becoming the first Soviet republic to do so, an act made possible in part by the loosening of Soviet control under Gorbachev's Perestroika reforms. Donatas is using both local varieties like Auksis and imported cider apples such as Yarlington Mill, Harry Masters Jersey, and Marie Ménard. His orchard-first philosophy ensures every cider is estate grown and rooted in place. Keeving in Lithuania The hallmark of Sodo Sidrine's offerings is a naturally keeved cider. Donatas showcased his keeved cider at CiderCon 2025 and received a lot of praise from attendees, including this Cider Chat Producer Ria Windcaller. Genys admits it's the most labor-intensive process, but also the most rewarding. This method yields a semi-dry cider with natural sweetness and long-lasting complexity, a rarity in a country where most consumers only know industrial cider. A New Era for Lithuanian Cider With a production facility nearly complete, Genys is preparing to scale up. His vision includes: Sodo Cider Stainless steel fermentation A small tasting room with potential for expansion Fruit wines and hopped ciders to appeal to a wider audience Apple brandy aged in sherry casks for future release Inside Sodo Sidrine Despite legal gray areas (there's no craft cider license in Lithuania), Donatas is pushing forward — blending tradition, research, and experimentation with quiet determination. He expects his licensing process to be completed by the summer of 2025. Stay tuned! Contact info for Sodo Sidriné Website: https://sodosidrine.lt/ Mentions in this Cider Chat Totally Cider Tour_UK Edition Bent Ladder | Doylestown Ohio – Events Locust Grove Brewing – Mother's Day Brunch – Live Music, Food Truck 11-2pm
The Cider Institute: Training the Next Generation of Cider Makers The Cider Institute, formerly known as the Cider Institute of North America (CINA), is the premier resource for cider education. Founded in 2016 at CiderCon, the Institute focuses on training cider makers of all levels, from beginners to advanced professionals. With a growing global reach, the Institute now offers online and in-person courses, making cider education more accessible than ever. In this episode we speak with the Cider Institute's Executive Director Brighid O'Keane. Executive Director Brighid O'Keane Core Offerings: Cider Education for All Levels The Cider and Perry Production Foundation Course is the flagship program, covering everything from apple selection to fermentation, chemistry, microbiology, and post-production techniques. This 12-week online course includes weekly Zoom sessions with industry experts, ensuring hands-on engagement even in a virtual format. For those just getting started, the upcoming Cider Making 101 will be a self-directed, beginner-friendly course, introducing enthusiasts to the fundamentals of cider without the deep technical dive of the foundation course. For experienced cider makers, advanced courses cover topics like: Safety & Sanitation – Ensuring proper practices in cider production Sensory Analysis – Understanding cider flavor profiles Laboratory Testing – Learning critical quality control techniques Operations-Focused Hands-On Training – A five-day immersive experience A Global Perspective on Cider Training With increasing international interest, the Cider Institute is expanding worldwide. Upcoming in-person classes for 2025 will be offered at Brock University (Canada), Washington State University, and Virginia Tech, with plans for courses in the UK and beyond. The Institute also runs production tours, fostering knowledge exchange between cider makers across regions. (Left to right) Board Members – Christine Walter, Brighid O'Keane E.D., Nick Gunn, Chris Gerling, Steven Trussler, Nicole Leibon, Dave Takush, Kira Bassingthwaighte Contact Info for the Cider Institute Website: https://www.ciderinstitute.com/ Mentions in this Cider Chat Totally Cider Tours Kordick Family Farm – newsletter sign up at https://kordickfamilyfarm.com/ Note the apple pretzels in the tree below Know Your Roots Consulting – newsletter sign up at
Angi Thomas from Being Black in Craft joins us to discuss Kendrick Lamar, CiderCon, and more. Also, Collin Zreet is back with another Tasting Notes segment about American Lager. More links below: Red Crow Brewing Diversey House Peticolas Brewing Company Hoppin Fort Worth
Monica Cohen on Leading the ACA Monica Cohen, the new CEO of the American Cider Association (ACA), stepped into her role at CiderCon 2025 in Chicago. With a background in dairy marketing and a passion for helping craft industries grow, she brings fresh energy and a bold vision to the cider world. Her introduction to cider mirrors a challenge the industry faces—many consumers assume all cider is the same. She's on a mission to change that. American Cider Association CEO, Monica Cohen Priorities for 2025 Monica laid out her key focus areas for the ACA: Enhancing membership value – Ensuring small and large cideries alike benefit from ACA resources. Growing ACA membership – Making the association indispensable to cider makers. Strengthening advocacy – Fighting for fair industry regulations, including tax structures. Increasing consumer awareness – Changing public perception and getting cider on more menus. Cider's Big Opportunity Monica believes cider's time is now. She emphasizes that innovation, consumer education, and stronger industry collaboration will be key to the next phase of growth. CiderCon Takeaways & The Path Forward At CiderCon 2025, Monica had an “aha moment” during Cider Share, experiencing firsthand the incredible diversity of cider. She sees the event as more than just a conference—it's a place for the cider community to connect, share ideas, and shape the industry's future. Looking ahead to CiderCon 2026 in Providence Rhode Island, Monica wants to grow attendance, attract new industry partners, and ensure the event remains relevant and impactful for all makers big or small. Contact the American Cider Association Website: https://ciderassociation.org Mentions in this Cider Chat Totally Cider Tour to the UK – send an email to info@ciderchat.com to get on the wait list for spots opening on this 2025 tour taking place August 25-31, 2025.
2025 marks a milestone year for Lawson's Finest Liquids and its flagship Sip of Sunshine IPA. How will the Vermont craft brewery celebrate? CEO Adeline Druart shares details on the latest Brewbound Podcast. Druart, who took over as CEO in June 2023, shares the keys to keeping Sip growing, including a commitment to cold-chain distribution. She also discusses the crossover of her previous life in dairy, with the addition of cheese to Lawson's taproom. The conversation also covers Lawson's expansion into North Carolina and Virginia, if more markets will follow, additions to the Sunshine family, B-Corp status and the brewery's Airbnb. Plus, the Brewbound team discusses Zoe's trip to CiderCon and her Super Bowl celebration, more ad talk and play a game of Another Round or Tabbing Out on Anheuser-Busch's American versus domestic and Ball recycling its aluminum cup business.
A sit down Cider Chat with the makers behind Worleys and Honey's Cider! Neil Worley was last on this podcast back in 2016 on episode 26! He and Ria met up at CiderCon which was being held that year in Portland Oregon. Neil's episode on Keeving, a basic how-to, has been a perennical favorite for listeners. Kimberly Jones took over Honey's Cider in 2019 for Bob Honey. Both makers are based in Somerset and each have their own unique style and approach to making Cider. Neil and Kim Craft Ciders Made at Worley and Honey's Worley Cider: Special Reserve Keeved Cider – winner of the Golden Fork award Medium Dry Bottled Cider Find Worley at Frome Weekly Market Honey's Ciders Midford Cider (Medium Dry) Cam Valley Cider Stony Bonk (Cider-Ginger Beer Blend) Kimberly Jones In this Cider Chat with Worleys and Honey's Neil and Kim have observed a shift in cider preferences, with still ciders flourishing outdoors. Neil's experiments in keeving and controlled oxidation highlight the scientific precision he applies to cider making. Meanwhile, Kim is expanding Honey's range with blends tailored to local heritage. How to find Worleys and Honey's Cider Visit the Froome Independent Market from March to December on the first Sunday of each month for a chance to taste their creations. cider to go in classic Bag in Box Contact info for Worleys and Honey's Cider Worleys – https://www.worleyscider.co.uk/ Honey's – http://www.honeyscider.co.uk Mentions in this Cider Chat Totally Cider Tour to the UK – send an email to info@ciderchat.com to get on the wait list for this 2025 tour taking place August 25-31, 2025 Chicago Cider Week Chicago Cider Summit CiderCon2025 Promo Code – Once you get to the registration form, towards the end of the first page you'll reach a section in the form that says “additional registration information” and there is a question: If you have a coupon, please enter code here (case-sensitive): CiderChat
What makes a cider a cider? Explore the fruits and chaos-inspired ingredients behind ERIS' biggest hits in this cider science deep dive. Michelle Foik, co-owner of ERIS Brewery and Cider House, shares her journey to opening her historic establishment before delving into the art and science of cidering. She starts by discussing how her career took her from Goose Island Brewery and Revolution Brewing to opening the first female-owned brewery and cider house in Illinois in a historic Masonic temple. She also discusses the history of cider in Chicago and in the United States, the cultural revival of cider post-Prohibition, and how cider is actually made. After the beer break, Michelle delves into how Amburana barrels impart a variety of spice flavors into beverages, why beer brewers aren't allowed to make cider, and how ERIS combines ciders and beers to make unique snakebites. She also shares the incredible story behind their GABF award-winning hazy IPA Foiken Haze, the unique characteristics of their Pepper Jam cider, and their barrel-aged Malort cider. ERIS Brewery and Cider House is a women-owned brewery, cider house, and restaurant in the Old Irving Park neighborhood of Chicago. Learn more on their website at https://www.erischicago.com/ — You can learn more about Crafty Brewers and get in touch with us on our official website, https://craftybrewerspod.com Crafty Brewers is a production of Quantum Podcasts, LLC. Is your brewery or business looking to capture a loyal audience to drive business results with the power of podcasting? Then visit https://quantum-podcasts.com/ to learn more. Our executive producer and editor is award-winning podcaster Cody Gough. He insists that we tell you that in this episode, you'll learn about: Chicago cider house, Illinois craft beer, cider brewing techniques, balanced ciders, cider history, cider apples, Van Van Mojo cider, mosaic hops cider, Pepper Jam cider, arbol pepper cider, Euphoria cider, Umbriana barrel-aged cider, cider festivals Chicago, CiderCon, Cider Summit Chicago, Michigan apples, cider fermentation process, cider vs beer, semi-sweet cider, dry cider, blending cider with beer, culinary cider flavors, craft beer trends 2025, Chicago brewpub, Malort cider, unique Chicago beverages, collaboration brews Chicago, barrel-aging cider, and cider food pairings.
The Recipe for #xpromotecider Collaboration isn't just a buzzword—it's the recipe for growth. In this episode of Cider Chat, we explore how the #xpromotecider campaign over the course of 2024. What is #xpromotecider? The #xpromotecider campaign started as a way to encourage cider brands and enthusiasts to cross share episodes of Cider Chat so that Cider Chat could in turn share news about their brand. The end goal was to help educate cider fans about the resources and how-tos of cider making Brands and fans were invited to repost Cider Chat episodes and/or download the informative Cider Chat.pdf and then tack it to a bulletin board in a tasting room. Why Cross-Promotion is the Secret Ingredient Cross-promotion isn't just about visibility—it's about creating a shared identity for the cider industry. Here's why it matters: Building Regional Destinations Regions like the Finger Lakes, Michigan, and Normandy have become cider tourism hotspots because of collaborative efforts among cideries. By promoting each other, these regions attract visitors and grow collectively. Reaching New Audiences Sharing others' stories helps introduce cider to new audiences who might not otherwise explore it. Cross-promotion creates opportunities to educate and inspire potential fans. Strengthening Community Bonds When cider makers work together, it fosters a sense of unity that resonates with consumers. People want to support an industry that feels connected and supportive. The Risks of Staying Isolated or not cross promoting Isolation may seem like the safer route for some, but it comes with risks: Missed Opportunities: Without collaboration, regions miss out on tourism and media exposure. Industry Stagnation: Staying focused only on individual brands limits the industry's potential to grow and attract new customers. Disconnection: Consumers are less likely to engage with a fragmented industry that doesn't show unity. By embracing cross-promotion, cider makers can avoid these pitfalls and contribute to a stronger, more vibrant community. Spotlight on Cider Champions Throughout the year, many individuals and brands have stepped up to embrace #xpromotecider. Here are just a few examples: @ciderexplorer consistently reshared weekly episodes, helping to spread the word. Cider makers downloaded and posted the Cider Chat PDF to engage their audiences and connect with their local communities. To see the full list of contributors, check out the YouTube version of this episode, where we showcase screenshots of posts from the past year. And stay tuned to our social media for more highlights! How to Join the Cross Promote Campaign Ready to get involved? Here are a few ways to join #xpromotecider: Share this blog post or the podcast episode with your audience. Use the hashtag #xpromotecider in your posts and tag your favorite cider brands. Download the Cider Chat PDF and display it in your tasting room to encourage guests to learn more about cider. Together, we can grow the cider community into 2025 and continue to build a stronger, more connected industry. Join the fun and start cross-promoting cider today
After 8 Years at the helm Michelle McGrath is switching gears Michell McGrath Michelle McGrath, CEO of the American Cider Association (ACA), reflects on her impactful leadership, the growth of the cider industry, and her next chapter. In this episode, Michelle shares insights into her journey, upcoming transitions, and the exciting plans for CiderCon 2024 in Chicago. Key Milestones at ACA Membership Growth: ACA membership has significantly increased during Michelle's tenure. CiderCon Success: The premier U.S. cider conference continues to thrive, with growing attendance and international collaborations. Sustainability Focus: Initiatives that support cider makers, orchardist/farmers and sustainability were central to ACA's strategy. What's Next for Michelle Michelle will be transitioning to Salmon Safe as Columbia Basin Program Director. This nonprofit focuses on land use practices that protect watershed health and salmon populations. Her passion for collaboration and supporting farmers continues to guide her work. Up Coming Highlights for CiderCon 2025 Chilean cider tastings and sessions on the country's apple heritage. A session on soil health by Ashley Lindsay, a pomological expert from Oregon State University. Tastings featuring Porter's Perfection cider and quince cider varieties. Networking opportunities and workshops for cider makers worldwide. A Call to Action for the Cider Community Michelle encourages more diversity and representation in cider leadership roles, especially for women. She invites anyone interested in joining the ACA board or participating in industry initiatives to step forward and work with the board of directors. Contact Info for the American Cider Association Website: https://ciderassociation.org Mentioned in this Cider Chat CiderCon2025 Promo Code – Once you get to the registration form, towards the end of the first page you'll reach a section in the form that says “additional registration information” and there is a question: If you have a coupon, please enter code here (case-sensitive): CiderChat #xpromoteCider – Tips of the glass to the following brands! Do follow them on instagram! @lydiaapplecore Raven's Moon Craft Cider & Blue Moon Farm British Columbia Rødding – Æblets By i Salling -Denmark cider club @1000StoneFarm Vermont restaurant and cidery #ciderGoingUP campaign page Cider Gift Ideas
In Episode 423 of Cider Chat, we delve into the fascinating world of apple identification a.k.a. Apple Id with the one and only John Bunker, a renowned author and the c0-founder of FEDCO Trees, Maine Organic Farmers and Gardners Association (MOFGA). Hear as he shares his lifelong passion for tracking down historic apple varieties and teaching others how to preserve these treasures is truly inspiring. This presentation is part one of a two-part series on Apple ID recorded at CiderCon2024. John Bunker portrait by John Alsop of Cornville, ME Hear John Bunker walking us through the intricacies of apple identification, reminding us that it's not just about identifying a fruit — it's about preserving history. For orchardists and cider makers, understanding the varieties in your care is a crucial part of maintaining the integrity of your orchard and the quality of your cider apples. 00:00 Introduction to Cider Chat and Apple Mysteries 01:37 John Bunker's Apple Identification Journey 04:11 The Importance of Apple Identification 10:11 Understanding Apple Trees and Grafting 21:39 Resources for Apple Identification 25:37 DNA Profiling and Apple Identification 30:12 Practical Apple Identification Scenarios 33:40 Mentors and the Black Oxford Apple 34:39 DNA Profiling and Apple Identification 37:06 The Mystery of the Canadian Strawberry 38:52 The Hunt for Lost Apples 41:36 Identifying Seedlings and Grafted Trees 45:49 Commercial Orchards and Misidentified Apples 48:47 The Role of Historical Records in Apple Identification 53:26 The Fun and Challenges of Apple Hunting 58:05 Becoming an Apple Detective 01:04:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Contact for John Bunker Website: Outonthelimbapple.com Books recommended in this episode: Apples and the Art of Detection by John Bunker (2019) Systemic Pomology by UP Hedrick 1925 The American Fruit Culturist: Containing Practical Directions for the Propagation and Culture of All Fruits Adapted to the United States, John Thomas 1849 The Fruit Manual, Robert Hogg 1886 Episode 422 John Bunker Keynote: Orchards and Legacy Subscribe to Cider Chat YouTube Totally Cider Tours - French Cider Tour
Send us a Text Message.Join Gabe Cook, Martyn Goodwin-Sharman, Grant Hutchison and Producer Scott Riggs at the Neutral Cider Hotel! The lads warm up for another victory lap around the specialist drink podcast circuit, regale of fatherhood, and lament using their mum's dialup!The guys select a drink that represents their last year, with Martyn selecting Wilding Cider's Dabinett & Foxwhelp, Grant carefully opening Oliver's Gold Rush 10, Gabe brings New Zealand's finest to the table with Peckham's Apple, and finally Scott cracks a blast from the past with Oliver's Bottle Conditioned 2018. The guys diverge from tradition and plug a different book, Perry: A Drinker's Guide by fellow podcaster Adam Wells. There's tour discussions with The Twilight Sad and The Cure, the wonderful Cidercon and a conversation with Minnesota natives, an old friend and some new enemies. Producer Scott shares a tale of the tooth and some sad news about an old friend. Then, the guys close out the show by playing a little quiz that GaAnd with that, the hotel closes for another week (or two). Please do check out the socials, and send us your messages to have your say in where the guys go next. THE TEAMGabe is a cider expert: The Ciderologist / SubstackGrant owns a cider shop: Aeble Cider ShopMartyn loves to write about cider: CiderShitExecutive Producer/Editor: Scott RiggsMusic: Billy KennedyCONNECTInstagram: NeutralCiderHotelFacebook: NeutralCiderHotelThreads: NeutralCiderHotelX: NeutralCiderPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@neutralciderhotelListen and share episodes on our website: https://www.neutralciderhotel.net/Leave us a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/neutralciderhotelJoin the conversation: https://www.reddit.com/r/NeutralCid...
What exactly are Cider Hybrids Exploring Cider Hybrids and Co-ferments as recored at a panel discussion at CiderCon 2024. The terminology for this category is still developing, reflecting the innovative and experimental nature of these beverages. As producers continue to explore and create unique blends and co-ferments, the language will evolve to better capture the diversity and creativity inherent in these new cider expressions. In this episode of Cider Chat Delve into the innovative and creative world of cider hybrids and co-ferments with a panel of expert cider makers from around the globe to discuss the nuances, challenges, and joys of creating these unique beverages. The discussion opens with a brief introduction to the panelists: Christine Hardy – Co-owner and cider maker at Riley's Cidery on Bowen Island, BC, and board member of the Cider Institute of North America. Tom Oliver – Cider and Perry maker at Oliver's Cider and Perry in Herefordshire, England. Ryan Burk – Owner and cider maker at Occam Cider. Johan Sjöstedt – Founder and cider maker at Pomologik in Sweden. Kathleen Cherry – Winemaker and co-owner of Calche Wine Cooperative in Vermont. Tariq – Cider maker at Revel Cider in Ontario, Canada. (ltor) Tariq Ahmed, Kathline Chery, Johan Sjöstedt, Ryan Burk, Tom Oliver Panelist Questions on the topic of Cider Hybrids Defining Cider Hybrids and Co-ferments: Challenges and Regulatory Issues in this category Innovative Ingredients and Techniques Marketing and Consumer Perception Advice for Aspiring Cider Makers Contact Information for Speakers: Christine Hardy – Riley's Cidery Tom Oliver – Oliver's Cider and Perry – Listen to Episode 366 with Tom Ryan Burk – Occam Cider Johan Sjöstedt – Pomologik – Listen to Episode 399 with Johan Kathline Chery – Kalche Wine Cooperative Tariq Ahmed – Revel Cider Listen to Episode 405 with Tariq Mentions in this Cider Chat PA Cider Fest – June 15, 2024 Locust Grove Brewing Company – Milton, New York Who's been cross promoting cider #xpromotecider French Cider Tour 2024 Who's cross promoting cider #xpromotecider @degerdenner @Berkshire_Cider @deansbeanscoffee Albemarle Cider Works @lapommelie
Is Ancestral Method different than Pet Nat? This panel discussion on Ancestral Method was moderate by Nicole Leibon of LeNosse Knows consultation. She was joined by Yann Gilles, a French cider consultant, Levi Danielson of Oregon's RAW cider and David Carr of California's Raging Cider. This feature was was recorded at CiderCon 2024, the annual trade conference hosted by the American Cider Association. (ltor) Nicole LeGrand Liebon, Yann Gilles, Levi Danielson, Dave Carr The discussion centers around various aspects of cider production, specifically highlighting traditional cider-making methods like the "ancestral method. Topics discuss on this panel Cider Making Methods and Personal Backgrounds of each speaker Ancestral Method of Cider Production This traditional method of cider making is particularly prominent in Normandy and Brittany, France. It involves a two-step fermentation process: the first step is in tanks and the second in bottles, intentionally leaving both fermentations incomplete to retain some natural sugars and create a sparkling cider. Technical Details in Cider Fermentation Discussions delve into the technical specifics such as controlling yeast population, managing nitrogen levels in the must, and how these factors affect the cider's quality and character. Influence of Environmental Factors Various environmental factors like orchard age, apple variety, and climatic conditions impact the nitrogen content in apples, which in turn affects the cider's fermentation process Cider Quality Control Techniques Techniques like racking, filtration, and the use of centrifuges are explored to manage fermentation and ensure quality. Packaging and Bottling Considerations The choice of bottles, pressure management during second fermentation, and how these factors impact the safety and quality of the final cider product are discussed Cider Tasting and Consumer Preferences The session included a cider tasting, emphasizing the importance of understanding consumer preferences and the impact of specific cider-making techniques on the flavor and appeal of the cider. 2022 Cidre AOP Pays d'Auge Cuvée Réserve | Manoir de Grandouet (Normandy) 2023 AW Cider Pet Nat | RAW Cider Company (Oregon) 2020 Disco Nat, Metal House Cider (New York) Jonathan & Liberty | Raging Cider & Mead Company (California) Enjoy this detailed exploration highlights both the science and the art behind cider making, from orchard management to bottling and consumer satisfaction. Contact info for Ancestral Methods Panel Nicole LeGrand Liebon - @nicolegrandleibon - Vermont Yann Giles - @yanngilles.cidre - France Levi Danielson - RAW Cider - Oregon David Carr - Raging Cider and Mead Company - Southern California Mentions in this Cider Chat PA Cider Fest - June 15, 2024 Who's been cross promoting cider #xpromotecider Sidra Santiago artesanal sidreria - Craft cider. Heritage Chilean apples. In the heart of Santiago, Chile French Cider Tour 2024 is Sold Out
Find the latest Cider Dispatch from Highland County Virginia Cider Bon Vivant Reporter Al Sax provide a cider dispatch report from Monterey Virginia. This area of Virginia is known as Highland County and it is here that Big Fish Cider is located. One of the cool extras (beside cider) when visiting this region, is that it is a Dark Sky area. This means good star grazing due to the lack of night lights drowning out the night sky. Al interviews Big Fish Cider Maker and Owner Kirk Billingsley. Kirk was last on Cider Chat in Episode 124. That recording took place in 2018 at CiderCon the annual trade conference for the American Cider Association Ria with Big Fish pulled chilled from the stream Changes at Big Fish from 2018 -2024 400 apple trees planted Can order Big Fish online Tasting room open Friday -Sunday Contact for Big Fish Cider Co. Website: https://www.bigfishcider.com/about-us/ eMail: info@bigfishcider.com Telephone: (540) 468-2322 Address 59 Spruce Street, Monterey, VA 24465 Work with Cider Chat – Provide Cider Dispatches Too! If you enjoy sharing your love of cider and also have a knack for conversation? Why not share some of your local cider hot spots and interview a favored maker. Cider Chat is looking for 20-25 minute cider dispatches. No prior podcasting experience required. Check out the page “Work with Cider Chat“, fill out the form and get published on the world's #1 cider podcast as a Cider Reporter @ Cider Chat! Mentioned in this Cider Chat Hear from Cider Chat's newest patron Josh from Australia Who's been cross promoting cider #xpromotecider Abaliget Garden Projects – Cider, Perry and Fruit wines Megan Faschoway – Junction Orchard and Ciderhouse Rakkerpak Cider – Denmark Thy Cider – Denmark Big Fish Cider posted the Cider Chat info flyer in their tasting room √ Only one seat left on the French Cider Tour 2024 Work with Cider Chat – Record audio snap shots from your special spot in Ciderville @joshcreates Tom Oliver of Oliver's Cider and Perry Ltd audio clip! Thy Cider in Denmark Cross Promotes Cider Chat
Technical Tips for When Things Go Wrong with Cider Making This episode features two cider professionals and a cider industry consultant, which is exactly who you need a direct line to when your cider has problems. Hear from Megan Faschoway who at the time of this recording was Senior Cider Maker at Sea Cider, Kira Bassingthwaighte Head Cider Maker at Western Cider in Montana and Nick Gunn of BenchGraft a cider consultation service based in Salem Oregon. This talk took place in Portland Oregon at CiderCon, the annual cider conference hosted by the American Cider Association. The title of the talk was “What to do when things go wrong”. The focus was not on preventive measures, but as the title says – curative steps that one can take to try to mitigate a problem with a particular cider In this Cider Chat on Cider Problems Dealing with rotten egg smell from your cider Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is a negative off-aroma compound that can occur in cider and has a rotten egg smell. It's produced by the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae during cider fermentation. Filtering cider Using Reverse Osmosis (RO) Tasting Panels for feedback Dealing with a saturated cider maker's palate Saving samples from each batch to create a library for potential cider problems down the road Contact for Speakers on this Panel Kira Bassingthwaighte, Western Cider Hear Kira on Episode 295 Megan Faschoway Nick Gunn BenchGraft Hear Nick and Dave White of Whitewood Cider on Episode 004 Mentions in this Cider Chat French Cider Tour September 2024 Oliver's Cider and Perry Company – UK Cider in Herefordshire, Tom Oliver audio clip The Whose Who of #xpromotecider in this episode? Join the fun and download the info flyer on Cider Chat offerings at the Support Page! Post, share and social media and tag Cider Chat! Cider's XPromoters will be featured on an end of year episode! De Gerdenner Cider, Netherland Northwest Cider Association reposted Episode 410 with Olympic Bluffs Cider and Lavender Farm Ross on Wye Cider and Perry Company posted last week's Episode 410 Perry Panel Dragon' Head Cider Camra Cider and Perry American Cider Association – CiderCon
This is a special episode hosted in collaboration with the American Cider Association—a great way to bring you an episode with audio from an event dedicated to cider in the culinary space. While you will hear my voice now, this conversation is led by Leah Scafe of Stockpot Collective in Portland, Oregon. Leah worked with the Cider Association to host the roundtable discussion called “Orchard to Table” during the organization's annual CiderCon event in January 2024. With Stockpot Collective, Leah produces unique food and beverage events, and leads conversations that are specific to the needs and interests of food and beverage producers, which is what we'll enjoy in this recording of Orchard to Table, a celebration of Pacific Northwest cider and Portland's culinary community. Along with Leah, we'll hear from three Oregon-based, James Beard-nominated chefs and sommeliers on why they love pairing, cooking with, and celebrating cider: Brent Braun of Portland's OK Omens, a co-owner of that James Beard-nominated restaurant, a Food & Wine Magazine Sommelier of the Year, and co-founder of Post Familiar Wine. Katy Millard of Portland's Coquine, a chef and co-founder of the award-winning Coquine, a multi-year James Beard Award nominee and finalist, and StarChef Rising Star Award recipient. Nate Ready of Hood River's Hiyu Wine Farm, a James Beard Award semi-finalist, former Master Sommelier, farm owner, and alone with making wine at Hiyu, is cider maker for his Floreal line of brands.
Cider's Best Friend is Perry Enjoy this panel discussion “Pear Necessities: International Perry recorded at CiderCon 2024. The panel was moderated by drinks writer, Adam Wells of the UK. Sitting to his right was Tom Oliver of Olivers Cider and Perry Ltd (UK), Laura Cherry of Dragon's Head Cider (Washington State), Albert Johnson of Ross and Wye Cider and Perry Company (UK) and cider critic and blogger Natalia Wszelaki (Germany). (L to R) Tom Oliver (Oliver's Cider and Perry), Albert Johnson (Ross-on-Wye Cider), Laura Cherry (Dragon's Head Cider), Natalia Wszelaki (Cider Explorer), Adam Wells (Cider Review) Topics discussed during this Perry Panel Introduction of Perry Panel Speakers Overview of Perry in both Europe, the UK and America Tasting profiles of 4 Perry's Oliver's Cider and Perry Ltd. (UK) SHHH Ross on Wye Cider & Perry Company (UK) Thorn 2019 S.V. Perry Kertelreiter (Germany) Heiden 2021 Single Tree Perry Dragon's Head Cider (Washington State, US) Sparkling Perry Perry critique of servings via Natalia a.k.a Cider Explorer Shared a bit of history of perry in Austria, Switzerland and Germany Pear Cider vs Perry – are they interchangeable New Perry Book (May 2024) Perry: A Drinker's Guide, author Adam Wells of Cider Review Mentions in this Cider Chat French Cider Tour September 2024 Oliver's Cider and Perry Company – UK Cider in Herefordshire, Tom Oliver audio clip The Whose Who of #xpromotecider in this episode? Join the fun and download the info flyer on Cider Chat offerings at the support page! Post, share and social media and tag Cider Chat! Cider's XPromoters will be featured on an end of year episode! Spacetime Mead & Cider Works, Dunmore, PA The London Cider House Rakkerpak Cider, Denmark @snoopylovescider – referred to a Cider Chat episode with Stormalong Cider. There are currently two episodes with this Massachusetts based maker Episode 036 (Season 1) and 236 Scrub a Dub Valves and Vessels which is part of the Season 5 Cider Making series. American Cider Association – CiderCon
Points of discussion:1. Our wonderful travel experience headed out to CiderCon. 2. Hard Cider segment overview3. There are several multi-regional cideries that would land in the top 50 breweries by production volume 4. All eyes on Angry Orchard (and Boston Beer's quizzical lack of investment in the brand)5. Defining Hard Cider 6. Should your brewery launch a Hard Cider? 7. Brand Architecture & Fourth Category beverages we're seeing in cider8. How far away from apples can you get and still claim to be a cider?9. Parallels between beer and hard cider10. NA cider's are an interesting positioning challenge 11. Exploring cider's halo effect (an inherent naturalness that comes from being tied to agriculture)12. Gluten free as a secondary benefit -Learn more at: www.craftbeerrebranded.com / http://www.beyondbeerbook.com-Have a topic or question you'd like us to field on the show? Shoot it our way: hello@cododesign.com-Join 5,500+ food and bev industry pros who are subscribed to the Beer Branding Trends Newsletter (and access all past issues) at: www.beerbrandingtrends.com
Meet one half of the family team at Botanist and Barrel Botanist and Barrel is a family owned and operated cidery. Kether Smith and brother Lyndon and their respective spouses Derick McGuffey and Amie Fields make the magic happen at this eclectic cidery. They began selling cider commercially in 2017 and they all enjoy making cider. Lyndon Smith and Amie Fields There are two tasting rooms. Production happens at the Cedar Grove Location and in Asheville you can visit the Botanist and Barrel Tasting Room. In this Cider Chat Lyndon and Amie were interviewed while attending CiderCon 2024 in Portland Oregon. They provide tips on how to approach their products when visiting the tasting room. Try a flight. There are four flight options. Sour and Spice Flight Barrel aged Any thing goes Hybrids and co-ferments The ciders and co-ferments of Botanist and Barrel Tips for working with family members Visiting the tasting rooms Contact and Visit Botanist and Barrel Ashville Tasting Room Website: https://www.botanistandbarrelasheville.com/ Address: 32 Broadway Street, Ste 110, Ashville North Carolina Telephone: (828) 338-9516 Cedar Grove Tasting Room Website: https://www.botanistandbarrelasheville.com/ Address: 105 Persimmon Hill Lane, Cedar Grove, NC 27231 Mentions in this Cider Chat New York International Cider Competition 2024 French Cider Tour 2024 Episode 288 Space Time Mead and Cider Works | Pennsylvania @degerdenner in the Netherlands Cider Summit go to CiderChat.com to find over 400 episode with from makers around the world
Albert and Adam, ably assisted by stand-in producer Norman, catch up about their recent trip to Portland, Oregon, to fulfil a long-held dream of attending CiderCon and speaking on a panel. What did they learn, what did they taste, what were their highlights and can Norman resist thrashing the tug of war toy about for 15 minutes? Only one way to find out. Albert makes cider @RossCider Adam writes about it mainly @Cider_Review Get in touch via Twitter or instagram Or email us - albert@cidervoice.com
The Brewbound team reconvenes after a week of West Coast travels to discuss the latest bev-alc industry news. Zoe reports back on the themes coming out of this year's CiderCon in icy Portland, Oregon, and then she and Jess share takeaways from the Beer Industry Summit in San Diego resort city Coronado. Justin joins the duo to break down the big news of the last week, including a craft-on-craft deal in New England, a private equity firm selling part of its stake in Mikkeller, a CEO change at Sapporo-Stone Brewing, another Heineken exec joining Lagunitas' c-suite and an update on the bidding for Anchor, including a Fritz Maytag sighting. Plus, the team plays Another Round or Tabbing Out on the return of the Coors Light train for the Super Bowl and a comparison of ready-to-drink offerings to craft beer.
Pre-conference PDX Audio Clips This Cider Chat Live features clips from CiderCon 2024 which took place in Portland, Oregon. What was particularly unique about this year was the ice storm that took place. Pictured below is a car driven from the border of Oregon and California to PDX. It is incased in ice and is a testament of just how ferocious the storm was. Despite the ice, the cider kept pouring. Enjoy this Cider Chat Live Ander's car and its Ice Cap when he arrived at the main hotel
When I tell people that I'm really into beer, a quarter of the time someone mentions cider despite the two being vastly different. These interactions have always left me feeling helpless because I lacked the knowledge to educate them about the differences, and I certainly couldn't guide them to a beer style that would be similar to cider. The extent of my cider knowledge was extremely limited—until I read fellow GBH contributor and podcast host Beth Demmon's book “The Beer Lover's Guide to Cider.” In fact, she addresses this common mixup in the first line of her book “Cider is not beer.” Cider is more like wine than beer because it's created from fruit whereas beer is a combination of malt, hops, and yeast. Despite their differences, Beth is able to draw a connection between beer and cider to show us how vast the world of cider really is, encouraging us to look beyond what we might find in our local grocery store. Much like many of us had to do in the early days of craft beer when shelves were stocked with domestic Lager and other mass-produced beers. In our conversation, we talk about Beth's inspiration for the book, which includes a trip to CiderCon, an annual conference organized by the American Cider Association. Beth also shares how she approached writing the book and how she was able to lean on her community for help. But what I love most about our conversation is how she draws parallels between those initial days of craft beer and the current state of cider here in the United States. For those of us who have explored all corners of craft beer, cider offers a new landscape of flavors, producers, and techniques to dive into, so let's jump right in.
It's a new year and things are already shaking up in the beer world, first with Asahi's entry into brewing in the United States, plus Coca-Cola subsidiary Red Tree's big plans for 2024. Looking outside of beer, Kate and I preview what Sightlines has planned for CiderCon, the annual cider industry conference kicking off January 16, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. Keep listening for all that and more, right here on The Gist.
Bookmark this episode for loads of Portland Oregon a.k.a. PDX Tips Oregon Cider Week and CiderCon 2024 are all converging in PDX and this episodes has all the tips you need arrive and hit the ground running. Portland resident Sean Connolly, who is also known as Cider Experience on Instragram and Facebook has delivered big time with tons of tips and insider knowlege to help everyone feel like a local. Sean Connolly In this Cider Chat on PDX Tips Temperature Highs 47 degrees 50/50 chance of rain or sunny Bring layers What to wear Jeans and plaids work Casual dress code and functional PDX Tips to look like a local: Loose the umbrella and let your hair get wet! When using an umbrella, it is obvious you are from out of town! Transportation Airport (PDX) to CiderCon – The Met Red line is not in service beginning January 14th. Service will be still provided via shuttle buses which will take a bit longer than the 30 minute ride. It is still a great deal at $2.80 go to Trimet.org for more info Driving: Download Car Parking App: Parking Kitty Bicycles for Rent in PDX Nike Launch a travel by bike – https://biketownpdx.com/ There are lots of bike lanes Spring Water Corridor runs the length of the Willamette River approximately 7-8 miles Need Tech help or supplies? The Lloyd Center is close by and in old town Portland there is a full service Apple Stor PDX Tips for purchases: There is no Sales Taxes in Oregon Restaurants near CiderCon Red Robin Spanish Tapas Noble Rot – beautiful views of the city Big Pink – City Grill on 33rd floor with great views Sizzle Side Pizza Spirit of 77 Seas recommends for good pub faire Grocery stores by Hyatt Safeway approximately 3/4 mile Trader Joes about 4 miles away in the Hollywood district Karaoke Ambassador PDX Bar and Lounge Alibi PDX The Baby Ketten Club PDX Tips: The city is Food Trucks heaven – Look for “Food Cart Pods” via Travel Portland ‘s online food cart finder Cider Cider Locations closest to Hyatt and Oregon Convention Center Schilling Cider House – a wide range of taps approx 1 Mile from the Hyatt Spirit of 777 Tap take over Pizza Thief – the tap Lil Spirits – a block and half from Convention Center – tap takeovers – 437 NE Lloyd Blvd Portland, OR 97232 The Place PDX – A cider bar will be hosting multiple cider events In Pearl District on west side of river Cider Bite – splits taps between sweet and dry Portland Cider Company – 35 taps Locations in Oregon City and Beavertown Swift Cider is located in the north side of town Bring Cider or Beer Home The Place PDX – buy bottles to go John's Marketplace big collection of both cider and beer – 3560 SE Powell Blvd -Portland, OR McMenamins has a large selections New Seasons Market Pick up cider and beer at the Portland International Airport Look for Made in Oregon Store in airport Sean's PDX Tips for Fun in Portland Walk by the River Forest Park: The largest urban park in the country Mount Tabor Park Hopscotch – light and music theme area, high sensory experience (take an hour to enjoy) Dance: McMenamims at Lola's Room Relax and Soak at McMenamims Soaking Pool or Common Ground Wellness Center PDX Tips for Cannabis: Oregon Legalized Cannabis in 2015. There are 5 dispensaries around the hotel conference center. Look up: WhatsLegalOregon.com Mentions in this Cider Chat CiderCon 2024 January 15-19th, 2024 Portland Oregon Artisans by Cider Summit| Portland, Oregon January 20, 2024 Oregon Cider Week January 13-20th, 2024 Totally Cider Tours – France – listen to past episodes and get on the wait list for the 2024 tour!
In this episode we go up in the world as we're privileged to talk to Michelle McGrath, CEO of the American Cider Association. We talk about her 8 year tenure and how the American cider industry has changed in that time, then get into apples, approaches and, most of all, the inspirational and epic annual event that is CiderCon – which Albert and Adam are both attending and speaking at for the first time this year. A massively informative and revelatory conversation we were super grateful to Michelle for joining us in. Michelle is the CEO @McGeePDX Albert makes cider @RossCider Adam writes about it mainly @Cider_Review Justin just sort of hangs out at @justinwells1346
It's time to make your Cider Notes for 2024 The list of cider notes can be quiet long, but in this episode we are going to make it doable and easy for you. In this Cider Chat on Cider Notes The Talking Pommes encourage Ria to slow down Sign up for the last cider tour heading out at CiderCon 2024 French Cider Tour reservations Wassails January 5th at the Botanist and Barrel, Cedar Grove North Carolina January 28th Berkshire Cider Project at the Tourist in North Adams Massachusetts Learn about Wassailing in Episode 393 Past Cider Making Episodes 381 DIY Cider Making for Beginners 382 Beginner Tips for Squeaky Clean Cider Equipment 384 Beginner Cider Making Tips forPrimary Fermentation 386: Managing Cider's Secondary Fermentation – DIY Tips Equipment needed for Cider's Secondary Ferment Find a complete list with links to purchase at the Cider Making Equipment page at ciderchat.com Extra Apple Juice to for topping off Secondary Fermenter – glass carboy of equal size Airlock and Bung Racking Cane or Auto-Siphon Sanitizer Hydrometer or Refractometer Tubing & a clothes pin ( a Ria tip to have on hand for clamping tubing as you go so it can be managed to insure that the tube doesn't slip down into the lees and stir them up) Bottle Brush and Cleaning Equipment Mentions in this Cider Chat 363: Exploring Cider Using 33 Books Flavor Wheel Sean Connolly Cider Experience Subscribe to Cider Chat YouTube Channel
Author Daniel J. Bussey's "The Illustrated History to Apples in the United States and Canada" The Illustrated History of Apples in the United States and Canada is a seven-volume set of books that documents the history of apples in North America written by Daniel J. Bussey. The book was edited by Kent Whealy and published in 2016 by JAK KAW Press LLC. Daniel J. Bussey The set covers over 16,000 apple varieties, including nearly 10,000 synonyms and 1,400 watercolor paintings. Each volume is between 500 and 600 pages long and weighs 32 pounds (14.515 kg). In 2018 this compendium received the Literary Award by the Council of Botanical and Horticultural libraries. Dan was inspired by Fred Lape's book Apples and Man. Another key literature source was John Ashton Warner's American Pomology (1867). The bibliography with line drawings of apples resulted in developing links with a network of book dealers and a rather exhaustive delving into historic documents, that predated the internet, right across the USA in the archives of fruit and horticulture societies. In this Chat with Dan Bussey Dan's journey to apples What propelled Bussey to write this book? How he gathered the info for researching this topic What readers can expect to find in the book How to use the book Why the synonyms are important in this series. How many apples in the book – how many apples known today (worldwide) Favorite stories from writing the book Favorite apples? Contact Daniel J. Bussey Go to the contact page for JAK KAW Press https://www.jakkawpress.com/order Mention in this Cider Chat New England Botanical Orchard at Tower Hill – Massachusetts CiderCon 2024 January 15-19th, 2024 Portland Oregon Artisans by Cider Summit| Portland, Oregon January 20, 2024 Oregon Cider Week January 13-20, 2024 Totally Cider Tours – France – listen to past episodes and get on the wait list for the 2024 tour! https://ciderchat.com/podcast/338french1/ https://ciderchat.com/podcast/339bustour2/
Catching up with Michelle McGrath CEO of the ACA CiderCon 2024 takes place in Portland, Oregon, making it the perfect time to chat with the American Cider Association's CEO Michelle McGrath. The Northwest Cider Association is also involved helping with the cider tours on Monday and Tuesday and Oregon Cider Week! Who is Michelle McGrath? Why did your job title change from Ex Dir to CEO? The latter, is a typical of a for-profit organization title. Was this new title part of signifying a greater change for the ACA moving forward? What are the key services that the American Cider Association is providing to its membership? Who can join the American Cider Association? CEO Michelle's must attend (do not miss) recommendation for CiderCon 2024 CiderCon 2024 What is CiderCon? How do the host cities get chosen? This year it returns to Portland Oregon, for the first time since 2016. What can attendees expect with this site (physical overview) what is different from the downtown location in 2016. Planning Tips for getting the most out of CiderCon (or why should a business send themselves or their staff). Pre conference cider tours: Why arrive early and sign up for a cider tour? First Timers, Networking & Traveling alone to CiderCon – “how to stay in the loop” Learning Tracks at CiderCon Doing Business Better Making Amazing Cider Selling More Cider Growing bountiful Apples Exploring Cider's Flavor & Terroir International Guest at CiderCon There are a number of speakers from Sweden and Norway attending CiderCon 2024. Is this in keeping with highlighting a specific country or region as in past? Will there be any specific tasting sessions from the Nordic countries? CiderCon has become the largest conference in the world for the cider industry and this year it appears to spotlight more international speakers than ever before, from both Scandinavia and the UK. How do you recommend members or attendees who are focused on their US market to interpret the state of cider in America, if the pool of speakers is dominated by international guests. Is there a final closing toast that attendees can participate in, the Friday before heading home? Contact info for American Cider Association and CEO Website: https://ciderassociation.org/ CiderCon 2024 January 16th-19th, 2024 in Portland, Oregon CiderCon 2024 cider tours! go to https://ciderassociation.org/cidercon2024/2024-tours/ Oregon Cider Week January 13-21, 2024
Are you ready for a refreshing exploration into the world of American cider? Listen in as Michelle McGrath, CEO of the American Cider Association joins the show for a tantalizing discussion about the diversity and intricacies of the American cider industry.
The process where fresh pressed apple juice is transformed into a delightful alcoholic beverage (cider) happens during primary fermentation. Before we get into the steps here is a list of Equipment and Ingredients you will need for this stage of cidermaking. Fresh apple juice or cider (unpreserved) Yeast (wine or cider yeast recommended) Fermentation vessel (carboy or food-grade bucket) Airlock Sanitizer Racking cane or siphon Note book for writing down recipes and more Optional: metabisulfite (or campden tablets), pH test strips or pH meter, Yeast nutrient, pectic enzyme Some of the links on this page are affiliate links. Support Cider Chat at no extra cost to you! Simply click on this link to make your Amazon purchase, and Cider Chat will receive a small commission. Thank you for your support! Sanitization: Cleanliness is key! Ensure all your equipment is thoroughly sanitized to prevent any unwanted bacteria from spoiling your batch. Listen to Episode 382: Beginner Tips for Squeaky Clean Cider Equipment Got Juice? You can press you own apples or buy juice from a cider mill. Either way the the apple varieties you choose will significantly impact your cider's flavor. Listen to Episode 381: DIY Cider Making for Beginners Steps for Primary Fermentation Step 1: Start taking notes on your apple blend, make of list of the varieties, and all the steps below. Step 2: Testing and Adjusting: Measure the specific gravity of your juice using a hydrometer. This step is crucial as it allows you to calculate the potential alcohol content. A standard, fresh apple juice blend, without any additional sugars, usually has a specific gravity in the range of 1.045 to 1.055. This range can vary based on the apple varieties and ripeness, but for our example today, let's work with an Original Gravity (OG) of 1.050. Calculating Potential Alcohol By Volume (ABV) Use this simple formula to estimate the potential ABV (Alcohol by Volume). The formula is: Potential ABV=(OG−FG)×131.25 Where FG is the Final Gravity, which for a completely fermented cider, typically falls around 1.000 to 1.010. For our example, let's assume that all the sugars are fermented, giving us a FG of 1.000. Potential ABV=(1.050−1.000)×131.25 = 6.56% With an original specific gravity of 1.050 and complete fermentation, you can expect your cider to have an alcohol content of around 6.5%. Remember, these numbers are estimates, and the actual ABV can vary based on several factors including the specific yeast strain used, fermentation temperature, and the specific blend of apples. Always use a hydrometer to get the most accurate readings throughout your cider making process Step 3: Check the ph of your apple blend Step 4: Add metabisulfite if using a cultured yeast. (Skip this step if your are fermenting with a wild yeast.) Wait 24 hours after adding metabisulfite before moving to Step 5 Step 5: (optional) Add Pectic Enzyme: This can help break down pectin in the juice, resulting in clearer cider. Add Yeast Nutrient: This provides additional nutrients to help the yeast thrive. Step 6: Pitch the Yeast Step 7: Airlock. Add water to airlock, put into bung hole and let primary fermentation begin! Duration of Primary Fermentation When using a cultured yeast, the primary ferment begins within 24 hours and typically last 1-2 weeks. When fermenting with wild yeast, the primary ferment may take longer and also last longer. The actual ferment may also appear less vigorous. Mentions in this Chat Mentions in this Chat Register now for CiderCon 2024 in Portland Oregon with pre-conference cider tours taking place on January 16, 2024. CiderCon kicks off officially on Wednesday January 17th. Tasting Seminars, Workshops and Keynote speakers for 3 straight days (January 17 -19, 2024) Follow Marcel at de Gerdeneer on Instagram @degerdeneer
Beer writer Beth Demmon has written a book called The Beer Lover's Guide to Cider: American Ciders for Craft Beer Fans to Explore, published on September 12 by Mango Publishing. The book explores the potentially overwhelming variety of the modern cider scene through the lens of beer, relating cider varieties to major flavor groupings from craft beer. The format Beth chose for her guide allows readers to approach cider on their own terms, using familiar flavor references. Cider has been brewed and enjoyed here in the U.S. for centuries, and there were points in the country's history when cider was the preeminent beverage for the young nation. By the end of the twentieth century, however, cider has long since given way to beer, wine, and spirits. Like many other artisan food and beverage industries however, cider is experiencing a resurgence in popularity, and Beth is excited about where it's heading.While reading The Beer Lover's Guide to Cider, I was struck by the familiar observations made about cider as someone who came to that industry from beer—many of them echoed my own experiences exploring craft chocolate as a beer writer. In the following interview, Beth and I discuss her book, what cider and beer can learn from each other, and what it's been like for both of us to explore other artisan industries parallel to our first love, beer. Listen in as we talk with author Beth Demmon.Click the links to learn more about the American Cider Association and CiderCon.Subscribe to Beth's excellent newsletter Prohibitchin' here.Click to order the Pairing Beer & Chocolate zine and Final Gravity Issue 02, or to purchase tickets to the Virtual Belgian Strong Ale Tasting. Follow Bean to Barstool on social media!InstagramTwitterFacebookPinterestTikTokSign up for host David Nilsen's newsletter to get regular updates!
Cider and Spontaneous Fermentation The wild "ambient" yeast found on apples, in the air, on cider presses can all contribute to a spontaneous fermentation within the cider must, which is the juice that has been freshly pressed from a fruit such as apples or grapes and is fermenting. In this episode we hear from Hugues Guichard, who works at the Institut Français des Productions Cidricoles a research institute focusing on cider based in Normandy, France. Hugues presented this lecture at CiderCon 2023, which is hosted by the American Cider Association. Hugues Guichard at CiderCon 2023 Allowing a cider to go through a full spontaneous fermentation successfully is a growing trend within the industry as consumer continue to seek "natural" ciders. Hugues provides a complete overview of the French cider industry and the science behind spontaneous ferments. Subscribe to the Cider Chat YouTube Channel to be notified when the audio of this lecture synced with the power point slide show goes live to the public. Become a Patreon and view video now In this lecture Part I: French Cider Industry and IFPC Part II: French Cider ProcessingCider Apples and Harvest Possible contamination by spoiling microorganisms Clarification Fermentation Maturation Bottling Conclusion Yeast mentioned in this presentation Hanseniaspora is a genus of yeasts, when there is no sulphites in the must Mechnikowia pulcherrima (Mp) On apple and in must (often high population) no development in anaerobioses Hanseniaspora valbyensys (Hv) - apiculate yeast On apple and in must, growth in must 1 to 2 weeks then decreases Sensibility to SO2 Saccharomyces uvarum (Su): fermentative yeast Bacterias and yeasts in ciders that can create off flavors Acetic acid bacteria (Acetobacter). Often described at Volatile Acidity (VA) which lends a vinegary taste to the cider Zymomonas mobilis (bacteria). off flavors such as rotten banana, vegetal aromas. There may be a haze formation, high pressure in bottles, and excessive foaming Secundilactobacillus collinoïdes - lactic acid spoilage Brettanomyces anomala - Volatile phenol Begin with cidermaking best practices As expected best practices for all fermentation including a spontaneous fermentation require Clean Fruit Hygiene in the cidery Temperature control Contact for Hugues Guichard email: mailto:hugues.guichard@ifpc.eu Mentions in this Chat New York Apple Camp July 28th-30th, 2023 Nordic International Cider Competition - Deadline for sending entries August 7th, The NICA competition takes place on September 6-9, in Riga, Latvia
Not only is the cider acclaimed, so too is the Maker Tom Oliver is just as acclaimed as his cider which makes Oliver's Cider and Perry Co. a global hit on two fronts. He is affable, engaging and knows his way around social media likely due to his work with the Scottish Rock Rock Band, The Proclaimers. Cidermakers are not well known for reposting news stories about themselves and their product, but Tom is a master of this one simple act that keeps Oliver's in the news and endears him to media. That singular step alone is just one of many giveaways that Tom provides to the slow moving cider industry. This topic is key for makers looking to up level their online presence, but it was not the topic of conversation in this episode. Instead Ria and Tom caught up after the world shut down for the past 2 plus years at CiderCon 2023 held in Chicago. In this chat How minimal intervention is key for Oliver's Cider and Perry What is Farmhouse cider Spontaneously fermented - wild yeast Tannic cider and Perry Pears At Oliver's there is no measuring of sugar or fiddling with the cider. In fact, Tom can be heard in most interviews saying "Don't fiddle with cider." What's new for this acclaimed makers and cidery? More c0-ferments and collaborations! Bâtonnage This is a technique used by winemakers, where the lees (yeast cells) are stirred into solution. Nano proteins are the biggest benefit of Bâtonnage They release into the cider providing a perception of sweetness and body with out the sugar Need at least 9 months to a year to get the nano proteins There are short term benefits. Yeast produces less carbon dioxide and bubbles. They slow down after the first primary ferment. Fermentation may have stopped but there is still sugar left. Lees absorb off aromas, except for H2S rotting egg smell. Bâtonnage helps to maintain a reductive state. Full reduction - rotting smell is a type of reduction. Which helps protect the cider from oxidization and protect the flavor components. Find out more about Bâtonnage by going to Episode 233: Ask Ryan Quarantine Quad Series where Ryan Monkman of Fieldbird Cider in Prince Edward County Canada provides an in depth overview of Bâtonnage and Maderisation (where the barrels are cooked). Contact info for Oliver's Cider and Perry Company Website: https://www.oliversciderandperry.co.uk/ Mentions in this chat Send your questions to info@ciderchat.com about fermentation and yeast for an upcoming Q&A with Fermentis - Yeast and Fermentation Solutions for Cidermakers Subscribe to eCiderNews
Is Cider Truly Indescribable? There isn't one definitive language or lexicon for cider, which adds to its indescribable mystique. The ongoing debate around what cider is or isn't or should be doesn't help. It certainly feels like a present day problem defining cider, but is it? Or has this debate been going on for years? To help us get to the root of this indescribable dilemma, we are featuring "A Systematic Approach to Tasting Cider" as presented by Richie Brady at CiderCon 2023, an annual trade conference hosted by the American Cider Association. This is Richie's second appearance on Cider Chat. We first heard about his research on the lexicon of cider in Episode 286: A Living Language of Cider. Richie provides a road map, complete with historical references and present day trends that helps us sort through this indescribable mess! Richie Brady presenting at CiderCon 2023 In this indescribable Chat Richie Brady's background Difficulties in describing taste: Language Proposed Systematic Approach to Tasting Cider Considering Cider's Lexicon Mentions in this Chat @Sabatinis_Bottleshop - has a tasting room and served Domain Dupont Pommeau April 28th Kickoff Party - EsoTerra Ciderworks Fermentis - Yeast and Fermentation Solutions for Cidermakers Subscribe to eCiderNews Haven't downloaded this episode yet? Here it is again for your listening pleasure.
Is Sulfur dioxide (SO2) a natural part of Fermentation? In this episode pre-recorded at CiderCon 2023, you'll get to hear from cider makers who will share their knowledge and expertise on the topic of sulfur dioxide cider. Plus, you'll learn about the safety and health implications of adding SO2, as well as the legal limits for different markets. In this episode: 1. What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of using sulfur dioxide (SO2) in the cidermaking both in the US and the UK. 2. How has the ban of BPA in California impacted the cider industry and what have can manufacturers done to adjust? 3. What strategies can winemakers and cider makers use to ensure their products are properly protected against oxidation and microbial spoilage? 4. Makers conclusion on whether SO2 is necessary for making cider. SO2 Panelists and Contact info (l to r) Tim Godfrey, Dave Takush, Teagan Bium, Tom Oliver Moderator Tim Godfrey is the head of Godfrey Beverage Solutions Dave Takish is the head cider maker and co-owner of Oregon's 2 Towns Cider House Tegan Bium is the cider maker at Virginia's Lost Boy Cider Tom Oliver owner and cider maker at Oliver's Cider and Perry Company | Herefordshire, England's Mentions in this Chat Fermentis - Yeast and Fermentation Solutions for Cidermakers. Carbonic Maceration for making cider - Revel Cider - Canada Subscribe to eCiderNews Help Support Cider Chat Please donate today. Help keep the chat thriving! Find this episode and all episodes at the page for Cider Chat's podcasts. Follow on Cider Chat's blog, social media and podcast Twitter@ciderchat Instagram:@ciderchatciderville Cider Chat FaceBook Page Cider Chat YouTube
Everything in the taproom should be adjustable This Taproom Tips workshop was presented at CiderCon 2023 by Katie Black and Megan MacLean and it is packed with info! In this episode A four prong approach to brand identity How to respond to taproom reviews 3 key factors when building culture for a taproom Hiring tips and training tips The timeline of a tasting room Recruiting systems and training Interview tips from Meghan Integrating future growth in your design Draft systems The "secret" dishwasher Polishing your glassware - do you have space? Cider cocktails set up The flow behind the bar design Bathrooms design In house residencies - food trucks vendors Bar Bible and what it should have Who is Katie Black? Katie entered the CiderCon® world in 2021 as of the first Kulture scholarship recipients. Her endless love for fermentation & product development peaked her curiosity on fruited ferments. She calls the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountain town of Asheville, North Carolina home. Here, she also graduated from the Craft Beverage Institute of the Southeast with a Brewing, Distillation, & Fermentation degree. Consulting has been part of the last 6 years for Katie in various realms of business, with a primary focus in the food & beverage world. The majority of her experience started within the brewing industry; from business openings, management, & even working her way into the cellar. This landed her with reopening & rebranding the original taproom at Artifact Cider Project. Before that, you could find her working for DSSOLVR brewing and spending sunrises harvesting in the mountains. She currently is working as an assistant distiller at the notable amaro distillery, Eda Rhyne. Contact for Katie Black bevswithkb@gmail.com Instagram @bevswithkb Who is Megan MacLean? Megan MacLean is a hospitality operations consultant with 14 years of experience in restaurants and taprooms. She specializes in private events, recruiting, training programs, people management, and operational system design. Most recently, Megan served as the hospitality director for Artifact Cider Project. She has since launched a solo consulting business, aimed at improving the industry she has come to know and love. Megan lives in Boston and travels extensively, working with clients all over the country. Contact for Megan MacLean Megan@mfmhospitality.com @m_f_mac on Instagram Mentions in this Chat Grafting Workshop at Brook Farm Orchard, Ashfield Massachusetts April 15, 2023 1-3 pm contact Alan Suprenant alansurprenant@gmail.com Canuck Cider Cup - entries in by April 21, 2023 Revolution will not be Pasteurized - Ross on Wye Cider and Perry Co. 2023 keg tour Follow Ross Cider on Facebook @rosscider on Instagram Fermentis - Yeast and Fermentation Solutions for Cidermakers. Subscribe to eCiderNews Help Support Cider ChatPlease donate today. Help keep the chat thriving! Find this episode and all episodes at the page for Cider Chat's podcasts. Follow on Cider Chat's blog, social media and podcast Twitter@ciderchat Instagram:@ciderchatciderville Cider Chat FaceBook Page Cider Chat YouTube
Newtown Pippin, Northern Spy and Esopus Spitzenberg apples and cider in New York A pre-recorded seminar from CiderCon 2023 with 3 influential panelist based in New York. [caption id="attachment_8097" align="aligncenter" width="200"] (l to r) Greg, Elizabeth, Ian, Ria[/caption] Hear from: Elizabeth Ryan a Hudson Valley resident and owner of six historic farms, three of which are orchards. Gregory Peck PhD is a renowned pomologist and professor at Cornell University. Ian Merwin PhD is a lifetime farmer and cider maker who has been growing apples and making cider since 1985. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. The historic proliferation of apple varieties in North America and the influence of indigenous communities on the Hudson Valley's apple industry. 2. The remarkable trade of Newtown Pippins from the Hudson Valley in the 18th and 19th centuries, and the wealth it brought to the region. 3. The revival of historic apple varieties in the Hudson Valley, such as Esopus Spitzenburg, Jonathan, and Northern Spy, and the unique characteristics of each. Time Stamps to zone into this episode [00:11:59] Feature presentation on The History, Pomage and Terroir of New York's Ciders featuring 3 premier apples: Newtown Pippin Northern Spy Esopus Spitzenberg Mentions in this Chat Fermentis - Yeast and Fermentation Solutions for Cidermakers. Bottles on My Desk - a live Stream with Cider Chat Producer and Emcee Ria Windcaller. Subscribe to be notified when the next "Bottles on My Desk" goes live at the Cider Chat YouTube Channel Subscribe to eCiderNews Help Support Cider ChatPlease donate today. Help keep the chat thriving! Find this episode and all episodes at the page for Cider Chat's podcasts. Follow on Cider Chat's blog, social media and podcast Twitter@ciderchat Instagram:@ciderchatciderville Cider Chat FaceBook Page Cider Chat YouTube
Daniel Buitrago, Brandon Fifield & Jack Lau follow the road to Egypt Mountian with Archery hunter David Brophy for a hunt of a lifetime. Brandon's a Scotch guy now, Mammoth feet, Musk ox fur socks are spendy, Buffalo wool wear, Intro, we need electric skis, Cidercon, Chicago Athletic Club, Props to Fiori di Italia, Bjorn Stitchko, Having kids at different stages, young codger, being a nurse with Life Med and how it works, who comes when you hit that SOS?, first aide kit must haves, medical training you should have, becoming a rafter, black bear story on the 20 mile river, fireweed raft and close trips to learn, recon before the hunt, Rhon lake cabin, Egypt mountain, where are the Bison in the Farewell area, eats on the hunt, wearing dry suits for safety, shelters and how nice is a stove on a float hunt, video of bison frolicking, the stalk, kill shot video, fixed blade talk, alaskans always help, Nikoli folks are great, bucket list hunts still on the list, thanks Visit our website www.alaskawildproject.com Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alaskawildproject/ Subscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbYEEV6swi2yZWWuFop73LQ Support on PATREON www.patreon.com/alaskawildproject
Meet the Storie and Erik of Press Then Press Storie Madrid first connected with Ria at Cider Chat via Twitter. In this niche market it is easy to get close to people of similar interests and passions. Storie has recently found out that she was gluten intolerant and was jumping down into the cider rabbit hole! Husband Erik was a craft beer fan who didn't need much convincing to get on the cider bus and join the fun. In 2018 Storie accompanied Ria on the first ever Totally Cider Tour to Normandy, France. In 2019, she and Erik went on the Monterey Cider Tour in California. They were on a mission to open a brick and mortar cider shop in Seattle. And now they are the proud owners of the online Cider Retail Store: Press Then Press! At the CiderCon 2023, they were recognized by the American Cider Association as Cider Retailer of the Year! The Silver Lining of Online Sales Chris who founded the company a few years back approached the Madrids and struck a deal. The enterprising couple along with Storie's sister Ashley (who is a chef by trade) were able to hit the ground running and work through the pandemic offering select cider options. 400+ delicious ciders delivered to your doorstep! Press Then Press offers ciders from the Pacific Northwest, which includes British Columbia (Canada) - the rest of the US and abroad. There is a wide assortment of offerings and as such they are able to take online purchases of ciders one step further. Ask and you shall receive! Want to do a tasting from a wide range of makers - The Madrids and Sister Ashley can set you up with a mix box, or a vertical tasting of one particular style. Their aim is to please your palate, so don't be shy about asking for a certain mix up of ciders. They can deliver your request with a smile! Support for Seattle's City Fruit Erik is on the Board of Directors of City Fruit a non profit that helps manage urban orchard in public parks and private homeowners. They collect upwards to 50,000 pounds of fresh fruit from the region. A % of Press Then Press's proceeds go to City Fruit. Via the non profit, no fruit is wasted, especially apples and pears that are too bitter to be eaten. Those select pomes get sold to local makers to ferment making it a win/win for all. There is even an annual party and the two business share warehouse space making Press Then Press smell like a full on cider house in the fall. Contact for Press Then Press Website: https://www.pressthenpress.com/ Mentions in this Chat Fermentis - Yeast and Fermentation Solutions for Cidermakers. Bottles on My Desk - a live Stream with Cider Chat Producer and Emcee Ria Windcaller. Subscribe to be notified when the next "Bottles on My Desk" goes live at the Cider Chat YouTube Channel Subscribe to eCiderNews Help Support Cider ChatPlease donate today. Help keep the chat thriving! Find this episode and all episodes at the page for Cider Chat's podcasts. Follow on Cider Chat's blog, social media and podcast Twitter@ciderchat Instagram:@ciderchatciderville Cider Chat FaceBook Page Cider Chat YouTube
Welcome to the Chicago Beer Pass: Your ticket to all the great beer events happening in and around Chicago.On this episode of Chicago Beer Pass, Brad Chmielewski and Nik White open cans of Eiderdown, a pillowy-soft Hazy IPA from Alarmist Brewing. As the guys knock back this soft hazy boi they talk about trips to Energy City Brewing, Study Shelter, Metropolitan and Nik's adventure to Navy Pier for CiderCon. The guys also talk about the possibility that the Chicago Guinness location is finally opening just in time for St. Patrick’s Day!Having issues listening to the audio? Try the MP3 (59.4 MB) or subscribe to the podcast on iTunes!
Chicago Cider Week, Cider Tours, Interviews, Awards and Cider Summit The week of January 30th - February 4th was packed with cider related events all based in Chicago. CiderCon, the annual conference hosted by the American Cider Association kicked off on Tuesday the 31st with Cider Tours. In this chat Ria took two tours: the Bronzeville Tour in the morning and the Historic Tavern Tour in the afternoon. On Wednesday the 1st of February workshops began and Ria interviewed upcoming guests on Cider Chat! Later that same day the Cider Share is held, which is a time for commercial makers to taste a bevy of ciders from fellow makers. Ria is the Producer and Host of Cider Chat Mentions in this Chat Contact for Liz Garibray - Bespoke Experiences Press then Press - an online retailer specializing in cider New York International Cider Competition February 19, 2023- use promo code: Chat23 for $10 off your entry submission. Bottles on My Desk - a live Stream with Cider Chat Producer and Emcee Ria Windcaller. Subscribe to be notified when the next "Bottles on My Desk" goes live at the Cider Chat YouTube Channel Subscribe to eCiderNews Help Support Cider ChatPlease donate today. Help keep the chat thriving! Find this episode and all episodes at the page for Cider Chat's podcasts. Follow on Cider Chat's blog, social media and podcast Twitter@ciderchat Instagram:@ciderchatciderville Cider Chat FaceBook Page Cider Chat YouTube
As Dry January wraps up, how do non-alcoholic beer producers keep up the momentum? Partake Brewing founder and CEO Ted Fleming and Lagunitas CMO Paige Guzman share what's next for the growing segment and discuss increased competition and what growing retailer support means for NA beer and similar offerings such as hop water. Plus, Brewbound reporter Zoe Licata provides a field report from the 2023 CiderCon conference in Chicago.
This episode features our experience at Cidercon 2023 in Chicago. Sunny Gandara Eleanor Leger Michelle McGrath The following were featured guests: Northeast Barrel Company Peterson Farms Flextank 33 Books Black Diamond Farm Alma Cider Uncle John's Cider Mill Brother Monk Ciderworks Dressler Estate BevFluence Blakes Hard Cider Cider Soms Northwest Cider Association
Are Historical Apple and Pears varieties at of becoming Extinct? It appears it is not a question of if, when historical varieties are no longer with us as climate change and other mitigation factors such as land development and disease threaten prize pomes! This topic is discussed in this episode by a panel of well versed pome fans. The Speakers on this Panel Matt Kaminsky who is also known as Gnarly Pippins is the moderator. Contact for Matt Kaminsky Website: https://gnarlypippins.com/ Listen to Matt on episode 346 on Why Pomological Exhibitions Matter Dan Newman hails from Palermo, Maine and has a keen interest in Pears from Maine. He is active in historical research that looks at records from county fairs. Each fair has the year and apple prized, and thus Dan can track what was grown where and when and by whom. Contact for Dan Newman - write to mailto:mofga@mofga.org Dan Bussey has been growing heirloom apples for 42 years since 1980. He is the author of "The Illustrated History of Apples in the United States and Canada" It is a 7 volume encyclopedia on apples. The book is now on sale for $150 for the set. When released in 2016 it was $320. Contact for Dan Bussey Website: https://www.silverwoodpark.org/project/heirloom-apple-orchard/ John Bunker was last on Cider Chat in episode 352 & 353. He is the Founder of the Maine Heritage Orchard & FEDCO Trees, Author of numerous books on Apples and is a well known Apple Detective. Contact for John Bunker Website: Out on the Limb Apples Listen to John on episode 352: Apples in Gravel | Maine Heritage Orchard and episode 353 Apple Historian John Bunker Q&A | Maine Apple Camp Eliza Greenman is a fruit explorer and horticultural historian. Contact for Eliza Greenman Website: https://elizapples.com/ Listen to Eliza on episode 349: The Super Powers of Bradford Pears Lydia Pendergast - works with the Apple Team at the College of the Atlantic and interns with the Maine Heritage Orchard Contact for Lydia Pendergast - write to mailto:mofga@mofga.org This talk was recorded at Maine Apple Camp. Maine Apple Camp is held biannually. The next camp will take place in 2024. It is hosted by the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association. Go to MOFGA.org and join today! Mentions in this Chat Press then Press - an online retailer specializing in cider New York International Cider Competition February 19, 2023- use promo code: Chat23 for $10 off your entry submission. CiderCon 2023 - February 1-3, 2023 Chicago Cider Summit February 4, 2023 - Live Stream at Cider Chat YouTube Channel 1-2pm , 5:30-6:30pm CST. Bottles on My Desk - a live Stream with Cider Chat Producer and Emcee Ria Windcaller. Subscribe to be notified when the next "Bottles on My Desk" goes live at the Cider Chat YouTube Channel Subscribe to eCiderNews Help Support Cider ChatPlease donate today. Help keep the chat thriving! Find this episode and all episodes at the page for Cider Chat's podcasts. Follow on Cider Chat's blog, social media and podcast Twitter@ciderchat Instagram:@ciderchatciderville Cider Chat FaceBook Page Cider Chat YouTube
Preservation Tips from an Apple Historian John Bunker is a self identified Apple Historian and an Apple Detective, Author of numerous books on the topic of Apples and Founder of FEDCO Trees. In the previous podcast episode #352 John delivers an overview on the Successes and Challenges of the Maine Heritage Orchard over the past 10 years. This episode 353 is the Q&A that followed that address. Typically, it would be recommend that you listen to episode 352 before delving into the Q&A, but even out of sequence one will find John's witty and insightful comments on a range of apple topics worth a listen. John Bunker Q&A Topics in this Chat Time line of planning and planting Trees What John recommends doing differently Found stories of people and migration patterns about the collection Questioned if John knew of dump sites that are being used in this type of format John helps to define Heirloom/Heritage Apples Genetics of Apples and seeds Climate change and the future of preserving rare vareities Legacy in relationship to the work of apple today for tomorrow. This talk was recorded at Maine Apple Camp. Maine Apple Camp is held biannually. The next camp will take place in 2024. It is hosted by the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association. Go to MOFGA.org and join today! Contact info for John Bunker Website: Super Chilly Farm eMail: csa.outonalimb@gmail.com Episode 352 is Part 1 to this Q&A with John Bunker on the Maine Heritage Orchard. Follow/Subscribe Cider Chat on ApplePodcasts, Google Play, Stitcher (for Android), iHeartRadio , Spotify and wherever you love to listen to podcasts. Mentions in this Chat New York International Cider Competition February 19, 2023- use promo code: Chat23 for $10 off your entry submission. CiderCon 2023 - February 1-3, 2023 Chicago Cider Summit February 4, 2023 - Live Stream at Cider Chat YouTube Channel 1-2, 5:30-6:30. Bottles on My Desk - a live Stream with Cider Chat Producer and Emcee Ria Windcaller. Subscribe to be notified when the next "Bottles on My Desk" goes live at the Cider Chat YouTube Channel Subscribe to eCiderNews Help Support Cider ChatPlease donate today. Help keep the chat thriving! Find this episode and all episodes at the page for Cider Chat's podcasts. Follow on Cider Chat's blog, social media and podcast Twitter@ciderchat Instagram:@ciderchatciderville Cider Chat FaceBook Page Cider Chat YouTube
John Bunker on Maine Heritage Orchard: Successes and Challenges over the First Ten Years This is Part 1 with John Bunker, who is both an author, Founder of FEDCO Trees, an Apple Historian and a key person behind the Maine Heritage Orchard. In this recording her the full presentation from John as recorded at Maine Apple Camp in August of 2022. John Bunker speaking at Maine Apple Camp Bunker's 7 Point Strategy to Seek out Apples John Bunker moved to Maine when he was 21 years old and immediately fell for the state and collecting apples. In the late 70s - early 80s he began to learned about Maine's historic apple varieties. Seeking out apples requires a bit of stealth and an out going personality 1. Seek out mentors 2. Do cold calls - when seeing apples along the road 3. Introduced myself as "Hi I am John Bunker. You won't believe this but I am an apple historian.” 4. Give talks at Garden Society and such and charge nothing. John bunker has a sliding scale from 1 mil to zero dollars for his talks. 5. Pass out Wanted Posters 6. Fairs and Events: Do a display of apples - it becomes a magnet for people to see. 7. Apple Identification for no charge and also payment ] John Bunker In this Chat The history of the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardners Association (MOFGA). The orchards at the Common Ground Fair Reclaiming land such as gravel pits The History of the Maine Heritage Orchard What is needed to sustain the Maine Heritage Orchard This talk was recorded at Maine Apple Camp. Apple Camp is held biannually. The next camp will take place in 2024. It is hosted by the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association. Go to MOFGA.org and join today! Contact info for John Bunker Website: Super Chilly Farm eMail: csa.outonalimb@gmail.com Episode 353 will feature Part 2 with John Bunker on the Maine Heritage Orchard. This episode will go live on January 25, 2023 Follow/Subscribe Cider Chat on ApplePodcasts, Google Play, Stitcher (for Android), iHeartRadio , Spotify and wherever you love to listen to podcasts. Mentions in this Chat New York International Cider Competition February 19, 2023- use promo code: Chat23 for $10 off your entry submission. CiderCon 2023 - February 1-3, 2023 sign up now for the January 31th Chicago Cider Tours Chicago Cider Summit February 4, 2023 - Live Stream at Cider Chat YouTube Channel 1-2, 5:30-6:30. Bottles on My Desk - a live Stream with Cider Chat Producer and Emcee Ria Windcaller. Subscribe to be notified when the next "Bottles on My Desk" goes live at the Cider Chat YouTube Channel Subscribe to eCiderNews Help Support Cider ChatPlease donate today. Help keep the chat thriving! Find this episode and all episodes at the page for Cider Chat's podcasts. Follow on Cider Chat's blog, social media and podcast Twitter@ciderchat Instagram:@ciderchatciderville Cider Chat FaceBook Page Cider Chat YouTube
Enjoy this Roundtable Discussion w/4 makers from Maine Kris Hogg formally of Perennial Cider Bar in Maine moderates this panel discussion that was held at the Maine Apple Camp in August of 2022. The topics are wide ranging: cultivars/apples that you really like anything that you haven't tried yet that you would like to experiment with? life work balance from making to orchard care yeast only using wild or also culture yeast in ciders? cider as art vs science Is there a Maine Cider Style? Makers and Contact Info from this Roundtable David Buchann | Portersfield Cider Website: https://www.portersfieldcider.com/ Address: 255 Elmwood Road Pownal, ME, 04069 David Buchann | Portersfield Cider Jared Carr | Cornish Cider Company Website: https://cornishcidercompany.com/ Address: 135 High Road Cornish, Maine 04020 USA Jared Carr | Cornish Cider Company Zak Kaiser | Absolem Cider Company Website: https://www.absolemcider.com/ Address: 799 Winthrop Center Road Winthrop, Maine 04364 Zak Kaiser | Absolem Cider Jon Stein | Fogtown Brewing Company Website: https://www.fogtownbrewing.com/ Address: Two locations: Ellsworth and Bar Harbor Maine! Jon Stein | Fogtown Brewing Co. This Roundtable was recorded at Maine Apple Camp. Apple Camp is held biannually. The next camp will take place in 2024. It is hosted by the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association. Go to MOFGA.org and join today! Bonus audio - 30 minute Q&A from this roundtable at the Cider Chat Patreon page. Join today and help keep #ciderGoingUP Mentions in this Chat New York International Cider Competition February 19, 2023- use promo code: Chat23 for $10 off your entry submission. CiderCon 2023 - February 1-3, 2023 sign up now for the January 31th Chicago Cider Tours Subscribe to eCiderNews Help Support Cider Chat Please donate today. Help keep the chat thriving!
Season 7 and the Episodes of Cider Chat This episode marks the 350th episode of this weekly podcast and the end of Season 7. The Nose and Ria sat down for a dinner chat and looked over the past season. The dinner was designed to be paired with a cider called Heirloom for an Austin cidery called Texas Keeper. In true Cider Chat style this delicious cider was one of many. Cider's drunk during this Episode Hierloom, Texas Keeper Cider |Texas Pommeau du Normandie from Domaine du Manoir de Montreuil |France Maple Sugar Liqueour from Flag Hill Distillery and Winery |New Hampshire Gigglejuice from Duckchicken Cider | London How to find Archived Episodes of Cider Chat Download and listen to all past episodes mentions in this chat by going to the Cider Chat podcast page. This epsiodes ends Season 7 of Cider Chat. Find all the Season's at the podcast page. There you will find also the show notes for each episode, links to the makers and featured guests and mentions made in each chat. Mentions in this Chat New York International Cider Competition February 19, 2023- use promo code: Chat23 for $10 off your entry submission. CiderCon 2023 - February 1-3, 2023 sign up now for the January 30th Chicago Cider Tours Subscribe to eCiderNews Help Support Cider ChatPlease donate today. Help keep the chat thriving! Find this episode and all episodes at the page for Cider Chat's podcasts. Listen also at iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher (for Android), iHeartRadio , Spotify and wherever you love to listen to podcasts. Follow on Cider Chat's blog, social media and podcast Twitter@ciderchat Instagram:@ciderchatciderville Cider Chat FaceBook Page Cider Chat YouTube
Any relation to the Greenman's of Mystic, Connecticut? When fruit explorer and horticultural historian Eliza Greenman received a call from owners of an overgrown orchard asking if she was related to the Greenman's who planted said orchard, it took her as she says, "down the rabbit hole". Greenman found that she was indeed distantly related to the orchard planters and took the job offer to restore the orchard. But that was only the beginning of the story that is still in process. In this episode you will hear the Eliza Greenman's keynote address from the Maine Apple Camp which took place in August of 2022 which was titled Orchard Restoration and Pear Breeding. Eliza Greenman's Keynote at Maine Apple Camp 2022 Bradford Pears Pyrus calleryana, a.k.a. Bradford Pear or Callery Pears, is a type of ornamental pear tree that are commonly found in the United States. While they are often praised for their attractive white flowers and glossy green leaves, they have also gained a reputation as an invasive species. Despite this negative reputation, Bradford Pears can actually be beneficial for cidermakers. Greenman explains that Bradford Pears make excellent root stock for top working pear varieties. Their hardy root systems can help to improve the overall health and vigor of the pear trees, which can be especially useful for cidermakers who rely on a consistent and high-quality harvest. In other words, while Bradford Pears may not be ideal for natural environments, they can be a valuable asset for those looking to cultivate pear trees for cider production. In this Keynote Dispelling the myth about "Pears for Heirs" The benefits of Bradford Pear "Bradford or Callery Pear is great for root stock. Don't cut it all the way down." ~Eliza Greenman Contact for Eliza Greenman Website: https://elizapples.com/ Mentions in this Chat Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association - Mofga.org CiderCon 2023 - February 1-3, 2023 sign up now for the January 30th Chicago Cider Tours New York International Cider Competition February 19, 2023- use promo code: Chat23 for $10 off your entry submission. CiderCon 2023 - February 1-3, 2023 sign up now for the January 30th Chicago Cider Tours New York International Cider Competition February 19, 2023- use promo code: Chat23 for $10 off your entry submission. Subscribe to eCiderNews Help Support Cider Chat Please donate today. Help keep the chat thriving! Find this episode and all episodes at the page for Cider Chat's podcasts. Listen also at iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher (for Android), iHeartRadio , Spotify and wherever you love to listen to podcasts. Follow on Cider Chat's blog, social media and podcast Twitter @ciderchat Instagram: @ciderchatciderville Cider Chat FaceBook Page Cider Chat YouTube
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