On our Orchard to Bottle Cider Tasting Experience guests will explore the orchard and take a guided tour of the cider production facility with one of our in-house experts, discover the history of the heirloom varietals grown here at Rural Ridge Orchard and learn the secret to creating a well-crafted, Virginia cider.
Your Experience
Explore: Guests will be greeted by one of our in-house cider experts. Sip on a glass of cider while you explore the expansive orchards and learn about the history of Albemarle CiderWork’s tradition of pomology and cider making. non-alcoholic options will be available if required.
Discover: Join one of our cider making experts in the heart of our production facility. You will learn how hard cider is created and the techniques used to create our elevated style. Taste our freshest cider directly from the tank and discover its various journeys to becoming alcohol.
Experience: Your tour concludes with a personalized tasting at one of our tasting bars. Learn about the various cider apples, their unique traits and rich history within American culture.
Your Reservation Includes:
- Glass of cider upon arrival.
- Walking tour of orchard.
- Guided tour of our production facility including a Q&A with our cidermaker (close-toed shoes are required).
- Cider tasting including a tank tasting, reserve vintages, and new releases.
Price: The price per guest is $45, plus tax. Payment is required for the reservation.
Important Notes
Reservations: This experience is by reservation only and is only available to book Fridays and Sundays. The walking tour and cidery tour will last 30 minutes collectively, and the tasting experience will last approximately 15 - 20 minutes. These times do not reflect Q&A time which may lengthen the experience.
Group Size: Our tasting bars accommodate a group minimum of 2 with a maximum of 8.
Tours run at 11am and 1pm. Smaller groups may be paired together in a combined experience.
Bookings are made by phone or email.
Please contact:
Albemarle CiderWorks
events@albemarleciderworks.com
434-297-2326
