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Peter Mitchell of Headwater Cider and (“almost Dr.”) Elizabeth Garofalo of UMass Extension give Claire, Monte, and Kaliis a peek at the winter wonderland of Headwater Cider’s homebase in Hawley. They talk about:

• Ice cider – a sweet treat that concentrates ciders’ sugars, sharpness, and flavors. Headwater just won an award for theirs!
• The two biggest challenges orchardists face: labor shortages and “climate chaos” (weather and pests don’t follow any regular schedule at all!)
• Why the small batch, estate cider Headwater and other western Mass cideries are known for is so different from “six-pack cider” – and why each batch is unique.

Headwater’s cider is available at many stores across Hampshire, Franklin, and Berkshire county. See the full list here!