Artifact Cider Project

Artifact Cider hits Central Square with delicious splash

Artifact Cider hits Central Square with delicious splash

In hindsight, Artifact Cider was inevitable. Hard cider, after all, has been a New England thing since the first Brits invaded the region in 1620. Combine the boom in craft brewing with the availability of great historic cider apples in western New England and it leaves us wondering, Why didn't it happen sooner? Rachel Bennett, Head Storyteller for Artifact, presents a cider tasting board The folks at Artifact aim to update the tradition of New England cider-making for modern tastes. They approach that mission with the verve of winemakers seeking to create a range of different beverages to appeal to different palates and to pair with different foods. They treat apples in much the same way winemakers treat different grapes. Thanks to preservationists and enthusiasts,...Read More