EVERY BOTTLE HONORS THE APPLE
Every apple has a story
Founded in 2016 based on a passion for historic apples.
Founder Kanin Routson has devoted his professional life to seeking and preserving some of the world’s rarest apples. Rooted in this goal, Stoic Cider uses superior apples to create exceptional ciders.
CREATING EXCEPTIONAL CIDERS
SINCE 2016
THE CIDER STORY
estd 2016
1995
Grafting Began
Kanin began grafting historic apple trees for the family ranch. The first trees were grafted on standard size rootstock and are now at full production age.
2002
First Orchard
The original trees were planted amongst the family's vineyard of grapes. The 'Vineyard Orchard' holds some of Kanin's first grafted trees that are now in full production. These initial apple trees were primarily southwestern heirlooms.
2016
Company Founding
Stoic Cider was founded on the Williamson Valley ranch where Kanin was raised. The company's mission is to create exceptional apples using superior apples.
2017
The First Batch
Stoic Cider's original cider, The First Batch, is offered to the public. This cider was made from heirloom apples from southwestern Colorado.
2018
Awards
Stoic Cider wins numerous Gold and Silver medals at the Great Lakes International Cider and Perry Competition, the largest cider competition in the world. Award winners include Dry Season, Meditations, Crimson Gold, and Golden Russet.
2023
Find Stoic Cider
Stoic Cider is available at select locations in Prescott, Flagstaff, and Phoenix, Arizona.
We are orchard
specialists first
Growing Unique Apples
At Stoic Cider, we're passionate about apples. In our ciders, you will find Newtown Pippin, Dolgo, Golden Delicious, Jonagold, Crimson Gold, Golden Russet, Dabinette, Yarlington Mill, Stoke Red, and more.
Varieties of Apples
honored awards
Locations in Arizona
Trees in our collection
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Questions & Comments
If you are interested in offering Stoic Cider on your menu or on tap, please submit a request and Tierney will reach out to set up a tasting.