Schilling Passport Pineapple Passionfruit Cider 6Pk

Schilling Passport Pineapple Passionfruit Cider 6Pk is an unfiltered tropical hard cider at 6.7% ABV, sold as a six-pack of 12 oz cans. Part of Schilling Cider's Passport series — which draws inspiration from global flavor destinations — this expression stands out for its juice-forward character built on fresh-pressed apple juice, pineapple juice, and passion fruit puree, earning a 3.9 out of 5 on Untappd across more than 11,000 ratings.

Quick Facts: ABV: 6.7%  |  Origin: Seattle, Washington  |  Style: Unfiltered Tropical Hard Cider  |  Producer: Schilling Cider

Production & Heritage

Schilling Cider is a Seattle-based cidery that has become one of the largest independent cider producers in the Pacific Northwest, with multiple accolades from the U.S. Open Cider Competition and Pacific Northwest Cider Awards. The Passport Pineapple Passionfruit expression starts with a base of fresh-pressed apple juice, then incorporates pineapple juice and passion fruit puree to build its tropical profile. The cider is left unfiltered, which preserves a fuller body and more authentic fruit character than typical filtered commercial ciders.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe pineapple leads immediately, followed by a wave of tropical sweetness and a backdrop of fresh apple. Passion fruit adds a slightly musky, exotic note underneath the brighter fruit tones.

Taste: The entry is decidedly pineapple-forward and leans toward the sweeter side of semi-sweet. Mid-palate, the passion fruit introduces a pleasant tartness that keeps things from becoming one-dimensional, with subtle hints of mango rounding out the tropical impression. The mouthfeel is full-bodied and juice-like — closer to drinking a tropical fruit blend than a traditional dry cider.

Finish: Medium in length with lingering tropical sweetness and a gentle tangy note from the passion fruit. The unfiltered body gives it a slightly textured, pulpy quality on the close.

How to Drink Passport Pineapple Passionfruit

Serve cold, straight from the can or poured over ice for maximum refreshment on warm days. This cider also works well in simple mixed drinks:

• Cider Colada: Mix with coconut cream and a squeeze of lime — the pineapple base creates a natural piña colada riff.
• Tropical Shandy: Blend half-and-half with a light wheat beer for a lower-sweetness, effervescent summer drink.
• Passion Fruit Spritz: Top with sparkling water and a dash of Aperol — the cider's sweetness balances the bitter herbal notes.

Best For

• Backyard barbecues and outdoor gatherings where you want something more interesting than a standard lager
• Introducing friends who prefer sweeter drinks to the world of craft cider
• Beach or pool days when a cold, fruit-driven option beats a heavy beer
• Pairing alongside spicy grilled foods where the sweetness provides contrast

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Passport Pineapple Passionfruit taste like? It is a pineapple-forward, semi-sweet cider with a full, juice-like body and balancing tart notes from the passion fruit puree. The overall impression is bright and tropical rather than dry or tannic.

How does Passport Pineapple Passionfruit compare to Ace Pineapple Cider? Ace Pineapple tends to be lighter in body and more straightforwardly sweet, while the Schilling expression layers in passion fruit tartness and has a fuller, unfiltered texture. At 6.7% ABV, the Schilling also carries slightly more weight than Ace Pineapple's 5% ABV.

Is Passport Pineapple Passionfruit good for cider beginners? Yes — its sweetness, familiar tropical fruit flavors, and juice-like body make it approachable for anyone new to hard cider or for drinkers who generally prefer sweeter beverages.

Where is Passport Pineapple Passionfruit made? It is produced by Schilling Cider in Seattle, Washington, one of the Pacific Northwest's largest independent cider producers.

What foods pair well with Passport Pineapple Passionfruit? Jerk chicken or Caribbean-spiced dishes, where the sweetness tempers the heat. Hawaiian-style poke bowls complement the tropical notes. Grilled shrimp skewers with a citrus glaze echo the cider's bright fruit character. Coconut-based curries mirror its tropical profile. Fresh fruit tarts or mango sorbet make a straightforward dessert pairing.

What sizes does Passport Pineapple Passionfruit come in? It is commonly available as a six-pack of 12 oz cans.

Is Passport Pineapple Passionfruit worth the price? It positions in the mid-range craft cider tier, and its combination of real fruit ingredients, unfiltered body, and consistently high consumer ratings across thousands of reviews represent solid value among tropical-style ciders.

Why Passport Pineapple Passionfruit?

In a category crowded with artificially flavored fruit ciders, this expression distinguishes itself through the use of actual pineapple juice and passion fruit puree atop a fresh-pressed apple base — all left unfiltered for a noticeably richer texture. The result has resonated widely, evidenced by more than 11,000 Untappd ratings averaging 3.9 out of 5. Schilling's broader reputation in the Pacific Northwest cider scene, backed by recognition at the U.S. Open Cider Competition, adds credibility to the brand behind the bottle. For anyone seeking a tropical cider that delivers genuine fruit character rather than candy-like sweetness, this is a dependable pick.