Ricketts Cidery | Barrel-aged hard ciders in Benton
Ricketts Cidery in Benton has been producing authentic hard ciders since 2009, building on a family tradition of cider making that spans more than 70 years. This family-run cidery uses fresh apples from local orchards in Columbia and surrounding counties, pressing the juice on-site before fermenting and aging it in once-used oak whiskey barrels. The result is a lineup of ciders that range from dry and tart to smooth and semi-sweet, with bold fruit flavors adding creative twists.
Visitors to Ricketts Cidery can sip unique creations like Fuji Fanatic, Delicious Red, Ginger-Pineapple, or Peach, all crafted through careful fermentation and barrel aging. Some blends are aged up to three years, producing a smooth finish with distinctive character. Seasonal flavors like Cherry and Cranberry highlight the cidery’s dedication to experimenting with new profiles while honoring time-tested methods.
The tasting room is housed inside a beautifully restored nineteenth-century barn known as Green Acres Barn. Just ten minutes from Ricketts Glen State Park, the cidery offers a relaxed, family- and dog-friendly environment. Guests can enjoy a glass of cider, sample a flight, or try a refreshing cider slushy while listening to free live music on weekends. For variety, the bar also serves My Sister’s Kombucha and craft beer from Berwick Brewing Company.
Ricketts Cidery in Benton delivers small-batch, barrel-aged hard ciders in a rustic, welcoming setting that celebrates local flavor and family tradition.
Ricketts Cidery
