Albemarle Ciderworks in Albemarle County is just one of 20 Virginia businesses that will split nearly $800,000 in grant money from the United States Department of Agriculture. Albemarle Ciderworks was awarded $250,000 by the Virginia Rural Development Office to expand the business. The Shelton family started Albemarle Ciderworks from humble beginnings almost 10 years ago. […]

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David Ryan of Hood River Juice Company has purchased an interest in Salem, Oregon based Wandering Aengus Ciderworks. David Ryan joins James Kohn as owner and manager. “This is an incredible opportunity for Wandering Aengus Ciderworks to partner with David Ryan. David has been a great supporter and supplier to both us and the Cider […]

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Nowadays, hard cider, an alcoholic beverage, shows up on menus everywhere. Made from the fermented juice of tart apples (and/or other fruit), this pleasingly acidic, slightly bubbly beverage pairs beautifully with food and proves easy sipping. This fall, I’m incorporating hard cider into my cocktail hour and my cooking. Reportedly cider sales have grown by […]

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