Looking for a fun fall activity in Mystic, CT? Established in 1881, and located in historic Old Mystic, is B.F. Clyde’s Cider Mill. This extremely popular, family owned and operated mill is the oldest steam-powered cider mill in the United States. Open for the fall months, take a step back in time and enjoy homemade donuts, wine, and cider-making demonstrations while walking the gorgeous grounds.
Best known for their gallons of sweet cider and delicious cider donuts, Clyde’s also has an assortment of baked goods and many products in their pantry. Apple turnovers, apple pies, apple dumplings, caramel apples are just a few of the fall goodies for purchase. Cookies, muffins, pies, and brownies are all freshly made on site.
Clyde’s is also famous for their wines and hard ciders. They are typically between 12-14% alcohol content, (with the exception of one named “The 8%” which is a lower alcohol content and very dry). Both begin by aging in oak whiskey barrels. The hard ciders go from the barrel to the jug which makes them oaky and raw. The wines are put through a filtering process and, because they are apple wines, they are different from the typical grape wines… but just as tasty!
These flavors can be made as both a wine or as a hard cider:
The Original- oaky
The Lucky Lion- similar to a scotch
The Boomerang- tart apple cranberry
The Goodfella- apple blackberry
The Blackout- tastes of whiskey, dry and bold
The Yellow Jacket: apple-orange
The “wines only” are absolutely delicious… Try any of these wonderful flavors:
The Mystic Mango- The newest, sweet and tart with apples, mango and cranberry
Apple Wine- light and dry
The Spider Cider- a favorite with pumpkin spices and great for a hot toddy
The Blueberry Spinner- sweet and succulent
The Cider House Blend- slightly sweet and tart
Apple Strawberry- sweet and tart with a strong bite
The Strawberry Bliss- sweetness abounds
The Spiced Apple- made with mulling spices and a staple for fall
Open 7 days a week. September – October: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. November – December: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
129 North Stonington Road
Old Mystic, CT 06355 (860)536-3354