"There might be nothing more aesthetically New England fall than sitting at an outside bench at an apple orchard, with a U-pick bag full of fruit, while enjoying a glass of hard cider right from the source. The main event at an orchard in Massachusetts may be the picking, but in recent years many apple farms have expanded operations to include more of a farm tour experience."
"You've probably seen a can of Carlson Orchards' hard cider at the grocery store or on tap at a nearby bar, but drinking it at the property's Cider Barn gives you more options. There's the flagship hard cider, the Oak Hill Blend, but libation seekers can find a cider from semi-sweet (the Honey Crisp) to bone dry (one of their newest, Simply Dry) on tap - and those are just some of the year-round options."
New England apple orchards combine U-pick apple experiences with onsite hard cider served directly from orchard taprooms or tasting rooms. Many farms have expanded offerings to include petting zoos, mazes, and other family-friendly activities while also providing adult-oriented beverage options. Orchards may produce their own ciders or offer popular local craft brands on draft or in cans. Carlson Orchards, for example, serves a range from semi-sweet Honey Crisp to bone dry Simply Dry, plus a flagship Oak Hill Blend and seasonal limited releases. Some family-run farms also feature restaurants, retail stores, and live music alongside cider service.
Read at Boston.com
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