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The Cider Press

A blend of Tumbling Creek news, recipes, tips, a few musings, a splash of apple-lore, and a pinch of cider making history; pressed in-house, bottled on-site
and shipped to you.

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Appalachian to the Core

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Terr-a-what, now?

The term "terroir" (pronounced like tehr-WAAR) is often associated with wine, but when it comes to apples, Virginia's terroir plays a vital role in shaping the flavors and characteristics of the fruit.

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From Our Table to Yours

Hard cider can add a delightful and unique flavor to your Thanksgiving recipes. Whether you're looking to create savory dishes or sweet desserts, here are some recipes that are sure to be Appalachian to the Core.

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Does (Bottle) Size Matter?

Does size matter? You bet it does! Larger bottles provide a larger volume-to-surface area ratio, which can lead to slower oxidation and more gradual flavor development over time.

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Step Out of the Ordinary

Though there are lots of options out there, and lots of variables behind our choices (bottling cost, efficiency, etc.) we wanted to take a moment to talk through a few reasons for going big!

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In the Running…Again!

Hellbender Hopped is in the Running for USA Today’s Best Cider. We need YOU to help move us into the winner’s circle! Vote Today!

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Tree Grafting and Sustainability

Since 2019 we have grafted many hundreds more and currently have the Lower Orchard with 450 trees and the Upper Orchard with 650 trees.

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TC3’s and People, Inc.

People Incorporated interviewed Tumbling Creek Cider Company about their efforts to support local economy, grow their business and thrive.

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Sustainability

Sustainability

From Apple to Glass, we care about what we drink. You should too.

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“Surely the apple is the noblest of fruits.”

— Henry David Thoreau