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New York allows hard cider shipping by small producers
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New York Allows Direct Shipping for Small Craft Beverage Producers

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Have you ever wished that your favorite craft beverages could be delivered straight to your door?

Well, here’s a reason to raise a glass: A new state law has just gone into effect allowing small cider, mead, and spirits manufacturers to ship products right to customers, a privilege that has been afforded to wineries since 2005.

Angry Orchard

Courtesy of Angry Orchard

Hardscrabble Cider

Courtesy of Hardscrabble Cider

Rock Valley Spirits

Courtesy of Rock Valley Spirits

Nine Pin Cider Works

Courtesy of Nine Pin

New York is home to the largest number of cideries in the U.S. and is second in the nation for distilleries, with many based in the Hudson Valley, yet producers often struggle to reach traditional wholesale channels. Having the ability to ship directly gives makers access to new markets and allows them to build brand loyalty by connecting with customers.

Brooklyn Cider House

Courtesy of Twin Star Orchards

Black Creek

Courtesy of Hudson House Distillery

hard cider

Photo by Daniel Schwartz

The legislation is being lauded as a major pathway for the growth of local businesses in our area’s burgeoning craft beverage scene. Senator Michelle Hinchey (D-41) says “[This] is a lifeline for New York’s cideries and distilleries […] Sharing the incredible craft beverages of the Hudson Valley and New York with more areas through direct-to-consumer shipping is a huge win.” Cheers!

Bad Seed

Courtesy of Bad Seed Cider

Baldwin

Courtesy of Stone Ridge Orchard


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