Virtue Cider Variety 12Pk

Virtue Cider Variety 12Pk is a mixed 12-pack of four farm-produced Michigan ciders ranging from 5% to 6.7% ABV, made by the award-winning Virtue Farm in Fennville. The producer earned 10 medals at the Great Lakes International Cider and Perry Competition (GLINTCAP), including a Best In Class Gold, underscoring the quality packed into this sampler.

Quick Facts: ABV: 5%–6.7% (varies by style)  |  Origin: Fennville, Michigan  |  Style: Mixed Variety Pack  |  Producer: Virtue Farm

Production & Heritage

Virtue Farm operates on a 48-acre property in Fennville, Michigan, producing cider through solar-powered operations with a commitment to sustainability. The ciders are made from heirloom Michigan apples that are hand-pressed on-site, with select expressions aged in barrels to develop added complexity. All four varieties in this pack use all-natural ingredients with no added sugar, relying instead on the character of locally sourced fruit to drive flavor.

What's Inside the Pack

Michigan Apple Cider (5.5% ABV): A semi-dry cider blended from heirloom Michigan apples and hand-pressed juice. Expect ripe apple aroma with a hint of oak and a touch of balanced sweetness.

Michigan Cherry Cider (5% ABV): Blends hand-pressed heirloom apples with local Michigan cherries, delivering a tart, rich cherry character with a touch of sweetness and the lightest ABV in the pack.

Michigan Brut Cider (6.7% ABV): The driest expression in the lineup, bearing crisp apple and citrus on the nose with a hint of yeasty depth. Clean and tart upfront, it finishes dry with a lightly oaky, lingering tail.

Rosé Cider (6.7% ABV): Floral notes lead into a dry, crisp finish. Matches the Brut in strength but takes a more delicate, aromatic direction.

Tasting Notes (General Profile)

Aroma: Ripe Michigan apple dominates across all four ciders, with individual layers of tart cherry, citrus zest, light floral character, and subtle oak from barrel contact.

Taste: The pack spans semi-dry to fully dry styles. The Apple and Cherry ciders offer gentle sweetness balanced by natural acidity, while the Brut and Rosé lean crisp and tart with more pronounced dryness at the mid-palate.

Finish: Clean and refreshing throughout, with the Brut showing the most lingering complexity — a light oak note and sustained tartness. The Cherry and Rosé finish brighter and shorter.

How to Drink Virtue Cider

All four ciders drink well chilled straight from the can, making this an ideal pack for tasting side by side. The Brut and Rosé also work as cocktail foundations: try the Brut in a Cider Mimosa for a dry, effervescent brunch drink; use the Rosé in a Cider Spritz with Aperol and a splash of soda for a floral, low-ABV aperitif; or mix the Cherry cider into a Cherry Mule with ginger beer and lime for a fruit-forward twist on the classic.

Best For

• Sampling Virtue Farm's range before committing to a full pack of one style
• Hosting backyard gatherings where guests prefer different flavor profiles
• Gifting to a cider-curious friend exploring Michigan craft producers
• Pairing flights alongside a seasonal cheese or charcuterie board

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Virtue Cider taste like? The variety pack covers a spectrum from semi-dry apple sweetness to bone-dry, citrus-tinged Brut, with cherry tartness and floral rosé rounding out the range. All four share a common thread of clean, hand-pressed Michigan apple character without added sugar.

How does Virtue Cider compare to Blake's Hard Cider variety pack? Both are Michigan-based producers offering mixed packs with fruit-forward options, but Virtue distinguishes itself through barrel aging, solar-powered farm production, and a no-added-sugar approach. Blake's tends to lean slightly sweeter and offers a wider range of seasonal and flavored ciders.

Is the Virtue Cider Variety Pack good for beginners? Yes — the four distinct styles let newcomers discover whether they prefer semi-dry, dry, fruit-blended, or floral cider without buying four separate packs.

Where is Virtue Cider made? Virtue Cider is produced at Virtue Farm, a 48-acre solar-powered cidery located in Fennville, Michigan, in the heart of the state's fruit-growing belt along Lake Michigan's eastern shore.

What foods pair well with Virtue Cider? The Michigan Apple pairs naturally with sharp cheddar and roasted pork; the Cherry cider complements smoked duck or dark chocolate desserts; the Brut works alongside raw oysters and grilled fish; and the Rosé pairs well with fresh goat cheese salads and light charcuterie.

What sizes does the Virtue Cider Variety Pack come in? The standard format is a 12-pack of cans containing three cans of each of the four cider styles.

Is the Virtue Cider Variety Pack worth the price? It positions as a mid-range craft cider offering, and the farm-to-can production, barrel-aging program, and GLINTCAP medal pedigree provide strong value relative to mass-market cider variety packs.

Why Virtue Cider?

Virtue Farm's 10-medal haul at GLINTCAP — including a Best In Class Gold — places it among the most decorated cideries in the Great Lakes region. The solar-powered, 48-acre farm operation in Fennville is not a marketing story but a verifiable production reality that shapes how the fruit is grown, pressed, and fermented. Barrel aging adds a dimension uncommon in canned cider, particularly at this price tier. For anyone seeking Michigan-made cider with documented quality credentials and genuine farm provenance, this variety pack is the most efficient entry point into the Virtue range.