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Author: Kathleen Willcox

Time To Celebrate New York Cider – This Fall and For Years to Come

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If you like your apples fermented, you’re in luck: Cider Week New York kicks off on October 5. Here are even more ways to celebrate New York’s great apples.

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10 Things You Didn’t Know About Orange County’s Craft Beverage Scene  

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There’s no time like the fall to set your GPS for Orange County to experience OCNY’s little-known craft beverage secrets. These fun facts will keep you coming back for more.

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Sipping Sustainably in the Hudson Valley

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In the Hudson Valley, sustainability means safeguarding the land and community now and for future generations. Here’s how wineries are taking steps so you can sip more sustainably.

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Make Your Journey To Wine Country More Sustainable

The trick to going green while exploring in the Hudson Valley is traveling with intention and a plan. Here are some ideas to travel chicly and responsibly.

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Hitting the Road with Cider Heads Around the Hudson Valley

There are many influencers shaping the palates of contemporary cider drinkers. We reached out to a handful who know the best places to find fermented apples.

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We Kid You Not: Nine Family-Friendly Craft Beverage Spots in Orange County

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Read on for nine tasting rooms where you can enjoy a glass of wine, beer, cider, or spirits (or a non-alcoholic beverage) without any whining from the peanut gallery.

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Cue the Heli: The Perfect Gift for the Person Who Has Seen (and Done) It All

Independent Helicopters can wow even the most unwow-able with their impressive array of sightseeing tours around the region. Read on for inspo to create your own customizable adventure.

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How To Celebrate Cider Week in the Hudson Valley

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It’s time to toast local cider across the Empire State! Cider Week New York kicks off on October 6th and continues through October 15th. Check out these events in the Hudson Valley.

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Orange County Makes it Easy (and More Rewarding) to Explore its Craft Beverage Scene

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Orange County’s Trail Pass makes navigating around the county easier —and lets you earn points for great prizes when you visit member tasting rooms. Sign up to reap the rewards.

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A Glimpse of the Future from Innovators Shaping the Industry Today

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Read on for a look at twelve of the region’s most pioneering craftspeople and industry professionals to get their take on the future of the industry.

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Orange County’s Night Life is Hopping at These Craft Beverage Spots

If you’re thirsty for local libations with a side of night life, Orange County’s craft beverage scene is the place to be for after-hours entertainment. Here’s where.

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Celebrate Cider Week New York at Taprooms in the Hudson Valley

Cider Week New York kicks off May 5th with cideries, taprooms and restaurants across the state pouring, tasting, and enjoying cider. Here’s how to make the most of it around the Hudson Valley.

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