Our Makers

Jerry is a botanist by training, and he just wants to make great cider! He’s our nerd cider maker. Jerry gets excited when talking about how fantastic cider can be, and how much you’re going to like our cider.

Justen is a Geologist/Environmental Scientist by day; Hop Grower and Cider Maker by night. Justen has been in the Environmental industry since 1999 and has been an avid home brewer and cider maker since 2012. Justen is often the boots on the ground at the cider barn; working on expansions, repair, cider making and giving tours to all that are interested.

Tom is passionate about growing food, education and community. As the orchardist he works hard to propagate and grow heirloom apple trees that produce excellent cider apples. You will probably find him talking about apples at the taproom, doing community service or in the orchards with his sons.

Mark grew up in southwest Virginia, spending his time outdoors and eating apples and cherries right off the trees. He loves playing bass guitar, riding his BMW through these hills and hollers and spreading the word about great cider and Virginia heritage apple varieties.