One feast. Eight ciders. Endless reasons to pour local.
Thanksgiving is that one day of the year when chaos somehow feels cozy — the kitchen’s too hot, someone’s late, the dog has definitely stolen a roll, and yet… everything feels right.
We can’t help with your uncle’s conspiracy theories or the annual “who made the better stuffing” debate, but we can help with what’s in your glass. This year, skip the predictable bottle of wine and reach for something that actually celebrates New York’s harvest.
We lined up all eight of our bottled ciders and matched each one to a Thanksgiving moment (and personality). Because no matter who’s at your table — from the cool cousin to the self-proclaimed “gravy expert” — there’s a Nine Pin that fits right in.
Let’s pour.
The Icebreakers
Blueberry – The Cool Cousin
You know the one — breezes in wearing something effortlessly stylish, knows all the new music, and somehow brings the best side dish and the best energy. That’s Blueberry. Tart, refreshing, and stunning in the glass with its rose-pink hue, this cider was co-fermented with blueberries from Lagoner Farms and apples from Samascott Orchards. It’s the perfect opener for the night.
Pairs with: grazing boards, cranberry chutney, and awkward introductions that need a quick icebreaker.
Strawberry – The Social Butterfly
Strawberry doesn’t wait for dessert — it’s the friend who starts the dance party before the dishes are cleared. Bright, juicy, and joyfully fruity, this cider combines strawberries from Samascott Orchards and Fantasy Fruit Farms with our New York apples. It’s the glass that makes people say, “Wait, this is cider?”
Pairs with: baked brie, bacon-wrapped dates, and that first big laugh of the night.
The Classic
Signature – The Peacekeeper
There’s one bottle that keeps everyone happy — and that’s Signature. It’s crisp, balanced, and beautifully simple. Our flagship cider since 2014, Signature is the all-purpose pour that bridges palates and personalities. Think of it as the peace treaty between Team Dry and Team Sweet.
Serve it cold, pour generously, and watch as every hand at the table reaches for a refill.
Pairs with: literally everything. Especially family drama.
The Dinner Pros
Cider Monster ’23 – The Bold One
Every table needs a showstopper. Enter Cider Monster ’23 — bone-dry, complex, and layered with over 100 New York apple varieties. It’s our most powerful pour, aged for a year to develop its sharp, elegant bite.
Treat it like a red wine: serve it with the main course, let it cut through all the butter, herbs, and salt, and watch it make your turkey taste ten times better.
Pairs with: roasted turkey, herbed stuffing, gravy, and bold opinions.
Belgian – The Easygoing Guest
If you’ve got beer drinkers in the mix, this is the cider that’ll win them over. Fermented with a Belgian Abbey Ale yeast, it carries soft notes of tropical fruit and a creamy, bready finish that feels right at home next to roasted vegetables or anything umami.
Belgian is that guest who’s good with everyone — polite, mellow, and a little mysterious.
Pairs with: roasted root veggies, mushroom gravy, and second helpings.
Quince – The Zesty Optimist
Light, golden, and aromatic, our Quince cider is made from 100% quince fruit grown at Orchard Dale Fruit in Waterport, NY. With notes of pineapple and bubblegum, it’s bright enough to refresh your palate between bites of the rich stuff.
It’s the optimist of the group — cutting through creamy sides and bringing balance to your plate when you need it most.
Pairs with: sweet potato casserole, mac & cheese, and “just one more scoop” of stuffing.
The Closers
Cherry – The Sweet Talker
Dinner’s done. The candles are lower, the table’s quieter, and dessert’s about to appear. That’s Cherry’s cue. Crafted from sour Montmorency cherries from Bittner-Singer Orchards and apples from Samascott, this cider hits the perfect sweet-tart note. It’s not syrupy — it’s sophisticated.
A deep red color and a bright finish make it as photogenic as it is delicious.
Pairs with: pumpkin pie, chocolate desserts, and late-night gratitude.
Cider Monster ’22 – The Night Owl
The table’s cleared, the candles are low, and it’s time for something slow — like Cider Monster ’22. Aged one full year, it’s complex, dry, and quietly powerful — the kind of cider you sip slowly while replaying the best moments of the day.
Pairs with: leftovers, fireplaces, and stories that start with “remember when…?”
The Toast
Whether you’re hosting twelve, bringing pie, or just showing up with a four-pack and good intentions, there’s a Nine Pin for every seat at the table. Every pour supports New York farms and the growers who make Thanksgiving possible.
So this year, celebrate harvest the New York way. Pour cider that honors the fruit, the farms, and the people who made it.