As we prepare to put the old year to bed, it’s good to reflect on the lessons of the year behind us. But we’ve always got our eyes on the road ahead at Portland Cider, and we’re already making plans for a 2022 worth celebrating.
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Even in winter’s short days and long, dark nights, our hometown is especially sparkly and magical at this time of year. Portland does a great job of lighting up the darkness, and we’re always up for an excuse to celebrate! There are plenty of festive daytime sights to see, as well, making it easy to pack your day end-to-end with merrymaking. Check out a few of our favorites–but be sure to check their schedules and requirements ahead of time for maximum joy!
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Learn more about the history of our English Pub Cider and our British beginnings. It all begins in owner Lynda's hometown in the Somerset region of the UK.
We can say, from experience, that a cider tasting party is a fantastic ice-breaker for all the (21+) revelers in your life—and we happen to have a convenient guide and kit to help you out.
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Traditionally, each winter around the holidays, we would throw our annual Wassail Holiday Party. A beloved tradition and well missed, in 2021, both Portland Cider Co. pubs will offer take-home Wassail kits.
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Community means a lot to us here at Portland Cider. In fact, it’s everything. We wouldn't be here without the support of our crew, our cider fans, the people who grow the fruit that ends up in our ciders… It takes a whole lot of people to keep our cider flowing!
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We think shopping for something special to gift your loved ones should be more fun than stressful. And you really can find that perfect *something* right up to the last minute if you just shop around Portland. Check out our Portland-centric gift guide, and maybe you’ll find some inspiration right in your own backyard!
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Every year, Portland Cider Co., along with other members of the American Cider Association, encourages cider fans to #PickCider for their holiday table. Read our 8 Holiday Cider Recipes to get inspired and find the secret ingredient in all of your favorite holiday dishes.
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This year, make your best turkey yet with this Hard Cider Brined Smoked Turkey recipe. Juicy, rich, and fruit-forward with notes of citrus, it’s a perfect way to #PickCider this holiday season.
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This Halloweekend, don’t be afraid to pair your Portland Cider Co. favorites with your sweet treats! We put together a guide on how to pair our cider with your Halloween candy bonanza.
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Whether you’re a visitor or a longtime resident, Portland’s neighborhoods are always worth exploring. New sights and scenes are popping up all the time, and the chances are very good that you’ll happen upon something new, even in familiar corners of town. With the release of our PDX Community Cider and our Portland Neighborhood Photo Contest, we thought it’d be the perfect time to share some highlights from all over town.
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Get in the spooky mood with our spiced graveyard cake. Our seasonal cider, Pumpkin spice, serves up the delicious flavors of autumn. Add the perfect hint of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, allspice, and ginger to your chocolate treats.
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This Fall, we’ll donate a portion of proceeds for Portland Cider Co. purchases at local retailers to Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon. Learn more about this fundraiser and the important work Hunger-Free Schools does to end childhood hunger in our state.
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Our Fruit Forward Drive donations have been sorted, washed and pressed, and now the fruits of our labor are available for all to drink in the form of PDX Community Cider.
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Portland is a city known for its creativity, passion, and craftsmanship. We find inspiration from it in every cider we make as we strive to innovate quality hard ciders to foster a community that expects more from the cider they drink.
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As an Apple-centric company, it may not surprise you to learn that fall is our favorite season at Portland Cider. Sure, the leaves are turning glorious shades of orange and gold and red, and the rain is returning, and the sunny days are bright and crisp… But most importantly of all, it’s harvest season!
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Community is something that’s always on our minds at Portland Cider. From enjoying and sharing cider to giving back through our programs like the PDX Community Cider, we strive to bring our community together around high-quality cider.
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A letter from owners Lynda & Jeff about how to get involved in our annual PDX Community Cider that is made for Portland, by Portland.
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We reached out to our Portland friends to pair local cideries and bakeries for the return of our Cider + Donuts Fest. Our sweetest event of the year, this year’s “fest” will be served in Cider + Donut Flights at seated tables at both Portland Cider Pubs.
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Portland’s unharvested, unwanted, and ugly fruit has a promising new destiny: Portland Cider Co. has announced its sixth annual PDX Community Cider program, running August 16 - September 30. The company takes donated edible-quality apples, fruits, and berries from neighborhoods in the Portland Metro Area and turns them into a community cider to raise funds for hungry children.
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