Crispin Cider Variety 12Pk Cans

Crispin Cider Variety 12Pk Cans is a mixed twelve-pack of cold-fermented hard ciders ranging from 4.5% to 5.5% ABV, made from fresh-pressed Pacific Northwest apples and pears. The lineup showcases Crispin's signature wine-yeast fermentation across multiple styles, including Brut, Rosé, and Pearsecco — each reflecting a distinct approach to modern American craft cider.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4.5%–5.5%  |  Origin: Milwaukee, Wisconsin (fruit sourced from Pacific Northwest)  |  Style: Mixed Hard Cider Variety Pack  |  Producer: Crispin Cider Company (MillerCoors / Molson Coors)

Production & Heritage

Crispin Cider Company built its reputation on using unpasteurized, fresh-pressed apple and pear juice — a deliberate departure from the concentrate-based ciders that dominate the mainstream market. The ciders are produced at the 10th Street Brewery in Milwaukee, where classic cold-fermentation with specially selected wine yeasts yields a drier, more complex profile than typical commercial ciders. Rather than relying on a single apple variety, Crispin blends five to seven apple cultivars to achieve layered flavor, a technique borrowed from traditional European cider making. MillerCoors acquired the brand in 2012, giving it wider distribution while maintaining its original production approach.

Tasting Notes

Brut — Aroma: Fresh green apple and white grape with a faint mineral quality. The bouquet reads clean and restrained, much like a dry sparkling wine.

Brut — Taste: Opens with crisp apple acidity that drives through a bone-dry mid-palate. There is no residual sweetness here — the finish is tart, lean, and champagne-like.

Rosé — Aroma: Delicate floral notes of rose petal and hibiscus layered over ripe apple and pear. A soft, aromatic opening.

Rosé — Taste: Apple and pear juice form the base, with hibiscus and rose petals adding a subtle botanical dimension on the mid-palate. The finish is lightly tannic and semi-dry.

Pearsecco — Aroma: Forward pear blossom with a hint of citrus zest. Light and effervescent on the nose.

Pearsecco — Taste: Subtle pear sweetness gives way to a tart, dry finish reminiscent of prosecco. The carbonation is fine and persistent, keeping the body refreshingly light.

How to Drink Crispin Cider

Each style in the variety pack is best served well-chilled, straight from the can or poured over ice. Beyond sipping, these ciders work well in several drinks: the Brut substitutes beautifully in a French 75, replacing champagne with its own bone-dry effervescence. The Rosé adds floral complexity to a Cider Spritz built with Aperol and a splash of soda. The Pearsecco makes an excellent base for a Pear Bellini, providing natural pear flavor without added sweetness.

Best For

• Hosting a summer cookout or patio gathering where variety keeps guests interested
• Introducing wine drinkers to dry, complex hard ciders
• Building a tasting flight to explore different cider styles side by side
• Stocking a mixed cooler for a weekend trip without committing to a single flavor

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Crispin Cider taste like? Crispin ciders lean dry and crisp rather than sweet, with fresh apple and pear character shaped by wine-yeast fermentation. The Brut is the driest of the lineup, while the Rosé offers subtle floral notes and the Pearsecco finishes tart like prosecco.

How does Crispin Cider compare to Angry Orchard? Angry Orchard tends toward a sweeter, more fruit-forward profile using apple concentrate, while Crispin uses fresh-pressed juice and wine yeasts for a drier, more restrained character. Crispin's variety pack also spans a wider stylistic range, from bone-dry Brut to floral Rosé.

Is Crispin Cider good for beginners? The variety pack is an excellent entry point because it lets new cider drinkers sample multiple styles in one purchase, from the approachable Pearsecco to the more challenging extra-dry Brut.

Where is Crispin Cider made? Crispin Cider is produced at the 10th Street Brewery in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, using apples and pears sourced from the Pacific Northwest.

What foods pair well with Crispin Cider? The Brut pairs well with raw oysters and fresh shellfish thanks to its dry acidity. The Rosé complements charcuterie boards, especially soft cheeses like brie. The Pearsecco works alongside grilled chicken or pork tenderloin, where its pear notes accent lighter proteins. Any of the styles hold up alongside sharp cheddar or a simple green salad with vinaigrette.

What sizes does Crispin Cider come in? This variety pack contains twelve cans. Crispin ciders are also available in individual cans and six-pack formats depending on the specific style.

Is Crispin Cider worth the price? Crispin positions itself as a premium craft cider within the mainstream market tier, offering fresh-pressed juice and wine-yeast fermentation at a price point that remains accessible compared to small-batch farmhouse ciders.

Why Crispin Cider?

What separates Crispin from most widely distributed ciders is its commitment to fresh-pressed, unpasteurized juice and cold-fermentation with wine yeasts — production choices typically reserved for small-batch producers. The blend of five to seven apple varieties in each cider delivers a complexity that single-varietal or concentrate-based competitors rarely match. Crispin's Rosé earned a 91-point score and Gold Medal from Best Tasting Spirits, and the Pacific Pear ranked ninth in Paste Magazine's blind tasting of 82 hard ciders, demonstrating consistent critical recognition across the range. For drinkers who find most commercial ciders too sweet or one-dimensional, this variety pack makes a compelling case for what mass-market cider can be.