9th Annual Old-Fashioned Cider Tasting
Event Information
About this event
This year marks our 9th annual “Old Fashioned Cider Tasting” event at the Mill and 20 Years of Preservation! All proceeds benefit the restoration of the Kimlin Cider Mill.
In response to COVID-19, all current CDC recommendations will be followed. In addition, hand sanitizer will be available throughout, communal areas will be regularly cleaned and social distancing will be observed.
Planned Events
Cider tasting of our Kimlin Cider (available at this event only) plus other local sweet & hard ciders
Commemorative tasting glass with full cider tasting
Behind-the-scene Mill tours
Children’s activities, including inflatable characters by Inflatable Fun
Demonstration of cider pressing with an antique press
Raffles
Online auction from 10/4 to 10/20
Live music from the Roundabout Ramblers
Food from Dutchess Dog House
Apple fritters by the Fishkill Historical Society
Historic display by the Sports Museum of Dutchess County
Rain or shine! Under a large tent.
Tickets
Free entry
$15 – hard & sweet ciders, with souvenir tasting glass
$5 – sweet ciders only
$0 – sweet cider for ages 12 and under
Tasting tickets are available at the door, but if you purchase online (link here), you will be entered into an exclusive raffle of a jug of Kimlin Cider! Our small-batch cider is made especially for this event only and is not sold or otherwise available except for tasting.
Lunch, fresh made apple fritters, apple butter, and merchandise available for purchase at the event.
Cider Donors to date:
Kimlin Cider (sweet)
Fishkill Farms (sweet)
Stone Ridge Orchard (sweet)
Treasury Cider (hard)
Pitchfork Cider (hard)
Grand Brewery (hard)
Check back as we finalize additional cideries!
Follow the event on Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/kimlincidermillfriends
All proceeds benefit the restoration of the Kimlin Cider Mill.
Online tickets available through the end of the event on 10/16/21.
FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
No for sweet (non-alcoholic) ciders.
Yes for hard (alcoholic) ciders, 21+ with identification.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Parking is available along the East side of Cedar Avenue, Kimlin Court (just South of the mill), and at the old farmhouse across the street. Parking is first come first serve.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Email us with questions at cidermillfriends@gmail.com
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No, we will have a list of online ticket orders which will be at the entrance to the event.
What is the refund policy?
This event is rain or shine, no refunds will be given. Event is mostly covered by large tent in case of rain.
Organizer Cider Mill Friends
Organizer of 9th Annual Old-Fashioned Cider Tasting
The Cider Mill Friends of Open Space & Historic Preservation, Inc. began as a citizens’ group in May 2000 and in January 2001 became a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Cider Mill Friends pursued the purchase of the Kimlin Cider Mill for seven years. On February 20, 2008, the Cider Mill Friends became the official owners of the Mill and surrounding 1.8 acres of meadowland. Cider Mill Friends is now working to stabilize and restore the Cider Mill and property. We are an entirely volunteer (unpaid) organization.
