Living in Old Lyme

Located in the charming town of Old Lyme, Connecticut, Yankee Cider Company is rapidly becoming a local favorite, offering a taste of authentic, colonial-style hard cider. This delightful spot is more than just a place to grab a drink; it’s a celebration of local agriculture and traditional craftsmanship. Their philosophy is simple yet profound: to create dry ciders that echo the refreshing beverages enjoyed in New England centuries ago. They achieve this by using a carefully selected blend of apples, all harvested fresh from the nearby Staehly Farms in East Haddam.

The core of Yankee Cider Company lies in its dedication to quality and tradition. By focusing on dry profiles, they appeal to those who appreciate a cider that’s less sweet and more nuanced, allowing the natural flavors of the apples to be evident. This commitment to authenticity, combined with their prime location in Old Lyme, makes them a valuable addition to the community. Whether you’re a long-time resident or just passing through, a visit to Yankee Cider Company offers a genuine taste of Connecticut’s rich agricultural heritage, served with a friendly smile and a commitment to excellence.

Yankee Cider Company boasts an impressive lineup of six core ciders, each with its own distinct personality. The “New England Dry” is the quintessential experience, boasting a remarkably low 0.5% residual sugar, crafted from a blend of McIntosh, Honeycrisp, and Delicious apples for a truly classic taste. For those who prefer a touch more sweetness, the “Honeycrisp Blend” offers an off-dry (3% residual sugar) profile, showcasing the star power of Honeycrisp apples with subtle notes from Delicious and McIntosh. These ciders provide a great starting point for exploring the range of flavors.

Venturing into more adventurous territory, Yankee Cider Company introduces fruit-infused options. The “Captain Coit Blueberry” and “Rochambeau’s March Raspberry” both offer an off-dry (3% residual sugar) cider experience, achieved through co-fermentation with fresh berries, resulting in noticeable and fruity nuances. For a tart and sophisticated twist, “Washington’s Admission Tart Cherry” brings the bold flavor of Montmorency cherries to the apple base, also at 3% residual sugar. Finally, for a sweeter option, the “Caramel Cider Donut” (6% residual sugar) captures the essence of fall, delivering a comforting and easy-drinking cider reminiscent of everyone’s favorite autumn treat.