thompson's cider mill
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A presentation showcasing the history and current state of Thompson's Cider Mill in Croton-on-Hudson, New York. Check them out at www.thompsonscidermill.comTRANSCRIPT
335 Blinn Road Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520www.ThompsonsCiderMill.co
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Our History
• Orchard land since 1870’s
• Part of Rickert Fruit Farm
• Bought by Thompsons in 1970’s
Our Location
CT
NJ
NY
CT
NY
40 Miles from Midtown Manhattan
Today
• About 500 semi-dwarf trees
• More than 30 varieties
Thompson’s Cider
• History of Apples and Cider
• Sweet apples: Nature’s Accident
• Our Cider: A blend of 6-30 varieties
• 3500 gallons each season
The Cider Making Process
Sorting and Grading
Washing
Crushing
Filling the Cloths
Layering
Pressing
Fresh Cider
Filling the Jugs
Pomace
Cider Facts
Cider vs. Juice?
Apple Wine
Many Varieties of Apples
We Welcome You!
Open Weekends from Mid-September through Thanksgiving