Finally, the time has come for Michigan apple cider. It’s the time we’ve all been waiting for, when we can take in that sweet, aromatic elixir, freshly-pressed from our favorite local mill, pair it with a cinnamon-encrusted donut and maybe take a basket of right-off-the tree apples home with us. We know you’ve got your stand-bys for this fall tradition. But in you wanted to mix it up a bit, here are some of the best around Michigan that we think are really special. Check ’em out.
- Almar Orchards & Farm, Flushing
Facebook This mill produces some of the best hard cider around, as well as carrying the usual fare of doughnuts they specialize in organic farming.
- Franklin Cider Mill, Bloomfield Hills
Facebook The cinnamon spice donut found here is absolutely amazing coupled with their fresh cider.
- Westview Orchards and Cider Mill, Romeo
joefoodie/Flickr This mill holds an annual Autumn festival where you can pick apples and make an apple pie.
- Friske Orchards, Ellsworth
Facebook OK, this sounds amazing. Cherry donuts are what’s on order at this spot, in addition to the orchard on Saturdays during October, a gift shop, farm market, and dining area.
- Yates Cider Mill, Rochester Hills
Facebook This cider has been around since the 1860s and is still a local favorite for its old-time pressing methods, family-friendly activities and, of course, donuts.
- Jollay Orchards, Coloma
Facebook Come celebrate fall at the Harvest Festival, which takes place here September and October. You’ll get to experience farm life to the fullest, with an animal farm, corn maze, hay rides and the apple orchard and pumpkin patch.
- Knaebe’s Mmmunch Krunchy Apple Farm, Rogers City
Facebook This cozy family-owned orchard and cider mill isn’t exactly a U-pick spot, but you can still get freshly-picked apples, stock up on yummy syrup, spicy apple butter, jams, baked goods and plenty of activities for the kiddos during the weekends in the fall.
- Robinette’s Apple Haus & Winery, Grand Rapids
Facebook Here, you’ll find some awesome cider, donuts, and even a lunch counter to feed your hunger. There’s also a corn maze and hay ride for the children and for the adults, fruit wines and hard cider from the winery.
- Spicer Orchards Farm Market & Historic Parshallville Grist Cider Mill, Fenton
sara hattie/Flickr At the orchard, you’ll be treated to fresh fruits, Michigan-made treats, and stuff for the kids to do, including a petting zoo, play area, corn maze, bounce houses, and hayrides.
Facebook A way’s up from the actual orchards, is the mill, which does some tasty, tasty cider and donuts. You know it’s good when there’s always a line out the door come fall.
Craving all things apple by now? You know you’re dying to get to your nearest orchard or cider mill. Tell us though, where do you just love to get your fix this time of year?
This mill produces some of the best hard cider around, as well as carrying the usual fare of doughnuts they specialize in organic farming.
The cinnamon spice donut found here is absolutely amazing coupled with their fresh cider.
joefoodie/Flickr
This mill holds an annual Autumn festival where you can pick apples and make an apple pie.
OK, this sounds amazing. Cherry donuts are what’s on order at this spot, in addition to the orchard on Saturdays during October, a gift shop, farm market, and dining area.
This cider has been around since the 1860s and is still a local favorite for its old-time pressing methods, family-friendly activities and, of course, donuts.
Come celebrate fall at the Harvest Festival, which takes place here September and October. You’ll get to experience farm life to the fullest, with an animal farm, corn maze, hay rides and the apple orchard and pumpkin patch.
This cozy family-owned orchard and cider mill isn’t exactly a U-pick spot, but you can still get freshly-picked apples, stock up on yummy syrup, spicy apple butter, jams, baked goods and plenty of activities for the kiddos during the weekends in the fall.
Here, you’ll find some awesome cider, donuts, and even a lunch counter to feed your hunger. There’s also a corn maze and hay ride for the children and for the adults, fruit wines and hard cider from the winery.
sara hattie/Flickr
At the orchard, you’ll be treated to fresh fruits, Michigan-made treats, and stuff for the kids to do, including a petting zoo, play area, corn maze, bounce houses, and hayrides.
A way’s up from the actual orchards, is the mill, which does some tasty, tasty cider and donuts. You know it’s good when there’s always a line out the door come fall.
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