About Ciders from USA

About Ciders from USA
The United States is one of the most important players in the wine industry. On sheer numbers alone, the US is the fourth largest country in terms of total production; but it is the outstanding quality of wines from the US that is an additional part of its worldwide prestige. While the first wines produced in the colonies date back to the late 18th century, it has only been since the mid-1960s that the US has entered the premium wine market on a large scale. California, especially Napa Valley and Sonoma County were the areas that drove the new quality movement. Other areas in California also were home to great wines; soon Washington and Oregon were home to first-class wines as well. New York State, especially the Finger Lakes are was rediscovered for its Rieslings and soon wineries started opening in states such as Texas, Virginia and North Carolina. Today, 90% of domestic premium wine is produced in California and there are several wine types that share the spotlight; these include Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, Pinot Noir from Sonoma's Russian River Valley as well as Santa Barbara County and Chardonnay from several regions, such as Monterey and Sonoma County. Bordeaux-styles reds from Washington State have received great acclaim as have Oregon Pinot Noirs. Today, the United States is in an enviable position of being one of the largest producers of wine as well as one of the most celebrated.

Top Picks for USA

Ciders

Two K Farms 2023 Hoppd Cider Apple
91 points
$17
Best Buy
IPA meets fruity cider in this frothy golden refresher teeming with notes of passion fruit, peach and pineapple sage.
91 points $17 Best Buy
Wicked Grove  Brunch Variety Pack: Pearsecco - Paloma - Mimosa - Bellini
88 points
$15.99
Pearsecco: Packed with old fashioned cider donut flavor and blue ribbon apple pie aromas, this cider has complexity and balance, finishing just dry enough to enjoy over and over. Paloma: Loads of cherry with a crisp, bright and mouthwatering finish. Mimosa: Juicy orange, pear and mandarin flavors that make for a delicious mimosa experience. Bellini: Jazzy and delightful, this fruit cider balances terrific fruit flavor with excellent acidity.
88 points $15.99
The Apple Barn Cider House NV Bluebarb Hard Cider American
88 points
$23
A chewy, savory and mouthwatering combination of spicy apple, earthy berry, and floral notes that will be nice on its own or with appetizers.
The Apple Barn Cider House NV Red Lemonhead Hard Cider Tennessee
88 points
$23
A richly flavorful and fun strawberry cider treat.
Wicked Grove  Pearsecco Bubbly Dry Cider
88 points
$8.99
Best Buy
A fresh, dry Cider that has aromas of ripe fruit an a drier lighter palate.
88 points $8.99 Best Buy
Wicked Grove  Blueberry Cider
87 points
$8.99
Best Buy
A refreshing, natural tasting blueberry cider that is sure to please.
87 points $8.99 Best Buy
Vista Bay  Rush Variety Pack: Lime - Cranberry - Blackberry - Blood Orange
87 points
$14.45
Best Buy
Lime: A nice dry margarita-like lime seltzer that is quenching. Cranberry: A nice sweet and sour berry seltzer that is refreshing and balanced with nice length. Blackberry: Soft fruit flavors and a light finish; perfect over ice on a hot day. Blood Orange: A sturdy, dry orangy seltzer for parties and punches.
87 points $14.45 Best Buy
The Apple Barn Cider House NV South Cider American
87 points
$23
Crunchy apples and a smooth finish make for an ideal cider for a cheese plate.
The Apple Barn Cider House NV Simply Muscadine Grape Cider Muscadine
87 points
$23
Would be a good accompaniment to candied nuts and dessert cheeses.
The Apple Barn Cider House NV Simply Red Grape Cider Muscadine
87 points
$23
Sweet cider with pleasant acidity that cleans up the mouthfeel; great beverage to have instead of dessert.