Lyman Orchards Hard Cider Expands into Massachusetts with New Distribution Partnership Middlefield, CT — Lyman Orchards, a family-owned New England destination for more than 285 years, has announced the expansion of its hard cider into Massachusetts through a new distribution partnership with Quality Beverage, a division of Martignetti Company.

Lyman Orchards 1741 Hard Cider is now available in liquor stores and restaurants across Massachusetts, bringing two of its popular offerings, Connecticut Crisp and Orchard Blueberry, to a broader audience.

“We’re excited to expand into Massachusetts and introduce more people to our hard cider,” said John Lyman, Executive Vice President of Lyman Orchards. “We have been commercially growing apples for more than a century and are always looking for fun, creative ways to enjoy them.”

Connecticut Crisp, first introduced in 2018, is Lyman Orchards’ original hard cider blend. Freshly pressed with regional apples, this gluten-free cider contains no added sugar and offers a clean, refreshing apple flavor. It is 4.0% ABV and available in 16 oz cans (4-packs), as well as on draft in 1/6 and 1/2 barrels.

Orchard Blueberry, a new 2025 release, joins the lineup. This gluten-free cider blends hard apple cider with the juicy flavor of blueberry for a slightly sweeter, fruit-forward flavor profile. Orchard Blueberry is 5.5% ABV and available in 16 oz cans (4-packs).

The expansion marks another step in Lyman Orchards’ continued growth in the regional craft beverage market, building on its long-standing agricultural heritage and commitment to quality. With its award-winning fruit pies already sold in Big Y stores across Massachusetts, expanding its hard cider distribution into the state is a natural extension of the Lyman Orchards brand.

For more information about Lyman Orchards Hard Cider and where to find it, visit lymanorchards.com.

About Lyman Orchards:

Situated on 1,100 acres in Middlefield, Connecticut, Lyman Orchards is a year-round family destination. Established in 1741, Lyman Orchards offers a variety of recreational activities and venues for adults and children—including pick-your-own fruit orchards, a farm market, seasonal mazes, 36 holes of championship golf, a par-29 nine-hole course, one of the top golf-training facilities in the nation, 1741 Pub & Grill restaurant, meeting and event space, and seasonal festivals.

For more information, call Lyman Orchards at 860-349-1793 or visit lymanorchards.com.