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Episode 143 – Seminary Hill Cidery – Stuart Madany

This episode features ⁠Stuart Madany⁠ of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Seminary Hill Cidery⁠.

Doug Doetsch grew up in the Western Catskills. His family goes back five generations. There was a strong desire to start an agricultural project. That’s how Doug and Susan Manning got started with Seminary Hill Cidery. The land was perfect for an apple and pear orchard. Stuart joined the team in October of 2020. Cider began being produced shortly there after his arrival. Stuart shares his journey of cider making. This is an intriguing story of architect turned cider craftsman. We had a wonderful time tasting two of their delicious expressions and learning more about their ciders that they produce.

43 Wagner Ln, Callicoon, NY 12723 – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(845) 887-4056⁠ – www.SeminaryHill.co –⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Highlights from our discussion:

⁠The Catskills⁠

⁠Albemarle CiderWorks⁠

⁠CiderCon⁠

⁠Foggy Ridge Cidery⁠

⁠Andrew Lee – Craft Cider Making⁠

⁠Cider Days⁠

⁠University of Vermont⁠

⁠Farnum Hill Ciders ⁠

⁠Castle Hill Cidery⁠

⁠Homestedt Livingston Manor⁠

⁠⁠Tom Oliver – Oliver’s Cider and Perry⁠⁠

⁠Wild Turkey⁠

Episode 140 – Caroline Kristof – Kristof Farms

This episode features ⁠Caroline Kristof ⁠of ⁠⁠Kristof Farms⁠.

In 1971 Caroline’s grandfather purchased 75 acres in Yamhill, Oregon. Originally the farm produced cherries which were grown for the cherry pie industry. Over time the land around them became populated by vineyards and those beautiful cherries were no longer as desirable. In 2018 a decision was made to put in apple trees. Half of what was planted were grapes vines and the other half different apple varietals. They have relied on help and advice from wonderful friends in the cider industry. They have a passion to learn and experience what it takes to make outstanding cider. Each harvest brings them closer to their dream of having guests visit and experience the Kristof family hospitality. They have an exciting future ahead.

Yamhill, Oregon – info@kristoffarms.com – www.KristofFarms.com – ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

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⁠CiderCon⁠

⁠Oregon⁠

⁠Portland University⁠

⁠Cider Riot⁠

⁠Rev Nat’s hard Cider⁠

⁠The Place⁠

⁠American Cider Association⁠

Episode 135 -Winterset Cidery – Megan Farley

This episode features ⁠⁠⁠⁠Megan Farley⁠ of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Winterset Cidery⁠ ⁠.

Nick and Niña Williams came as customers. They fell in love with the orchard and thought that it was serendipitous that a Williams Pride apple tree resided there. They set out on their journey and purchased the Cidery in 2019 with no cider making experience. Meghan joined the cidery in April of 2022. She entered with winemaking background. For Meghan, she sees so many possibilities with cider. It’s an up and coming industry and she is excited to be a part of it. The orchard sits on 6 acres and produces 30 different apple varietals. They source all of the juice to create their unique ciders that explode with flavor and character. You will want to pick up all of their expressions and enjoy what this little cidery in the heartland of America has to offer.

1638 US-169, Winterset, IA 50273 – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠(515) 493-9756⁠ – www.Wintersetcidery.com – ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

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Highlights from our Discussion:

⁠Iowa⁠

⁠Cidercon⁠

⁠Mike Rowe⁠

⁠American Cider Association⁠

⁠Eden Cider

Episode 134 – Eden Ciders – Eleanor Leger

This episode features ⁠⁠⁠Eleanor Leger⁠ of ⁠⁠⁠Eden Ciders⁠ ⁠.

It was December 2006 when Eleanor and Albert went to Montreal. They tasted ice cider for the first time. Their reaction was that it was amazing. They thought that they could procduce this ice cider in Vermont. The made their first batch in their basement. Six years after making it and selling to to local restaurants they began to explore what has become Eden Cider. In the beginning cider wasn’t a thing in the United States. It was considered more of a desert wine. They discovered different apple varietals to make a wider array of ciders. Eleanor and Albert have come a long way from their infancy. Today they produce unique, well crafted ciders that are layered in flavor, depth and character. So, why not cider? Pick up a bottle or can and taste for yourself.

150 Main St, Newport, VT 05855 – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠(802) 334-4241⁠⁠⁠⁠ – www.EdenCiders.com – ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠

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Highlights from our discussion:

⁠Vermont⁠

⁠American Cider Association⁠

⁠Vermont Cider Association⁠

⁠Windfall Orchard⁠

⁠Yates Family Orchard⁠

⁠Poverty Lane Orchards⁠

⁠Cidercon⁠

⁠Scott Farm Orchards⁠

⁠Aaron Burr Cidery⁠

⁠Dibruno Bros.⁠

⁠31st & Wharton⁠

⁠Peter Bresnahan⁠

⁠Peter Mitchell – Cornell

Episode 92 – Manoff Market Cider – Amy Manoff and Ellie Brehme

This episode features Amy Manoff and Ellie Brehme of Manoff Market Cidery.

We had such a fantastic tour of the orchard and farm. Amy gave us so much insight into the earth to market to bottle concept that they have designed. Their 37 acres feels more like a budding garden estate. Gary and Amy graduated college in 1983. The proceeded to explore the opportunity of starting a winery. They land they had found didn’t provide for growing grapes. Although, fruits, vegetables and apples in particular fit in perfectly. Over time, Gary began experimenting with cider. In 2018 they got their license to produce and sell their cider. They have been focusing on grafting and planting apple trees specifically for cider. The result is wonderful flavorful cider that is full of character. You want to add this destination to your calendar. Pick up a bottle, relax enjoy all that Manoff Market Cidery has to offer.

3157 Comfort Rd, New Hope, PA 18938 – (215) 297-8220 -www.manoffmarketgardens.com/cidery – Facebook

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Episode 90 – Two Broads Ciderworks – Maggie Przybylski and Megan Murphy

This episode features Maggie Przybylski and Morgan Murphy of Two Broads Ciderworks.

They are bootstrapping their way into the cider world. Like many Maggie and Morgan started home brewing beer. 15 years ago the cider experience took hold in Sea Canyon. They picked apples, made pies and fermented apple juice into cider. The whole journey from apple to glass appealed to them. They love cooking and sharing what they produce with friends. Today, the focus is on locally sourced ingredients as much as possible. These two broads began building their tasting room in January of 2020. Just in time for the world to be shut down. The pieces of the cidery continue to come together. They are producing incredible, complex and flavorful ciders in a region that is full of wineries. Listen and learn more about Maggie and Morgan and what Two Broads Ciderworks is all about.

3427 Roberto Ct Ste 130, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 – (805) 292-1500 – www.twobroadscider.com – Facebook

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Ballast Point Brewery

Episode 88 – Alma Cider – Dave Klawer

This episode features Dave Klawer of Alma Cider.

Dave moved to the Pacific Northwest with his wife Heather. They are both registered nurses. His passion in the 90’s was to be a professional snowboarder. An accident in the Andes changed the trajectory of his life. He knew of the lore of Mount Baker and it called to him. He fell in love with the greenery and has made the Skagit Valley his home. It wasn’t long before he and his wife were being introduced to home craft cider. Dave was familiar with brewing beer from his days in college. His first attempt at cider was a success. Our in depth discussion covers the many ciders that Alma produces and the the production of fruit and apples at their orchard and farm.

425-312-5734 – info@almacider.com – Facebook

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Tulip Valley Winery

Bitters & Sharps Orchard

Press Then Press

American Cider Association

Northwest Cider Club

Northwest Cider Association

Ragged and Right Cider

Cidercon

Episode 39 – Ben Wenk – Ploughman Cider

This episode features Ben Wenk of Ploughman Cider “Greetings From Adams County”. Ben’s family has been farming the land here since the 1820’s. After selling produce at a farmers market in Philadelphia, Ben decided to try a Strongbow. It was different. Not sticky sweet like other ciders. He went home and tried making his first batch of cider. From there he was hooked. Adams County is considered Apple Capital USA. On this episode Ben and I discuss cider, apples and fruit tree farming. “Cider is not a value added product”, Ben explains. We enjoyed this fascinating look into Ben’s families heritage and his passion for cider making.

1606 Bendersville-Wenksville Road, Aspers, PA 17304 – www.ploughmancider.com – (717) 677-7186 – Facebook

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