October marks National Pork Month and National Cider Month and to celebrate both occasions, Farmland teamed up with Number 12 Cider to introduce a limited-edition Maple Bacon-flavored Cider. The sweet, smoky and savory Maple Bacon-flavrored cider is said to embody the essence of the Midwest thanks to its use of locally sourced apples, maple syrup and natural smoked bacon flavoring.
For a limited time in October, cans of Maple Bacon-flavored Cider may be purchased with Farmland bacon at Number 12 Cider's taproom. The limited-edition Maple Bacon-flavored Cider will also be featured at Number 12 Cider's sixth Anniversary Party on October 19th, where the first 50 guests of legal drinking age will get to try a glass for free, and get a coupon for Farmland bacon. Additionally, the event will feature wood-fired pizzas using Farmland bacon, live music, photo opportunities and more.
What's Driving This Trend
- Locally-sourced Ingredients
- Utilizing locally-sourced apples and maple syrup highlights a growing consumer preference for regional craftsmanship and authenticity.
- Innovative Flavor Pairings
- Maple and bacon flavor integration into cider exemplifies the trend of unusual and adventurous flavor combinations capturing market interest.
- Limited-edition Collaborations
- The collaboration between Farmland and Number 12 Cider for a limited-edition product showcases the potential for co-branded, seasonal offerings to drive consumer excitement.
Who This Affects Most
- Craft Beverage Industry
- Craft cideries are exploring unique flavor profiles to differentiate their offerings and attract niche markets.
- Agriculture and Local Produce
- The use of locally-sourced ingredients such as Midwest apples and maple syrup reflects the agriculture industry's push towards local and sustainable sourcing.
- Gourmet Food Pairings
- Pairing maple bacon-flavored cider with food items like wood-fired pizza highlights an emerging sector of gourmet and complementarily designed food and beverage experiences.
