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Giving advice on the Area's best chicken wings and best hard cider. Also always searching for more places to try wings and drink cider.

A page originally began as a source of humour, I've decided to use this this page for good once more. This time, instead of being derp and derp accessories, I will bring the world what it really needs. That is information on the best chicken wings in New York and eventually beyond, as well as the best Hard Cider on the market.

02/26/2026

You know what I've not discussed in an overly long time? A good that's what. Now these wings were from last week, but today is THE day to chat about em.
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Apple Cider BBQ Wings from in Saratoga Springs. 12 of these bad boys really fill up a plate, and your stomach too! The sauce...a little lacking on the flavor, maybe just a bit too subtle for the environment, but what I did get in flavor, was good. The actual wings themselves? Well 👏done. Not soft, and while not the crispiest ole thangs, they had great flavor, meat had appropriate texture, and overall, a very solid wing that did great to be an entire meal. Can't go wrong!
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Also, a perfect pairing to wash it down with a .
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More CiderCon recaps continue tomorrow! Cheers!

02/25/2026

The "newbie" social networking meet up for First Time attendees is a great way for people who maybe didn't a chance to go on a tour to meet, mingle, and talk shop with both other first timers and people who've been to more CiderCons than they can count.
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A fantastic ice breaker session before everyone goes wild with the Cider Share later that evening 😎.
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Here's a few sights and shots from that event...also don't adjust your phone screen...a couple of those photos are pretty yellow... equipment malfunction but kinda gives em a retro vibe. Enjoy!
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02/16/2026

Tis the season to begin the cider festivals! While we're certainly not through winter yet, don't let that stop you from getting out of the house.
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Over the years, their design may have changed, but has been a cider staple in Canada. However, for many, you may be surprised to know they offer more than a solid go to can in the stores.
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Their cider house in the Niagara region is beautiful...and while it's been since 2022 that I've seen it with my eyes, the photos they post do their space justice. Also, you can find a large selection of ciders not offered in stores. This coming Saturday, they're having a special Wassail event and dropping some absolutely stunning sounding ciders! This includes a Single Varietal cider made from redfleshed apples, a classic Russet, and a pear/wild apple blend.
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I've little doubt that these will be some of the best ciders to drop this year, so you're not going to want to miss this event! Cheers!
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02/14/2026

Hello party people! I needed a few days to come back to earth and get back into the swing of life & work after another amazing CiderCon, so now we're back with some more breakdowns from the week.
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A small group of attendees had the opportunity to tour and it's culinary museum, their class labs, & experience a world class meal from renowned chef T.J. Delle Donne.
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This sous vide, bacon wrapped Pork Tenderloin w/ hash & pureed Granny Smith apple was incredible! And the process behind everything that was a part of the meal...well, it's one thing to watch this done on TV, it's another to witness it in person.
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Thank you to Jason, the dean of the College of Food Innovation & Tech for leading the tour. While I can't provide you with smell-o-vision, just ask anyone who was there and they'll vouch for how cool this was.
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With an entire week of alcohol on the horizon, this was a very welcome diversion and incredibly eye opening. To learning new things, I say cheers to that!
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02/10/2026

One of the big takeaways from CiderCon that I always, already knew, but need to be reminded of, is how difficult it is for cidermakers to leave their farms and facilities and just taste around. That's part of what makes the nightly LobbyCon gatherings and the Cider Share such big hits. It's one of the handful of opportunities all year for some to try things from outside their region.
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As someone who's just a dude; I'm not making cider, I'm not planting orchards, etc, it's important for me to fulfill what I see as an essential role - a supplier of exotic and unexpected ciders to the crowd.
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It takes tact, patience, persistence to know when the right time to break out a special bottle is. It also is an art to have a feel on what places are under represented, and how to capture the attention of an audience with only a few words.
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I brought a few special bottles to CiderCon. I tried to spread the love to as many people as I could, helps I'm well trained in giving proper taster pours -

I "crashed" the pop up on Wednesday, but with...NY Cider from & . Two of the three cideries in the largest county in the state - only a handful of miles apart, but with completely different styles. Thanks to the for trying them out as well!
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Later on I helped actually quite a number of people relive previous trips to New Zealand when I pulled out this Barrel Aged cider that I am estimating is 6+ years old. What a treat that was.
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Lastly, during the grand toast, I shared my last two bottles - a 2021 SV Yellow/Golden Delicious cider from that people were pretty blown away by, and this really fun fortified cider from . Had to represent my Canadian friends who I've visited and who have been so generous to me over the years.
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I know that I enjoy sharing these just as much as others enjoyed sharing their creations with me, and I hope you all felt the same! Maybe put a few places out on people's radar! Cheers!
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02/06/2026

Crazy to think that 2026 is over already. An amazing time was had all week! So many great people and memories!

There's plenty more things I need and will post over the coming days, but currently focusing on getting to my place to stay for tonight and preparing for tomorrow's BJCP Cider Judge exam.

May all who attended get home safe!

02/05/2026

We're wrapping up all the official on-premise events for the first day of seminars here at 2026 in Providence, so while there's a quick minute, how about I finally get around to posting some shots from the world renowned Cider Share. Please enjoy...or don't. I'm all about choice.
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For me, the newcomers who stood out head and shoulders were from Vermont. All foraged apples means all good times. Now I say specifically "newcomers" as in new cideries to me here in the Northeast. Lots of CiderCon first timers who I know quite well and put their best foot forward.
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The standout cider overall, without question was the SV Discovery Ice Cider from . Rich, Luscious, refreshingly sweet, just almost otherworldly good.
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The good times keep rolling on and I'll be posting about them over the next few days, don't you worry! Or do worry, if that's your thing. Cheers!
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02/03/2026

2026 in Providence is up and running officially! The first session of the day was a deep dive into the chemistry of aroma hosted by the .

This session was proctored with a host of the best minds in the cider industry including Steven Trussler from , Chris Gerling from Cornell, , Dion from
& Jennifer from .

Enjoy a selection of moments captured throughout the workshop. No smell-o-vision sorry. Plenty more from the day to come! Cheers!
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02/02/2026

Sunday funday! Getting into Providence ahead of the beginning of any activity means time to explore, but not the city proper, nah, instead I took the opportunity to go down to Westerly and check out !
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Great space with classy yet approachable vibes on the inside. And a diverse list of ciders dry to sweet. But hell, even the sweet is not TOO sweet. I don't want to give away too much In case anyone reading is on the RI tour on Monday, but just know you're in for a good stop!
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After an extended stop, it was time to finally eat. There was a taqueria which I really wanted to check out, but damn it's been a hot minute since I had some wings, so I found a spot next to the taqueria that had them on the menu.
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The Brazen Hen is listed as an upscale Irish Pub experience. Had the feel nailed down. Adrian the bartender didn't quite strike me as Irish, but he was one hella chill dude. Going to just lay it out there - do not order the wings here. No issues with how they are cooked, and the Sweet Thai Chili sauce was incredible, but the actual chicken quality was very poor. I'm told it was a "newer" addition to the menu, but I recommended they just axe it. Some Irish Pubs have had decent wings, but to be fair, it's not the place I would expect wings, so if they don't have them, that's OK! But if they do, you have to come out with something better than this. I would still go back and try one of their other offerings though, the service was good enough to warrant it!
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Monday is when things really start to kick off. I'll be covering a culinary museum tour, then the shenanigans of the week will commence. Cheers!
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02/01/2026

It's hard to believe that we've survived the 12 months of January, and CiderCon begins in just a couple days! The travel begins tomorrow for many, including myself.
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Been very quiet on the socials so far in '26, and I've not minded it. That said, I've been working on some things in the background, and it'll be exciting to see them announced. Also, been preparing to be more Media -like this year at the Con...so if anyone wants to tell the story of their business, or general time in the industry, let's make something happen!
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It will be nice to see so many people again, and to meet many others for the first time. I think I'm an easy guy to spot, so don't be afraid to say hi!
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Let's see what Rhode Island has to offer and what's in store for us this week. Cheers!
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01/24/2026

It was a crisp Friday night at for their annual Wassail. I didn't catch any photos but there was legitimate bread in the trees and a couple people did dress up accordingly...the rest of us dressed for the weather 😂.

Hearty drinks both fermented & unfermented from local producers , , & and of course I brought some samples. Soup, lots of bread from , and warm company really made it a great time.

Next up on the cider journey is in just over a week. It's going to be quite the busy week, but it's shaping up to be twice as much fun. Hope to see many of you there! Cheers!

01/12/2026

Bonfire number one of the year is in the books. Some of my coworkers & friends hosted their yearly Yule burn.
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A good fire needs some good drinks. Everyone brought their own wobbly pop, but of course I had to come through with the ciders.
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This & a mixed case of OG certainly added to what was a great time and helped stave away the annoyance of constant rain.
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Certainly this is the right way to kick off " "😎 cheers! 🥂
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