Windfall Cider, the new BC-based urban cidery founded by married couple Jeff and Nathaly Nairn, recently launched a new "cold-weather cider" called the Sweater Weather. The crips cider features notes of caramel and vanilla and makes the perfect holiday gift for any cider-loving friends
Alongside the seasonally appropriate Sweater Weather cider, Windfall Cider also a modern rosé cider, dubbed Rose Coloured Glasses made from 100% BC apples and blended with Saskatoon berries. Other fan-favorite ciders from the brand include the Jackpot, the Hail Mary, and the Wild Card.
All Windfall Cider's products are made from locally sourced ingredients, crafted by exploring traditional techniques including using different yeast strains, wild fermenting, and barrel-aging. With food security having become glaringly important amid the global pandemic, "Windfall is proud to be paving the way in sustainable and local food sourcing. "
Cold-Weather Ciders
Windfall Cider Debuts Sweater Weather in Time for the Holiday Season
Trend Themes
1. Cold-weather Ciders - Opportunity to create innovative and seasonally-driven cider products that cater to consumers' preferences during colder months.
2. Urban Cideries - Potential for urban-based cideries to disrupt the traditional cider production model, offering locally sourced and unique cider options.
3. Sustainable Food Sourcing - Chance for cider companies to emphasize the use of locally sourced ingredients and sustainable food practices, aligning with growing consumer demand for environmentally-friendly products.
Industry Implications
1. Craft Cider Industry - Opportunity for craft cider makers to expand their product offerings to include seasonal and innovative cider flavors.
2. Urban Farming Industry - Potential for urban farming initiatives to provide local cideries with fresh and sustainably sourced apples and other ingredients.
3. Gift and Specialty Food Industry - Opportunity for gift and specialty food retailers to feature unique and seasonal cider products as part of their holiday offerings.