Double Shovel Cider Co.

Brewery: Micro-cidery

Double Shovel Cider Co. is Alaska’s first micro-cidery. It adds something new to Anchorage’s brew scene, although pressing fruit to make refreshing drinks is as American as apple…cider! Hand-picked Alaska and Washington apples, berries, and syrups combine for ingenious ciders. Flagship Forget-Me-Hopped cider and other staples already have an enthusiastic following, and a visit to their chic taproom might mean an encounter with a small batch. Cranberry, rose hips, and even jalapeños are just a few surprise ingredients. Opt for a flight and sample a few.

The Double Shovel taproom hosts special events, and a roster of visiting food trucks means plenty of plates to go with a glass. You can also pick up cans and fill a growler to take with you. With handcrafted ciders loaded with Alaska ingredients, you’d be hard-pressed to find a more inviting place to find a new taste.

KNOWN FOR: Extra-dry, dry-hopped, and pineapple

LOCATION: 502 W 58th Ave Anchorage, AK 99518

CONTACT: (907) 562-1100 doubleshovelcider.com

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