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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 139 – Right Bee Cider – Katie Morgan

This episode features Katie Morgan of Right Bee Cider.

Charlie was a professional beer brewer. Although, Katie didn’t care for beer, she loved cider. Charlie made a special cider for Katie’s birthday as a surprise. Their cidery began as a love story. Early on in the relationship they both realized that they had a desire to start a business. Cider was a natural fit. Right bee Cider was launched in 2014. From the start they worked their way through challenges. They are proud of their cider and the journey that has led them to where they have arrived today. . You must add this stop when you’re in Chicago to enjoy their sensational ciders. 

1830 N Kostner Ave, Chicago, IL 60639 – ⁠⁠⁠⁠(773) 234-4654⁠⁠⁠⁠ – www.RightBeeCider.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

CiderCon

⁠Schwinn Bikes⁠

The Hive Supply

⁠⁠Wilco⁠⁠

InCider Japan

 Japan Cider Cup

Episode 138 – The Cider Jawns – Jasmine Mason and Ashley Johnson

This episode features ⁠⁠⁠Jasmine Mason⁠ and ⁠Ashley Johnson⁠ of ⁠⁠The Cider Jawns⁠.

Jasmine and Ashley met while attending St. Joseph’s University. They started a social media page after attending Pour the Core at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. This cider event left an impression on them. Jasmine and Ashley determined that the cider space was not serving or appealing to people of color. The next step led to home brewing their own cider. Their social media presence features ciders that they’re drinking and enjoying. They host events and attend events in the cider community. They are influencers who are introducing a new community to the wonderful world of cider and the cider culture. We enjoyed out refreshing and entertaining conversation. Don’t sleep on The Cider Jawns. They are two ladies on a mission to leave an indelible mark on the world. 

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Highlights From our Conversation:

⁠St. Joseph’s University⁠

⁠Pour the Core⁠

⁠Hale & True⁠

⁠CiderCon 2023⁠

⁠Eleanor Leger⁠

⁠Eden Ciders⁠

⁠Philly Cider Week⁠

⁠American Cider Association⁠

⁠Ploughman Cider

Episode 137 – Stockyard Cider – Brandon Green

This episode features Brandon Green of ⁠⁠⁠Stockyard Cider ⁠⁠.

Brandon began his journey making beer and apple wine right in his closet, under the steps, in West Philly. Brandon loves bubbles. He ventured into bottle conditioning and making his own cider. Like most it was a hobby. Career changes brought about a pivot for Brandon and his family. He moved the whole operation from Chicago back to Philly where he joined the amazing chefs and owners of ⁠Stockyard Sandwich Co⁠. The ciders that Brandon produces are full of depth, flavor and character. Open up one of their special bottles, grab a sandwich and enjoy life. 

1541 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA – 215-977-YARD- www.StockyardPhilly.com – ⁠⁠⁠Instagram

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Highlights From our Discussion:

Cidercon

Ploughman Cider

Eden Ciders

Cork Philadelphia

The Sidecar Bar and Grille

Cudia Cocktail Consulting

Green Meadow Farm

Fruit Stripes Gum

Spring House Spirits

Bluecoat Gin

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 121 – Good Intent Cider – Matt Simon

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Good Intent Cider – Matt Simon

Fermented Adventure The Podcast

Dec 14

1 hr 3 min

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This episode features Matt Simon of Good intent Cider.

For Adam Redding, cidermaking began as a hobby.  He took cider making classes at Cornell University.  Growing up in Gettysburg, he was exposed to the amazing apples produced in Adams County.  Matt joined Good Intent almost 6 years ago.  He studied food science at Penn State.  Matt reached out to Adam as graduation approached.  Adam shared all his experience and it wasn’t long before Matt was putting his own personality into the cider being produced.  Good Intent is producing flavorful and complex cider.  This is a must stop for cider fans and new to be cider lovers.

167 S Potter St, Bellefonte, PA 16823 – (814) 355-1654 – www.GoodintentCider.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Mason Dixon Distillery

A. Smith Bowman Distillery

Gettysburg, PA

Bellefonte, PA 

Ciderfest of PA

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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Highlights from our discussion:

Cidercon

Vinoshipper

New Hope

Dad’s Hat Rye

Gold Rush Apple

Ploughman Cider

Calvados

PA Cider Guild

Pommeau

Bucks County

Cider Fest PA

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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Highlights from our discussion:

Cidercon 2022

Sea Canyon

Saison Dupont Yeast

Tilted Shed

Reverend Nat

Chill Hour

Sybil Lamb

GleanSLO

VinoShipper

Calvados

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.  

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Highlights from our discussion:

Tulip Valley Winery

Bitters & Sharps Orchard

Press Then Press

American Cider Association

Northwest Cider Club

Northwest Cider Association

Earth Day

Cidercraft Magazine

Sip Magazine

Compass Wines

Renaissance Orchards

Ragged and Right Cider

Cidercon

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