# Cold-Weather Ciders Windfall Cider Debuts Sweater Weather in Time for the Holiday Season By Grace Mahas | Published 2020-10-23 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweater-weather References: [shop.windfallcider](https://shop.windfallcider.ca/) Windfall Cider, the new BC-based urban cidery founded by married couple Jeff and Nathaly Nairn, recently launched a new "[cold-weather cider](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vineboxs-sweater-weather)" 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1868-berry-blush-hard-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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kopparberg-crisp-apple), 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. " Image Credit: Windfall Cider ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cold-weather Ciders:** Opportunity to create innovative and seasonally-driven cider products that cater to consumers' preferences during colder months. - **Urban Cideries:** Potential for urban-based cideries to disrupt the traditional cider production model, offering locally sourced and unique cider options. - **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. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Craft Cider Industry:** Opportunity for craft cider makers to expand their product offerings to include seasonal and innovative cider flavors. - **Urban Farming Industry:** Potential for urban farming initiatives to provide local cideries with fresh and sustainably sourced apples and other ingredients. - **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. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lighter Hard Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crisp-imperial-hard-cider.md) - [Holiday Season Hard Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2-towns-ciderhouse-sled-zeppelin.md) - [Summertime Cider Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cider-collection.md) - [Nostalgic Tangerine Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasonal-cider.md) - [Sangria-Esque Specialty Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialty-cider.md) - [Seasonally Spiced Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiced-cider.md) - [Invigorating Light Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-ciders.md) - [Holiday-Themed Spiced Ciders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kopparberg-spiced-blackberry-cider.md) - [Cider-Paired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-ice-cream-flavor.md)