From Across The Pond In England
How did Ed Gibson, an Englishman and former cider bar owner in the heart of England's cider country, wind up in Austin, Texas? Who knows, really? All that matters is he brought with him an encyclopedic knowledge of cider, a great recipe, and an eye for branding.
To The East Side of Austin, Texas
Ed quickly found Mark King, a man who understood the business side of beer and liquor better than anyone around. In 2013, Ed and Mark produced their first cider, Gold Top. With each new release, they brought more newly-minted cider drinkers into the fold. To keep up with demand, they built a brand new, state-of-the-art facility in Southeast Austin, where Austin Eastciders is made today.
Our Process
Cider Made Right!
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The process begins with cider apple juice concentrate from bittersweet apples. Because the juice is pressed at the source, the flavors are well-preserved until they are ready to become cider.
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We use white wine yeast to bring out the sparkly and effervescent qualities our ciders have become known for. It's why our ciders make such great bases for cocktails and are perfectly balanced for a light drinking experience.
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Good cider requires good ingredients. We use real Texas honey, real fruit, and are Kosher and Gluten Free. No artificial ingredients. Ever.
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Finally, every can or keg of Austin Eastciders is filled and shipped off ready to be cracked open and enjoyed at a barbeque, on the river or at your local bar.
Did You Know
Cider Isn't Supposed To Be Sweet
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It's All About The Apples
Influenced by tradition, we use bittersweet cider apples. Unlike culinary apples, cider apples are full of tannins that create astringency and a more complex flavor profile. We then marry them with apples from the Pacific Northwest for a perfectly-balanced cider. -
Only The Best Ingredients
Some cideries feel the need to hide the fact their juice comes from concentrate. Not us. Importing juice lets us use the best apples, reduces our footprint, and keeps unnecessary preservatives out of our process. -
Cider Got Sessionable
We believe enjoying a great cider means being able to enjoy more than one in a row. That’s why our ciders are crafted to be incredibly sessionable. Unlike overly sweet drinks, Eastciders won’t put you on the floor after knocking back a few.
AMERICA’S ORIGINAL DRINK
Before Prohibition, cider was the #1 beverage in America. When people here began making cider again in the 90s, culinary apples were the only ones available. That's why American ciders today tend to be overly sweet & syrupy.The Best Cider is the one you enjoy
Drink what fits your lifestyle
Austin Eastciders provides a variety of different cider styles to fit the needs of our diverse consumers. Like it light and refreshing? Super Dry is for you. Big, Bold and Boozy? Check out our Imperial Line Up! However you like it, we got you covered.
Everyone Can Enjoy Cider
We’re helping move the mainstream toward cider that’s lower in sugar and features more complex flavor profiles. And with a range of styles, we believe we have truly created ciders that appeal to beer, wine and cider drinkers alike. Not to mention, our ciders are both gluten-free and certified kosher.
Every Occasion Is A Cider Occasion
Get Out and Play
Enjoy a summer day at your favorite swimming hole and cool off from the heat with a refreshing Eastcider
Bring-Your-Own-Cider
Whether it’s your fave BBQ joint or your own backyard, our cider makes good times with friends even better
Straight Up or Whatever
On their own, mixed in a cocktail, or with a shot of liquor, there's no wrong way to enjoy Austin Eastciders
Cider Crafted Lighter
Did you know our cider less sugar than our largest competitors? That means less time spent at the gym, more time enjoying a cider you can feel good about.