Golden State Cider was founded on Devoto Orchards in Sebastopol, California, in 2012. The dry-farmed, heirloom apples grown there were already being sold at local farmers' markets, and cider provided a new way for buyers to enjoy them. Our first ciders were made from 100% fresh-pressed juice, celebrating the terroir and elevating apples as a fruit. As we’ve grown, these principles continue to lead the way.
Our goal is to keep apple trees in the ground, which inspired us to produce high-quality craft cider that highlights the regions where the apples are grown. We want to celebrate the rich heritage and apple diversity across the West Coast by continuing to use 100% fresh-pressed West Coast apple juice. This is our 'why,' and our path to truly becoming the Golden State's cider. This is what we stand by in everything that we do.To fulfill this mission, we plan to grow as California's largest apple purchaser in the category. We will continue to collaborate with generation-old apple orchards and farmers from premier growing regions throughout the state to create authentic orchard-to-can experiences that pay homage to the unique terroir and apple varietals of each specific orchard.
Apples are at the core of everything we do. Our goal is to highlight beautiful apple flavors and aromas in our ciders without overshadowing with sugar. The cider process starts and ends with 100% fresh-pressed apple juice. No water, no concentrates, and minimal intervention.
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Packaging
The decision to use cans was easy from the beginning as their carbon footprint and cardboard usage are considerably lesser than other packaging options. We are proud to do our part in reducing waste through using 100% recyclable packaging - even using recycled milk jugs for our can holders.
Waste Usage
Our centrifuge allows us to collect apple by-product and donate our production waste to the city, who generates power from our materials.
Sourcing
To push our mission of reducing our ecological footprint, we source nearly all of our apples from farming partners who do their part by primarily practicing dry-farming.
Along the way, we have partnered with non-profits whose values equally align with our mission in supporting and sustaining California. Through your support, we directly donate a portion of our proceeds to the following foundations.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
For over 30 years, the Monterey Bay Aquarium has worked to protect ocean life for future generations by inspiring young and old with the beauty and wonder of the ocean. Our support aids in their mission to conserve and educate about ocean ecosystems.
Farm to Pantry
Farm to Pantry is a Sonoma County non-profit dedicated to ending food insecurity by connecting community members with farms and farmers who have unsold and unharvested produce. Our contributions help them provide fresh produce to those in need.
Joshua Tree, California
Our support helps maintain the beauty and integrity of Joshua Tree National Park’s unique ecosystems. We assist in achieving programming goals in education, scientific and historic research, and activities.
California Redwoods
Our support contributes to the protection of the redwood forest by funding education, science, and restoration, allowing visitors to create lasting memories and experience the majestic redwoods.
Yosemite Conservancy
Our support helps protect the Giant Sequoias by funding research, preservation, and fire restoration efforts, ensuring these historic groves are preserved for future generations.
Redwood Empire Food Bank
The Redwood Empire Food Bank is the largest hunger-relief organization serving north coastal California from Sonoma County to the Oregon border. Our donations support their mission to provide nutritious food to those facing hunger.
Slow Food Russian River
A division of Slow Food International, this worldwide organization is dedicated to a global system that provides good food, a clean environment, fair pay, and food justice for all. Our partnership supports their initiatives to promote sustainable food practices and food justice.
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