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Produced by husband-and-wife team Right Bee Cider, Blossom stands out for its use of rooftop honey and delicate cherry blossom character that gives this expression a distinctly wine-like quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 6.0%  |  Origin: Chicago, Illinois  |  Semi-Dry Cider  |  Cidery: Right Bee Cider\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRight Bee Cider holds the distinction of being Chicago's first cidery, founded and operated by a local husband-and-wife team out of the historic old Schwinn bicycle building. The Blossom expression begins with juice from fresh-pressed American-grown apples, sourced from family-run juicers on the East Coast, then fermented to complete dryness using champagne-style yeast. It is then carefully back-sweetened with organic sugar and honey harvested from the cidery's own 10 rooftop beehives — a detail that ties the final product directly to its Chicago home and gives Right Bee its name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh apple skin leads the nose, followed by a soft floral lift of cherry blossom and a faint herbal lemon myrtle note. There is a gentle honeyed sweetness underneath that ties the aromatics together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is bright and apple-forward, quickly giving way to a burst of herbaceous lemon at the mid-palate. Cherry blossom and lemon myrtle emerge subtly, lending the cider a layered, wine-like complexity. A measured touch of honey sweetness balances the dry fermentation base without tipping into cloying territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light and crisp with a pleasant cherry blossom fade and a lingering drop of honey. The finish is clean and refreshing, encouraging the next sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Blossom Cider\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlossom drinks best chilled, straight from the bottle or poured into a tulip glass to open up the floral aromatics. Its semi-dry profile and moderate 6.0% ABV also make it a versatile mixer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCider Shandy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The herbaceous lemon character blends naturally with wheat beer for a refreshing half-and-half.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrench 75 (Cider Riff):\u003c\/strong\u003e Swap sparkling wine for Blossom — its champagne-yeast fermentation and floral notes hold up well with gin and lemon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCider Spritz:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine with Aperol and a splash of soda water; the cherry blossom and honey notes complement the bitter orange beautifully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm-weather afternoon drinking where something lighter than beer is welcome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing wine drinkers to craft cider through its wine-like floral complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHosting a brunch spread that calls for a low-ABV, food-friendly pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to a craft beverage enthusiast who values hyperlocal, small-batch production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Blossom Cider taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Right Bee Blossom Cider is a light, crisp semi-dry cider defined by herbaceous lemon, subtle cherry blossom, and a gentle touch of rooftop honey sweetness. Its champagne-yeast fermentation gives it a clean, wine-like character rather than a heavy apple-juice profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Blossom Cider compare to Virtue Cider?\u003c\/strong\u003e Virtue Cider, based in Fennville, Michigan, leans on European farmhouse traditions and often uses barrel aging, producing earthier, more tannic ciders. Right Bee Blossom takes a different path with its Chicago rooftop honey, cherry blossom infusion, and champagne-yeast fermentation for a lighter, more floral result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Blossom Cider good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its semi-dry balance, approachable 6.0% ABV, and gentle floral sweetness make it an excellent entry point for anyone new to craft cider or transitioning from white wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Blossom Cider made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Right Bee Blossom Cider is produced at Right Bee Cider in Chicago, Illinois, housed in the historic former Schwinn bicycle building. The apples are sourced from family-run juicers on the East Coast, while the honey comes from 10 beehives kept on the cidery's own rooftop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Blossom Cider?\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft goat cheese and honey crostini echo the cider's own honey sweetness. Grilled shrimp with lemon complements the herbaceous citrus notes. A light arugula salad with stone fruit plays off the floral cherry blossom character. Thai summer rolls with peanut sauce work well against the semi-dry finish, and mild pork charcuterie balances nicely with the apple backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Blossom Cider come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Right Bee Blossom Cider is commonly available as a 6-pack, which is its standard retail format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Blossom Cider worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Blossom positions as a small-batch craft cider from an independent, hyperlocal producer using rooftop honey and champagne-style fermentation — details that place it above mass-market ciders in both quality and intention. For drinkers who value provenance and distinctive flavor, it represents strong value in the craft cider tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Blossom Cider?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat separates Right Bee Blossom from the crowded cider shelf is its direct connection to place: honey pulled from hives on the cidery's own Chicago rooftop, fermented alongside fresh-pressed East Coast apples using champagne yeast. That production approach — dry fermentation followed by precise back-sweetening with organic sugar and local honey — yields a cider with genuine complexity rather than simple sweetness. The cherry blossom and lemon myrtle additions push it into wine-adjacent territory that most commercial ciders never reach. 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Produced at Chicago's first urban cidery, this expression stands apart through its use of honey harvested from beehives kept on the cidery's own roof, lending subtle floral complexity to a clean, approachable semi-sweet profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 6%  |  Origin: Chicago, Illinois  |  Style: Semi-Sweet Cider  |  Cidery: Right Bee Cider\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRight Bee Cider holds the distinction of being Chicago's first urban cidery, founded and operated by a husband-and-wife team in the city's Hermosa neighborhood on the northwest side. The cidery occupies space in the historic old Schwinn bicycle building, a fitting home for a brand rooted in local character. 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The champagne-yeast fermentation keeps it light and refreshing with clean acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Right Bee Semi-Sweet compare to Angry Orchard Crisp Apple?\u003c\/strong\u003e Angry Orchard Crisp Apple is a nationally distributed cider at 5% ABV with a noticeably sweeter, more fruit-forward profile, while Right Bee Semi-Sweet sits at 6% ABV and uses real honey from the cidery's own rooftop hives to achieve a more nuanced, less sugary sweetness. Right Bee is a small-batch, Chicago-produced cider, whereas Angry Orchard is made by the Boston Beer Company at a much larger scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Right Bee Semi-Sweet good for cider beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its approachable sweetness, low 6% ABV, and clean apple flavor make it an excellent entry point for anyone new to craft cider without overwhelming the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Right Bee Semi-Sweet made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Right Bee Semi-Sweet is produced at Right Bee Cider in the Hermosa neighborhood on Chicago's northwest side, housed in the historic former Schwinn bicycle factory building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Right Bee Semi-Sweet?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled pork chops benefit from the cider's apple-honey sweetness cutting through rich, smoky flavors. Sharp cheddar cheese creates a classic contrast of tangy and sweet. A spinach salad with goat cheese and walnuts complements the floral honey notes. Pulled chicken tacos with slaw work well against the cider's crisp acidity. Apple-based desserts like a rustic tart echo and amplify the core fruit character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Right Bee Semi-Sweet come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is sold as a six-pack, which is the standard retail format for Right Bee Semi-Sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Right Bee Semi-Sweet worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Right Bee Semi-Sweet positions as a craft-tier cider from a small, independent, husband-and-wife-operated cidery using fresh-pressed apples and their own rooftop honey — details that justify a modest premium over mass-market cider brands for drinkers who value provenance and local production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Right Bee Semi-Sweet?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat separates this cider from the crowded semi-sweet category is the genuine connection between ingredient and maker. The honey does not come from an anonymous supplier — it comes from beehives the owners maintain on the roof of their own cidery, a detail that influences the flavor and reflects a level of hands-on production rarely seen at any scale. As Chicago's first urban cidery, Right Bee carries a pioneering role in the city's craft beverage landscape. For drinkers seeking a locally made, thoughtfully produced cider with real character behind the label, the Semi-Sweet six-pack delivers substance beyond its sessionable 6% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Right Bee Cider","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838008094889,"sku":"29613","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/right-bee-cider.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}