{"title":"Stem Ciders","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"stem-cider-lavender-4pk","title":"Stem Cider Lavender 4Pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStem Cider Lavender 4Pk\u003c\/strong\u003e is a floral, off-dry craft cider made with 100% fresh-pressed Pacific Northwest apples and real lavender, bottled at 5.8% ABV. Produced in collaboration with Denver Botanic Gardens using lavender grown at their Chatfield Farms, this expression stands apart from generic botanical ciders through its direct connection to one of the country's most respected horticultural institutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 5.8%  |  Origin: Lafayette, Colorado  |  Style: Lavender-Infused Off-Dry Cider  |  Cidery: Stem Ciders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem Ciders operates out of Lafayette, Colorado, and has built a reputation for botanically driven ciders that go well beyond standard fruit blends. The Lavender expression starts with 100% fresh-pressed apple juice sourced from Pacific Northwest orchards, then undergoes infusion with dried lavender cultivated at Chatfield Farms — part of Denver Botanic Gardens. This partnership gives the cider a verifiable provenance for its botanical ingredient, distinguishing it from competitors that rely on generic lavender sourcing or artificial flavoring.\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 Dried lavender leads immediately, followed by fresh apple blossom and subtle hints of warm spice — cinnamon and cardamom linger gently in the background. The nose is clean and inviting without veering into perfume territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is bright and crisp, with tart apple acidity meeting a delicate floral sweetness at mid-palate. As it develops, whispers of cinnamon and cardamom spice add complexity, while the off-dry balance keeps things precise — never cloying. The interplay of fruit and flower stays focused throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium in length, the finish recalls lavender lemonade — effervescent, slightly tangy, and refreshingly clean. A soft floral echo persists as the acidity fades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Stem Lavender\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe cold, straight from the can or poured into a tulip glass to open up the aromatics. This cider's floral character and balanced acidity make it a strong foundation for several cocktails:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLavender Cider Spritz:\u003c\/strong\u003e Top a measure of dry gin and a splash of elderflower liqueur with Stem Lavender — the botanicals reinforce each other beautifully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrench 75 Riff:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substitute this cider for sparkling wine in a French 75; the lavender adds a dimension that pairs naturally with lemon and gin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCider Shandy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend half-and-half with a light wheat beer for a low-ABV summer drink where the floral notes brighten the grain character.\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 gatherings where a light, aromatic alternative to beer stands out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing non-cider drinkers to the category through an approachable, floral style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with brunch spreads or garden-party charcuterie boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to someone who appreciates botanical beverages and craft 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 Stem Lavender taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Stem Lavender delivers a crisp, off-dry apple base layered with pronounced dried lavender florals and subtle cinnamon-cardamom spice. The overall impression is bright and clean, often compared to a lavender lemonade in its balance of sweetness and acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Stem Lavender compare to Schilling Moon Berries?\u003c\/strong\u003e Schilling Moon Berries blends blackberry and blueberry with French lavender, creating a more fruit-forward and berry-driven profile, while Stem Lavender keeps the focus squarely on the interplay between apple and lavender without additional fruit. Stem's collaboration with Denver Botanic Gardens also gives it a more specific botanical provenance than Schilling's approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Stem Lavender good for cider beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its off-dry balance and familiar floral flavor make it highly approachable for anyone new to craft cider. The 5.8% ABV keeps the experience light and sessionable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Stem Lavender made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Stem Lavender is produced by Stem Ciders at their facility on Horizon Avenue in Lafayette, Colorado. The apples are fresh-pressed from Pacific Northwest orchards, and the lavender is grown at Chatfield Farms, part of Denver Botanic Gardens in Colorado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Stem Lavender?\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft goat cheese and honey crostini complement the floral notes directly. Grilled chicken with herb-forward seasoning mirrors the botanical character. Lemon tarts or shortbread cookies echo the cider's bright acidity. A light arugula salad with stone fruit bridges the apple base and lavender aromatics. Mild fish dishes like pan-seared trout work well against the crisp finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Stem Lavender come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Stem Ciders Lavender is sold as a 4-pack of cans, which is the standard retail format for this expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Stem Lavender worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Stem Lavender positions as a craft-tier cider, priced in line with other botanical and specialty ciders. The use of 100% fresh-pressed apple juice and genuinely sourced lavender from Denver Botanic Gardens' Chatfield Farms provides a level of ingredient transparency that justifies its place above mass-market ciders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Stem Lavender?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collaboration with Denver Botanic Gardens is not a marketing afterthought — it directly shapes the product by sourcing lavender from Chatfield Farms, giving this cider a botanical provenance most competitors cannot match. Built on a base of 100% fresh-pressed Pacific Northwest apples rather than concentrate, the foundation is clean and honest enough to let the lavender infusion work without masking anything. With a 3.8 out of 5 rating across nearly 1,500 reviews on Untappd, it has earned consistent approval from a broad community of cider drinkers. For anyone seeking a floral cider that relies on real ingredients and a genuine agricultural partnership, Stem Lavender delivers with uncommon specificity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stem Ciders","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838008881321,"sku":"8224","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"stem-cider-variety-6pk","title":"Stem Cider Variety 6Pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStem Cider Variety 6Pk\u003c\/strong\u003e is a six-can sampler from Colorado's Stem Ciders featuring two cans each of Real Dry (6.8% ABV), Hibiscus (4.3% ABV), and Pear (5.3% ABV). This variety pack spans the full spectrum of modern craft cider — bone-dry and apple-forward, tart and floral, rich and fruit-driven — making it one of the more thoughtfully curated samplers in the category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 4.3%–6.8%  |  Origin: Colorado, USA  |  Style: Craft Cider Variety Pack  |  Producer: Stem Ciders\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStem Ciders operates out of Colorado and has built a reputation for bridging traditional cidermaking with inventive flavor profiles. Real Dry is made exclusively from fresh-pressed Pacific Northwest apples with no added ingredients — a stripped-back approach that lets the fruit speak for itself. The Pear expression blends fresh-pressed Bartlett pears with apples, while Hibiscus incorporates tart hibiscus tea for its distinctive floral character, giving the pack three genuinely different drinking experiences rather than slight variations on a theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal Dry — Aroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean apple blossom and orchard fruit with a faint mineral edge. The nose is restrained and inviting without any residual sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal Dry — Taste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp and bone-dry from the first sip. Tart apple acidity dominates the mid-palate, finishing clean with no lingering sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal Dry — Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Short and refreshingly dry, with a subtle green-apple tartness that lingers just long enough to invite the next sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHibiscus — Aroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floral hibiscus tea leads, followed by a gentle berry-like tartness and a whisper of dried rose petals. It reads more like a botanical drink than a traditional cider on the nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHibiscus — Taste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light-bodied and tart, with hibiscus acidity front and center. A mild apple sweetness emerges at mid-palate, balancing the floral punch without overwhelming it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHibiscus — Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright and tangy, tapering off with a pleasant cranberry-like dryness. The floral character fades gracefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePear — Aroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe Bartlett pear and caramel on the nose, with undertones of fresh apple. It has a noticeably richer, more golden profile than its packmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePear — Taste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juicy pear sweetness opens the palate, followed by caramel depth at mid-palate that gives it unexpected complexity. A surprisingly tart finish keeps it from veering into dessert territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePear — Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium length with crisp, fruity acidity and a fading caramel warmth. The tartness on the close keeps things balanced and sessionable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink the Stem Variety Pack\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll three ciders drink best chilled straight from the can or poured into a tulip glass to open up the aromatics. Real Dry works as a clean, refreshing base in a \u003cstrong\u003eCider Mule\u003c\/strong\u003e, substituting for ginger beer with a squeeze of lime. Hibiscus is a natural fit for a \u003cstrong\u003eCider Spritz\u003c\/strong\u003e, topped with sparkling water and a citrus twist to amplify its floral brightness. Pear pairs beautifully in a \u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Shandy\u003c\/strong\u003e, blended half-and-half with a light wheat beer for a fruit-forward warm-weather drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing a beer drinker to the craft cider world\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer cookouts or patio sessions where variety keeps things interesting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting someone who appreciates Colorado craft beverages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side tastings to discover a personal favorite before committing to a full pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Stem Variety Pack taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e The pack covers three distinct profiles: Real Dry is crisp and bone-dry with pure apple character, Hibiscus is tart and floral with a tea-like brightness, and Pear delivers ripe fruit sweetness balanced by caramel depth and a tangy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Stem Ciders compare to 2 Towns Ciderhouse?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are craft ciderhouses known for variety packs and inventive flavors, but Stem leans into a broader stylistic range within a single pack — from no-additive dry cider to botanical-infused expressions — while 2 Towns tends to emphasize fruit-forward intensity across its lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Stem Variety Pack good for cider beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the three styles range from dry to floral to fruity-sweet, making it an ideal sampler for anyone still discovering their cider preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Stem Ciders made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Stem Ciders is based in Colorado, though the Real Dry expression sources its apples from the Pacific Northwest. The Pear cider uses fresh-pressed Bartlett pears blended with apples.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with the Stem Variety Pack?\u003c\/strong\u003e Real Dry complements sharp cheddar and charcuterie thanks to its dry acidity. Hibiscus pairs well with goat cheese salads or grilled shrimp, where its tartness cuts through richness. Pear works alongside roasted pork or brie, with the caramel notes echoing savory glazes. All three are natural companions to fish tacos or a summer fruit salad.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does the Stem Variety Pack come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard format is a six-pack containing two cans each of Real Dry, Hibiscus, and Pear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Stem Variety Pack worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions squarely in the craft cider tier and delivers strong value by offering three genuinely different expressions in a single purchase, eliminating the need to buy three separate packs to sample the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy the Stem Variety Pack?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat separates this variety pack from most competitors is the breadth of its lineup within just six cans. Real Dry's single-ingredient purity — nothing but Pacific Northwest apples — stands in deliberate contrast to the botanical complexity of the Hibiscus and the orchard-fruit richness of the Pear. That range signals a producer confident enough to showcase wildly different styles under one brand. For anyone exploring craft cider beyond the sweet-and-fizzy mainstream, this pack functions as both a tasting flight and a statement of what modern American cider can be.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stem Ciders","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838008914089,"sku":"33160","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/stem-ciders.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}