Lavender Honey Cider Medina | Blooms of Independence (New Release)
Blooms of Independence — Brand New Lavender Honey Cider
Release Date: February 15, 2026
8.5% ABV | Draft & 750 ml Bottles (Takeout)
Blooms of Independence is a brand new Lavender Honey Cider in Medina, releasing February 15, 2026. Made with apple juice from Geig’s Orchard in Seville, Ohio and finished with fragrant lavender and local honey, this cider opens with fresh orchard character and gentle aromatics. The soft sweetness and balanced finish make it approachable while still expressive, perfect for tasting and savoring slowly.
The Story Behind Blooms of Independence — Lavender Honey Cider Medina
This cider honors our Great-Great-Grandmother Independence, born on July 4, 1852. Independence was a farmer’s wife and devoted mother in rural Michigan, including to Eliakim III, namesake of our Eliakim Shot the Taxman Farmhouse Ale. While much of her life remains a mystery, the names of her children—Bloomy Gale, Birtie, and Phoebe—reflect a love of nature, creativity, and a quiet independence.
Blooms of Independence captures that spirit. Lavender blooms gently. Honey adds warmth and patience. Together, they honor a woman whose influence was steady, nurturing, and enduring.
How to Enjoy Blooms of Independence — Cider Tasting in Medina
This cider can be enjoyed on its own or explored through a tasting experience. Available on draft in the taproom, it pairs beautifully in a cider flight or a beer, cider, and wine tasting, allowing guests to discover how floral and honeyed flavors interact across different styles.
750 ml bottles are available for takeout, perfect for sharing at home or saving for a special occasion. Tastings are encouraged and often reveal flavors you might not notice in a single pour.
Plan Your Visit
Build your tasting using anything currently available in the taproom. Explore all current options on our Full Menu (Beer, Cider, Wine, Cocktails & Food).
To see what’s pouring or available for flights, visit Our Beers & Ciders.
Blooms of Independence is meant to be discovered slowly—through conversation, shared tastings, and moments that linger just a little longer.