Cider is the fresh pressed apple juice we make on our farm. It is brown in color because it is unfiltered and the apples brown from their natural oxidation process, but the flavor is like biting into a fresh apple!
Our Cider has no added sugar or preservatives, just apples! (In fact, we estimate about 36 apples per gallon!) We use a special blend of sweet and tart apples to give it just the right flavor, and there are no other spices or flavors added. It is best if used within 7-10 days, and can be frozen to keep even longer! Just remove about a cup to allow room for expansion, and freeze. We recommend using it within one year, and shaking well after thawing.
We do not offer party packages but you can reserve a campfire site to have a private place where you can have a cake, a fire, maybe lunch or snacks. You can bring in extra tables or chairs to make it more comfortable for your group, but the site does have benches and a counter provided. All reservations are done through our website.
If you are interested in donuts or cider for your group, you can pre-order if you call us a day in advance (815-825-2158), and we will have them ready for you the day of your event. We have cinnamon sugar, chocolate, vanilla, and maple frosted donuts for those who pre-order.
We design the Haunt each year to give you a good experience. While we hope that you have a number of good scares, our intent is not to overly frighten you. We recommend the Haunted Maze for children over the age of 13 and do not allow unaccompanied children under the age of 16 to enter the maze without a chaperone. Children under the age of 13 can still attend the maze with a chaperone.
Outdoor activities close for the season the last weekend of October. In November, the Store and Bakery is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays but remains open Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00AM – 5:00PM through the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Apple picking will continue until quantities are unavailable or until we receive a hard freeze.
Our Cider House is open Saturday and Sunday from 10:00AM – 5:00PM in November, until the last day of the season. In the off season, we occasionally have special events on our farm and in the Cider House. Like us on Facebook to stay up to date!
We accept cash and credit cards and Apple pay in all locations.
Due to the seasonal nature of our business, we do our best to support the community and will donate to select non-profit organizations or events in our community in the late summer/fall season. We focus on donating to causes in DeKalb County, and causes that feed our community or are agricultural in nature. Please submit a form for consideration.
