Beat the Heat with Ice-Cold Hard Ciders as CiderFeast™ Returns to Haverhill’s Rep. Brian S. Dempsey Boardwalk
PRESS RELEASE / May 6, 2025 (Haverhill, MA) – On Thursday, June 19, Food Karma Projects brings the CiderFeast™ East Coast Tour to Haverhill at the Rep.Brian S. Dempsey Boardwalk behind Harbor Place. Standout cidermakers in Massachusetts and the surrounding region, plus thebest bites from favorite local restaurants, come together at this uniquely New England celebration.
“A sunset over the Merrimack River provides the perfect backdrop for enjoying the best hard ciders Massachusetts and the surrounding region have to offer,” says Food Karma Projects founder and CiderFeast™ producer, Jimmy Carbone. “At CiderFeast™ Haverhill, you can meet the people behind your next favorite pour while supporting our whole cider community.”
The 2025 CiderFeast™ Haverhill lineup features top Massachusetts cideries including Stormalong Cider, known for their artistic approach blending culinary and rare heirloom apple varieties; Artifact Cider Project, who use advanced fermentation practices alongside thoughtful sourcing of northeast apples; Far From The Tree Cider, building ciders with distinct New England profiles; and Ragged Hill Cider, a small cidery run by a father-daughter operation focused on making the finest cider possible with responsibly grown, local fruit.
The full lineup of participating cideries includes:
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Artifact Cider Project
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Bird Dog Cider
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Citizen Cider
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Eden Ciders
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Far From The Tree Cider
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Graft Cider
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Hilltop Orchards
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JMASH Cidery
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Moonlight Meadery
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New England Cider Company
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Ragged Hill Cider
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Russell Orchards
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Saltbox Cider
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Spoke and Spy Ciderworks
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Stormalong Cider
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Stowe Cider
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Vermont Cider Co.
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Woodchuck Cider
Pair sips of cider with bites from favorite local restaurants, including Barrio Tacos, La Pizza Di Forno, and Roasted Coffee Bar; SauceKing NYC™ award-winner Craic Sauce’s bold hot sauces, F-Word Farm’s handcrafted small-batch vinegars; and cookies from Sprinkles by Stacey.
Tickets are on sale now at ciderfeasthq.com. Tickets and packages start at $45 plus processing fee and include all cider tastings and a CiderFeast™ Souvenir Tasting Glass. Collectible CiderFeast™ Haverhill t-shirts designed by New England artist Mark Reusch will also be available for purchase while supplies last.
A media gallery for press use is available here, and interviews with cideries and event organizers can be arranged for pre-event coverage. For more information about CiderFeast™ Haverhill or to arrange an interview or press passes, please contact Jimmy Carbone at (917) 386-8357 or jimmypotsandpans@gmail.com.
CiderFeast™ Haverhill is a rain-or-shine event for ages 21 and up. The lineup and offerings are subject to change without notice.
CiderFeast™ Haverhill
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Rep. Brian S. Dempsey Boardwalk behind Harbor Place
2 Merrimack Street Haverhill, MA 01830
CiderFeast™ – Haverhill Tickets
Food Karma Projects events are grassroots-style celebrations that bring together award-winning and rising star chefs, restaurants, artisan producers, and distributors. Founded by Jimmy Carbone, Jimmy made his mark with Jimmy’s No. 43, an iconic bar in New York City’s East Village known for its approach to craft beer and local food. He expanded his dedication to regional food communities with the founding of Food Karma Projects, and under his direction, Food Karma Projects gatherings are recognized for their collaborative success stories.
Food Karma Projects’ diverse portfolio ranges from long-standing events to fresh new soirees, including Brisket King® NYC, Rib King NYC™, Pig Island NYC™, Bowl of ‘Zole™, and CiderFeast™. Each festival offers immersive experiences that attract food enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. For more information, visit foodkarmaprojects.com and follow along on Instagram and Facebook.
