Fall in New Hampshire means brilliant foliage, cozy sweaters — and the perfect excuse to sip a locally made hard cider. New Hampshire cideries have been perfecting the craft of turning heirloom apples into crisp, flavorful creations for you to sip and savor. So be sure to make some time this season to visit rustic cider mills, cozy tasting rooms tucked in apple orchards, or simply pick up some of this locally crafted beverage to enjoy wherever your fall adventures take you.
Bradford Bear, Bradford
This small, family-run cidery packs big flavor into its creative lineup. From the classic Original Bear to the blueberry-and-maple-sweetened Ruby Bear, every variety is a fresh twist on tradition. Try Spice Bear or Caramel Apple Bear for the ultimate fall indulgence. Bradford Bear uses as many locally sourced ingredients as possible and can be found at tastings and in local stores and on tap at restaurants statewide.
Butternut Farm Cider House, Farmington
Spend an afternoon this autumn exploring Butternut Farm’s orchard, then head to their tasting room — complete with both indoor and outdoor seating — to sample ciders made right onsite. Whether you prefer dry or sweet, you’ll find something to love here. Not sure where you land on the cider spectrum? Order a flight and taste your way through their refreshing range of styles. Watch for ticketed tasting sessions and a fall after hours event later in October.
Contoocook Cider Company, Contoocook
Set at picturesque Gould Hill Farm, this “tree-to-glass” cidery makes bold, award-winning ciders from heirloom apples. Their lineup includes unique varieties like ginger, cranberry, blueberry, and Fireside Maple. Pair your cider with their popular cider doughnuts or a handmade pizza all while soaking in the nearby mountain views. Live music on the patio makes this a must-stop fall destination.
Crucial 10 Craft Cider, Thornton
Tucked in the heart of the White Mountains, Crucial 10 crafts small-batch ciders with locally sourced fruit for a naturally bold apple flavor. Fall brings special seasonal pours like mulled cider and cranberry spice, along with favorites like New England Hazy Cider and Bonez Dry. Stop by the taproom to sample a flight, then grab a bite from the new on-site food truck, Smoking Bros BBQ. Planning ahead? Mark your calendar for Pressfest 2025 Cider Festival, happening October 4–5 — the perfect way to celebrate cider season in New Hampshire.
Farnum Hill Ciders, Lebanon
If you love crisp, dry cider, Farnum Hill must be calling your name. Known for their aromatic, extra-dry ferments, Farnum Hill uses specially grown apple varieties to create complex yet elegant flavors. Visit Poverty Lane Orchards to explore the groves and sip and sample their cider or pick up a bottle at retailers across the state, and in other states around the country. Sparkling, still, dry, or off-dry — there’s something for every cider fan.
North Country Hard Cider, Rollinsford
Now in its 11th year, North Country Hard Cider continues its mission of crafting all-natural, preservative-free cider on the Seacoast. Situated just outside downtown Dover, their tasting room is family and dog-friendly – boasting not only 19 hard ciders on tap, but also a selection of non-alcoholic cider, seltzers, salty snacks, and warm apple cider donuts. Enjoy a flight, fill up a growler, grab cans to go, and check out their event calendar for workshops, music and more.
Rhythm Cider, Tap & Grille, Lincoln
Rhythm Cider offers an artfully made selection of ciders perfect for pairing with their Tap & Grille’s creative American menu. This season don’t miss RhythmStock Hard Cider – a two-year, barrel-aged dry cider that’s lightly sweetened and dry-hopped with Nelson Sauvin hops for crisp white wine and tropical fruit notes – a collaboration with nearby Woodstock Inn Brewery. Visit on Friday nights through Thanksgiving for Free Cider Flights from 7pm – 9pm in the Tap Room. Can’t make the trip? Find Rhythm Cider in just over 200 stores around the state.
