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November 2016
Ciders of Spain and Food Pairings
Come try an incredibly diverse range of Spanish ciders paired with foods that bring out their unique earthy, tart and sour qualities. The “sidra” will be paired with an assortment of charcuterie such as cured meats, olives, earthy cheeses, and even a fig almond torta. Styles range from traditionals which are close to sour beer, sparklers reminiscent of Champagne, Prosecco & Albarino, to a wild yeast fermented pear and sherry-like frost cider. Except for the dessert frost cider, all the…
Find out more »Harvard Cider
We have begun our move to favoring local ciders and Harvard Cider Co. is one of the closest to the store. These guys haven't been around for a long time, but they have already begun to establish a strong foothold throughout the state. We have been proud to carry a brand of cider that utilizes the orchards that can be found throughout this area. On November 19th, 2-4pm, Harvard Cider will be here pouring out their goods. Anchor is their…
Find out more »February 2017
Spanish Sidra w/ Ken
Sunday is the Superbowl and our Patriots are on the march for another trophy and set of rings. And with football comes a few tasty drinks. And no Sunday necessitates fine libations more than the Superbowl. We have some great beer sales going on right now in honor of the games which you should come and check out, but while you are here on Sunday we will also have the knowledgeable Ken Zuckerman here to pour out some of the…
Find out more »May 2017
Spanish Cider, Sparkling cider, & Ice Cider with Ken
Looking for something unusual and pleasing for mom? How about Spanish cider? Spanish cider which stylistically is incredibly white-wine like is a great way to impress mom. Whether mom loves Champagne, Prosecco, dessert wine or lush pears, we will have something sure to satisfy from bubbly and dry to dessert wine and sweet - and a few things in between. Come join us and learn just how different, complex, pleasing and refreshing this beverage can be when it comes from…
Find out more »Artifact Cider Tasting
It's a fact that making cider is an art and Artifact Cider is the proof. From Everett, Massachusetts this cidery uses only locally sourced apples and has a creative selection of unique and tasty ciders. With a market saturated with hard ciders, Artifact Cider has distinguished itself as a craft cider willing to go against the grain, using techniques such as barrel-aging, and wild yeast fermentation.
Find out more »Pony Shack Cider Tasting
It is hard to get more local than Pony Shack Cider. This cidery from Boxborough, Massachusetts is dedicated to using local ingredients to make delicious New England ciders.
Find out more »February 2019
Pony Shack Cider Tasting
Pony Shack Cider is a family owned cider company pressing apples right in Boxborough, MA. Their focus is to produce small batch artisanal ciders made from the freshest local apples and locally sourced ingredients. You can't get anymore local than Pony Shack so come on in and give your neighborhood ciders a taste! We'll be pouring from 4 pm to 6:30 pm, come "Shack" up with us. -Colonial Spirits Beer Team
Find out more »March 2019
Stormalong Hard Cider Tasting
Stormalong Cider in Sherborn, MA have really been setting the bar for success with their traditional and not so traditional ciders. Stormalong specializes in using cider specific apples to make their ciders unique, balanced and complex. If you haven't tried these ciders, we can help change that on March 1st from 5pm to 7pm. We hope you can join us! -Colonial Spirits Beer Team
Find out more »Artifact Cider Project Tasting
Artifact Cider Project located in Everett, MA has been making a variety of distinctive, fun and drinkable ciders with some of the tastiest apples in the Northeast. They will be pouring a few of their delicious flagship ciders along with a few of their more limited offerings. These ciders are the real deal! Stop by our store anywhere between 5pm to 7 pm and see for yourself! -Colonial Spirits Beer Team
Find out more »April 2019
Pony Shack Cider Tasting
Pony Shack Cider is a family owned cider company pressing apples right in Boxborough, MA. Their focus is to produce small batch artisan ciders made from the freshest local apples and locally sourced ingredients. You can't get anymore local than Pony Shack so come on in and give your neighborhood ciders a taste! We'll be pouring from 4 pm to 6 pm, come "Shack" up with us. -Colonial Spirits Beer Team
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