No one could have predicted the explosion in hard cider production and cideries in New York State over the last few years! That is except for a few visionaries that took a gamble with a dollar and a dream. In 2013, an inspired young man from Columbia County had a dream to support New York agriculture by crafting quality hard ciders using apples grown in Hudson Valley orchards -- those that he explored, harvested and enjoyed throughout his childhood. Choosing an unassuming, gritty industrial warehouse near the Hudson River in Albany (and just under the shadow of a 32-ft. high towering rose that his artist father had painted 20 years earlier on the neighboring building’s brick wall) Alejandro del Peral established Nine Pin Ciderworks -- New York’s FIRST Farm Cidery in Albany’s revitalizing Warehouse District, just north of Downtown. A licensed "farm cidery" must manufacture more than 50 gallons and less than 250k gallons of hard cider or less per year, can do tastings within the state and must exclusively sell hard cider produced from New York State-sourced apples wholesale. Today, there are over 40 in the state and the New York Cider Association holds "cider weeks" across the state. If you're looking to tap into Alejandro's sensory memories of crisp apples and cool autumn days, you'll not only want to go apple picking in the Hudson Valley, New York State's #1 agritourism activity, but also take a tour of his 17,000 sq. ft. facility in Albany where Nine Pin Ciderworks crafts all of its hard ciders. His cidery tasting room offers experimental ciders and beer and cocktails made with New York farm-based beers and spirits, as well as gourmet light fare in a relaxed atmosphere. Nine Pin Ciderworks also offers an interesting array of events and activities. At any
No one could have predicted the explosion in hard cider production and cideries in New York State over the last few years! That is except for a few visionaries that took a gamble with a dollar and a dream. In 2013, an inspired young man from Columbia County had a dream to support New York agriculture by crafting quality hard ciders using apples grown in Hudson Valley orchards — those that he explored, harvested and
Dear EscapeMakers -- Wow, it feels like summer! And speaking of summer, we hope you join us for our: DUTCHESS FARMS & WINERIES WEEKEND (2.5 HOURS VIA METRO-NORTH RAILROAD FROM GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL) Saturday, June 9 & Sunday, June 10th NEW THIS YEAR! Take Metro-North Railroad to Dutchess County's Wassaic Station and we'll transport you to various farms and wineries - no car needed! Select your own Dutchess farm fresh stops via our hop on/off looper shuttles! The shuttles will run regularly on both Saturday, June 9th and Sunday, June 10th so you can plan your own day trip or weekend itinerary! Take in the warm breeze of early June while visiting the charming Village of Millerton. Explore McEnroe Organic Farm, its garden and cider bar; sample award-winning wines at Millbrook Vineyards & Winery or Cascade Mountain Winery; tap into sweet samples and learn about maple syrup-making at Soukup Farms; or sign up for an animal sanctuary tour at Lucky Orphan’s Horse Rescue. Depending on how you structure your day, you'll be able to visit all locations. Plus, we also have overnight packages based on availability. Stay overnight at a quintessential Hudson Valley inn and ride the looper both days! This is a great way to get out of the city for a day trip or a memorable weekend getaway while supporting local hard working farmers, winemakers and artisanal producers. Just reserve your shuttle space and then purchase your round-trip train ticket and any Metro-North full-service ticket vending machine or ticket window prior to the trip! RESERVE NOW!
Dear EscapeMakers — Wow, it feels like summer! And speaking of summer, we hope you join us for our: DUTCHESS FARMS & WINERIES WEEKEND (2.5 HOURS VIA METRO-NORTH RAILROAD FROM GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL) Saturday, June 9 & Sunday, June 10th NEW THIS YEAR! Take Metro-North Railroad to Dutchess County’s Wassaic Station and we’ll transport you to various farms and wineries – no car needed! Select your own Dutchess farm fresh stops via our hop on/off
Maple Weekend in the Sullivan Catskills! Dear EscapeMakers - Imagine sipping freshly boiled sap while learning about the age-old process of tapping maple trees. Enjoy New York Maple Weekend in the Sullivan Catskills. Pack up the kids and spend the weekend at Frost Valley YMCA learning about their maple sugaring operation while enjoying all of their on-site activities like archery, cross country skiing, snow tubing and more. Visit Justus Asthalter Maple Syrup, a fourth generation maple farm dating back to 1937. Guests will learn how maple syrup is made, while enjoying samples and demos on making maple cream and candy - beyond delicious. At Catskill Mountain Sugar House, an 800-acre NOFA-NY certified organic farm, you can have a tour and a taste - they're open from 9:30am-4pm on Saturday and Sunday, March 24th and 25th. Lean about their sugarbush operation and why they never tap roadside trees. No matter which maple producer you explore, remember to bring a bottle or two home for Baked French Toast, Maple Marshmallows and Parsnip Cake with Maple Pecan Buttercream. Explore more places and spaces in the Sullivan Catskills. Get your free travel guide! Follow at
Maple Weekend in the Sullivan Catskills! Dear EscapeMakers – Imagine sipping freshly boiled sap while learning about the age-old process of tapping maple trees. Enjoy New York Maple Weekend in the Sullivan Catskills. Pack up the kids and spend the weekend at Frost Valley YMCA learning about their maple sugaring operation while enjoying all of their on-site activities like archery, cross country skiing, snow tubing and more. Visit Justus Asthalter Maple Syrup, a fourth generation
Escape to the Perfect: Fall in the Great Western Catskills Dear EscapeMakers -- Just about 2 hours from New York City, find yourself in true farm country in Delaware County.This harvest season, as the stunning fall foliage adorns the rolling mountain landscape, their farmers welcome you to enjoy their bounty in the most literal sense - community events featuring local food, drink and farm life: Taste of the Catskills (Oct. 7-8) is a family fall festival that showcases the food, beer, crafts and wine of the region during a fun-filled weekend on the historic Maple Shade Farm. Plattepalooza (Oct 7) is a day on Plattekill Mountain with fall fare, beer, foliage chairlift rides, apple cider pressing and tons of family fun. Ponypalooza (Oct 7) at Rosemary Horse Sanctuary gives kids a chance to meet rescue horses and enjoy fun activities on the farm. While there, make the most of your stay by embarking on outdoor adventures such as world famous fly fishing, boating, hiking, golfing and much more. View this video for an overview, and visit greatwesterncatskills.com to plan your escape to the perfect in Delaware County. Visit greatwesterncatskills.com to plan your escape to the perfect in Delaware County.
Escape to the Perfect: Fall in the Great Western Catskills Dear EscapeMakers — Just about 2 hours from New York City, find yourself in true farm country in Delaware County.This harvest season, as the stunning fall foliage adorns the rolling mountain landscape, their farmers welcome you to enjoy their bounty in the most literal sense – community events featuring local food, drink and farm life: Taste of the Catskills (Oct. 7-8) is a family fall
Dear EscapeMakers -- Apple season is under way! From the Greater Niagara Region to the Finger Lakes to the Hudson Valley to Long Island, apple picking and fall festivals make great family day trips or romantic weekend getaways! Get info on pick-your-own orchards in New York State to explore on your own! Of course, you can always visit farmers markets in New York State and at Greenmarkets across NYC to stock up on your favorite variety of apples! Before you go, download a variety guide from the New York Apple Association: And don't forget, Cider Week NYC is 10/20-10/29 and New York State apple farmers and cider makers are counting on your support! Cider Week celebrates craft cider by increasing its presence in top bars restaurants and retail shops across New York City through cider-centric tastings, dinners, classes and more! Visit EscapeMaker at the Union Square Greenmarket on 10/20 for info on apple agritourism! EscapeMaker.com 172 5th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 Feel free to send us feedback! Privacy Policy & Disclaimer Follow EscapeMaker.com on:
Dear EscapeMakers — Apple season is under way! From the Greater Niagara Region to the Finger Lakes to the Hudson Valley to Long Island, apple picking and fall festivals make great family day trips or romantic weekend getaways! Get info on pick-your-own orchards in New York State to explore on your own! Of course, you can always visit farmers markets in New York State and at Greenmarkets across NYC to stock up on your favorite variety
Hardscrabble Cider is a micro farm-cidery founded in 2014 in North Salem, NY. The cidery, currently the only one in Westchester, is the brainchild of three nature-loving brothers with firm horticultural backgrounds – Alex, Kevin and Ben Covino of Brewster, NY. Farmers, scientists and businessmen all around, the brothers found inspiration in the words of local hero, Theodore Roosevelt, “Do what you can, with what you have, where you are”; and (Mother Nature willing) apples they have a plenty. Their family, who has a history in commercial tree farming, acquired a local apple orchard in early 2011, Harvest Moon Farm and Orchard in North Salem, NY. The brothers, having all recently graduated with Horticulture degrees from the University of Rhode Island, immediately took to the new operation and began revamping the farm, planting thousands of apple whips and consolidating for more growing space. The entire family, along with an extremely dedicated crew, works together tirelessly to run this orchard and expand its offerings each year. The hard cider operation is the newest expansion as of Summer 2015, and has launched Brothers Covino to the forefront of the craft cider scene here in New York. Hardscrabble Cider is the epitome of a hand-crafted, farm-to-bottle beverage. All stages of the process take place on the farm – from growing, picking and cleaning the apples, to pressing, fermenting and bottling the final product. The cider is pressed from a blend of all 10 apple varieties grown on site. Fermentation is meticulously monitored and filtering takes place several times to create the cleanest, freshest taste possible. In the end, the cider is hand-bottled and capped and then batch pasteurized to ensure stability. Their process makes for a handful of long days but also makes, as they like to say, “Cider worth drinking.” Learn more
Hardscrabble Cider is a micro farm-cidery founded in 2014 in North Salem, NY. The cidery, currently the only one in Westchester, is the brainchild of three nature-loving brothers with firm horticultural backgrounds – Alex, Kevin and Ben Covino of Brewster, NY. Farmers, scientists and businessmen all around, the brothers found inspiration in the words of local hero, Theodore Roosevelt, “Do what you can, with what you have, where you are”; and (Mother Nature willing) apples
Dear EscapeMakers -- Central New York is a great place to spend a weekend or a few days with the family, your significant other or a group of friends. Take the time out of your daily hustle and bustle to visit. Only a 4-hour drive from the city, there's no excuse to miss out on all of the excitement that is offered in CNY! Take some time to try something different. Experience a unique wine or brew tour by visiting some of CNY's great beverage trails. Or consider checking out some of Brew Central's most notable events, like the Third Annual New York Craft Brewers Festival, which will be held on Saturday, June 10. The Craft Brewers Festival brings together dozens of New York state's best breweries from every region featuring 125+ hard-to-find and award-winning beers.Not a craft beer connoisseur? Not a problem. The summer is a prime time to take advantage of the fresh food and locavore scene in Central New York. There are endless fresh fruits and veggies, unique brews and goodies, fantastic outdoor markets and food-focused festivals for you to explore. Upcoming Events: May 13 BOOTS N' HOLLOW II AT CRITZ FARMS Join in for a one-of-a-kind, can't-miss Critz Farms barn party! Enjoy fresh foods, unique brews and award-winning ciders! May 27-28 GRILLING 101: TASTE OF FLY CREEK SERIES The Mill's Chef feature their Apple Cinnamon and Vidalia Onion Barbeque Sauces and a Merlot Steak Sauce. Rubs and meat baths will also be demonstrated as an easy way to add flavor to grilled meats. Recipes and promotions are available. June 10 THIRD ANNUAL NEW YORK CRAFT BREWER FESTIVAL The Craft New York Brewers Festival will bring together up to 45 New York State Breweries from every region of the state featuring up to 130 hard to find
Dear EscapeMakers — Central New York is a great place to spend a weekend or a few days with the family, your significant other or a group of friends. Take the time out of your daily hustle and bustle to visit. Only a 4-hour drive from the city, there’s no excuse to miss out on all of the excitement that is offered in CNY! Take some time to try something different. Experience a unique wine
Celebrate in #corningflx this holiday season! Dear EscapeMakers -- The holidays are a magical time in Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes. Charismatic small town store shelves are lined with the perfect gift for family and friends. Sparkly lights line snow covered streets while families are out celebrating the season at various traditional and unique events. Christmas cheer can be felt throughout the region at events where families and friends can visit with Santa, build gingerbread houses, experience museums in new ways, and spend time in the breathtaking Crystal City. Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes is a warm and welcoming Holiday destination sure to bring out the holiday spirit in everyone! Find out where to find Santa during the holiday season! Make your own ornament at the Holiday Open House at Hands-on Glass! Plenty of holiday shopping at specialty shops! Great packages and deals for your next holiday getaway! Upcoming Featured Events Centerway Tree Lighting & Parade of Lights, November 27, Corning, NY Holiday Aglow, December 2-3, Hornell, NY Spirit of Christmas, December 2, Bath, NY Sparkle, December 3, Corning, NY Christmas in the Park, December 10, Hammondsport, NY View more events at CorningFingerLakes.com Visitponsor EscapeMaker.com 172 5th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 Feel free to send us feedback! Privacy Policy & Disclaimer Follow EscapeMaker.com on:
Celebrate in #corningflx this holiday season! Dear EscapeMakers — The holidays are a magical time in Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes. Charismatic small town store shelves are lined with the perfect gift for family and friends. Sparkly lights line snow covered streets while families are out celebrating the season at various traditional and unique events. Christmas cheer can be felt throughout the region at events where families and friends can visit with Santa, build
Amtrak.com If you can not view this html email click here GREAT GETAWAY ALERT! Summer Getaway Ideas by Amtrak! Dear EscapeMakers -- The perfect Summer Getaways await you off Amtrak's Adirondack route! Plus, SAVE 15% on Amtrak travel within New York State! FOOD & WINE FEST! - June 25th-26th - Take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey at the second annual Adirondack Wine & Food Festival. You will be introduced to some of the best wineries, breweries, distilleries, local artisanal food vendors, crafts and food trucks in NY State! STOP: Fort Edward + cab (21 mins.) STRAWBERRY FEST & CLASSIC CARS - June 26th - Visit the beautiful Lake Champlain region and stop by Crown Point Methodist Church, hosting its annual Strawberry Fest & Classic Car Show in Crown Point, NY. Enjoy live music, crafts, classic cars, and an abundance of strawberries! STOP: Port Henry + cab (5 mins.) I LOVE BBQ & MUSIC FEST - July 2nd-4th - Celebrating its 11th anniversary, the best show on barbecue returns to Lake Placid. This festival attracts competitors from across the country and continues to grow. Event days are filled with free samples, concessions, children's activities, live music and more! STOP: Westport, NY + shuttle (25 mins.) CHIP FESTIVAL - July 16th - Prepare your tastebuds for a legendary experience. Salty? Spicy? Cheesy? Potato? Corn? Thuck-cut? Razor-thin? No matter how you slice them, people love chips. Check out the 1st Annual Chip Festival in the birthplace of the potato chip: Saratoga Springs, NY! STOP: Saratoga + cab (10 mins.) BREW FEST - August 6th - The 2nd annual Plattsburgh Brew Fest will be held on the beautiful shores of Lake Champlain. 40+ breweries, wineries and local restaurants. Grab some friends, grab some beers and enjoy the sunshine! STOP: Plattsburgh + cab
Amtrak.com If you can not view this html email click here GREAT GETAWAY ALERT! Summer Getaway Ideas by Amtrak! Dear EscapeMakers — The perfect Summer Getaways await you off Amtrak’s Adirondack route! Plus, SAVE 15% on Amtrak travel within New York State! FOOD & WINE FEST! – June 25th-26th – Take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey at the second annual Adirondack Wine & Food Festival. You will be introduced to some of the
