Woodchuck Seasonal 6Pk

Woodchuck Seasonal 6Pk is a rotating hard cider from Vermont Hard Cider Company, bottled at 5.0% ABV in a six-pack format. Fermented with champagne yeast — a distinctive choice among American cider producers — each seasonal release highlights a different apple-forward flavor profile tuned to the time of year, from maple-accented spring editions to warming winter blends.

Quick Facts: ABV: 5.0%  |  Origin: Middlebury, Vermont, USA  |  Style: Rotating Seasonal Hard Cider  |  Producer: Vermont Hard Cider Company, LLC

Production & Heritage

Vermont Hard Cider Company, based in Middlebury, Vermont, is the producer behind the Woodchuck brand — one of the earliest and most widely distributed American hard ciders. The company sources apples regionally and ferments its ciders using champagne yeast rather than the ale or wine yeast typical of many competitors, resulting in a cleaner, crisper fermentation character with finer carbonation. The Seasonal series rotates its recipe throughout the year, with past releases including Fall Harvest, Winter Chill, a maple-infused spring cider, and lighter summer expressions, each built on the brand's signature apple base.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh red apple dominates the nose, followed by subtle floral and orchard-fruit notes. Depending on the seasonal variant, secondary aromas may include warm spice, citrus zest, or light caramel.

Taste: The palate opens with clean, crisp apple sweetness that avoids cloying territory. Mid-palate, a gentle tartness builds alongside a hint of sour citrus, balancing the fruit sugars. The overall impression is medium-bodied with a semi-dry lean, letting the apple character carry the profile without excessive sugar.

Finish: A bittersweet apple fade lingers with a subtle caramel undertone. The champagne-yeast fermentation contributes a dry, effervescent close that keeps each sip refreshing.

How to Drink Woodchuck Seasonal

Served chilled at around 40–45°F, Woodchuck Seasonal drinks well straight from the bottle or poured into a tulip glass to capture the aromatics. It also works as a versatile mixer in cider-based drinks: try it in a Cider Mule with ginger beer and lime for an effervescent kick; a Cider Mimosa blended with orange juice for a brunch alternative; or an Apple Bourbon Smash with a shot of bourbon and fresh mint, where the cider's tartness offsets the whiskey's richness.

Best For

• Introducing craft cider to friends who typically drink beer
• Seasonal cookouts, tailgates, and outdoor gatherings
• Stocking a holiday party with a gluten-free-friendly option
• Exploring how a single brand interprets different seasons through cider

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Woodchuck Seasonal taste like? It delivers a crisp, medium-bodied apple flavor balanced by gentle tartness and a semi-dry finish, with each seasonal release adding its own accent — warm spice in winter, brighter citrus in summer.

How does Woodchuck Seasonal compare to Angry Orchard? Woodchuck uses champagne yeast for a drier, crisper fermentation profile, while Angry Orchard tends toward a sweeter, more fruit-forward style. Drinkers who prefer less residual sweetness typically gravitate toward Woodchuck.

Is Woodchuck Seasonal good for beginners? Yes — at 5.0% ABV with approachable apple sweetness and mild tartness, it serves as an accessible entry point for anyone new to hard cider.

Where is Woodchuck Seasonal made? Woodchuck Seasonal is produced by the Vermont Hard Cider Company in Middlebury, Vermont, a region with a long history of apple cultivation and cider production.

What foods pair well with Woodchuck Seasonal? Sharp cheddar or Gruyère highlights the cider's tartness; roasted pork or smoked sausage complements its apple character; a mixed green salad with vinaigrette mirrors its acidity; spiced apple desserts echo its fruit core; and mild fish tacos benefit from its crisp, cleansing finish.

What sizes does Woodchuck Seasonal come in? The standard retail format is a six-pack of 12 oz bottles, consistent with most Woodchuck offerings.

Is Woodchuck Seasonal worth the price? Woodchuck Seasonal positions as a mainstream craft cider — competitively priced against peers like Angry Orchard and Stella Artois Cidre — and delivers solid variety through its rotating recipes, making the six-pack a reliable value in the category.

Why Woodchuck Seasonal?

The use of champagne yeast is the clearest differentiator here, producing a cleaner fermentation character and finer bead than most mass-market ciders fermented with ale or wine yeast. The rotating seasonal format keeps the lineup fresh and gives returning drinkers a reason to revisit the brand throughout the year. With roots in Middlebury, Vermont — one of America's established cider-producing regions — Woodchuck carries legitimate heritage in a category that has seen rapid newcomer growth. For drinkers seeking a balanced, not-too-sweet cider that shifts with the seasons, this six-pack consistently delivers.