About
Santa Cruz Cider Company is a family-owned and woman-owned cidery founded in 2013 by Nicole Todd and her sister Natalie Henze, using apples from local Santa Cruz County orchards they maintain themselves. They handle the entire process from picking, processing, fermenting, to packaging their hand-crafted ciders. Certified green and carbon neutral, they emphasize sustainability and local production.
Woman owned business
Certified green & carbon neutral
Made with local apples since 2013
Family owned and hand crafted cider
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Products
Berry Burst
A refreshing blend of apples and local berries, offering a sweet-tart balance.
Mountain Haze
A crisp, unfiltered cider with a cloudy appearance and bright apple notes.
Orchard Dry
A bone-dry cider with crisp acidity and subtle earthy undertones.
Pippin Reserve
Made from heirloom Pippin apples, this cider offers complex flavors with a crisp finish.
Spiced Harvest
A seasonal cider with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, perfect for fall.
Awards
Gold Medal, California Cider Competition 2022
2022
Silver Medal, National Cider Awards 2021
2021
Upcoming Events
Closure
Sunday 4/5/2026
Tasting room closed
Latest News
Tasting room will be closed Sunday 4/5/2026