Great Apples Make Great Cider!

We've been pressing cider to sell for several years now.  And cider starts with the apples. Our cider is crafted exclusively from organic apples we grow here on Crandall Hill.

spring apple blossoms

after an afternoon shower

Why organic? First of all, organic is our personal choice for most of the produce we eat. The Environmental Working Group (from their website: "We've spent the last three decades bringing you breakthrough research and education so you can make smart, healthy decisions.") puts out a "dirty dozen" list that identifies the produce with higher concentrations of pesticides. Over 90% of apples tested positive for at least two or more pesticide residues. Choosing organic apples is one of the best and most efficient ways to reduce your pesticide exposure.

dozens of varieties for exquisite taste

The best fruit makes the best cider. Harvest begins in late August and continues through late October. Apples are refrigerated in our walk-in cooler immediately after harvest. And one cool early morning, they're loaded onto the truck to make the trip to the processor.

The apples are brushed and washed, then ground up, pressed, UV processed and bottled. Keeping the cider in its natural state with nothing additional added ensures all the flavor, nutritional value and vitamins of 100% pure apple juice.

Cider will be pressed on October 28 and available beginning that afternoon. There is a limited supply so it's best to order in advance to make sure you can enjoy the best tasting cider around!

Call 814-274-8004 (this is the landline at the farm) to place your order. You can also email: metzgerfarm@gmail.com. Deadline to place your order is Thursday, October 27. Cost is $8 per gallon, $5 half gallon. When you order in advance, we offer 5 gallons for $35.