About
Distillery Lane Ciderworks is a cidery and orchard in Jefferson, MD, recently transitioned to new management by architects Patrick Welsh and Natasha Cunningham following Farmer Rob's retirement. They are launching an Orchard Renewal Program, replacing older trees with heat and blight-resistant varieties like Pixie Crunch, and plan to announce new cidermaking developments in 2026. Currently, bulk cider apples are available for purchase, and eating apples are sold at local farms.
Orchard renewal with heat and blight-resistant apple varieties
Pixie Crunch eating apples
Applewood furniture from milled old trees
Bulk cider apples
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Products
Celebration Cider
A festive sparkling cider with a bright, effervescent finish, perfect for special occasions.
Cherry Bounce
A delightful cider infused with local cherries, offering a sweet-tart balance.
Jefferson's Own
A crisp, dry cider made from a blend of heirloom apples, offering a balanced tartness with subtle fruit notes.
Kingston Black
A bold, single-varietal cider with a sharp acidity and complex apple flavors, sourced from Kingston Black apples.
Sidra Natural
Inspired by Spanish cider traditions, this unfiltered cider is funky, tart, and slightly effervescent.
Awards
Gold Medal, Maryland Governor's Cup 2020
2020
Silver Medal, Great Lakes International Cider & Perry Competition 2019
2019
Latest News
Farmer Rob is retiring; Patrick Welsh and Natasha Cunningham have taken over operations. Orchard Renewal Program starts this fall with new heat and blight-resistant varieties. Cidermaking plans to be announced in 2026. Bulk cider apples available; eating apples at Open Book Farm and George’s Mill Farm Store.
