Is cider the apple of your eye? Satisfying your thirst – and the itch for a fall weekend getaway – is as easy as one-two-three in Essex County where at least one cidery was born in a hailstorm. Article content

Anecdotally, interest in cider is on the upswing, especially when paired with an orchard apple-picking excursion. On-farm cider has the spirit of craft breweries. It appeals to people looking to switch it up from malt and hops with a drink that’s close to white wine and supports fruit farmers. While canned ciders are best consumed within six months, many bottled ciders can be cellared up to two years, according to the cider experts at Essex County’s Carolinia Cider Co. Article content

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