B.F. Clyde's Cider Mill in Old Mystic, CT
B.F. Clyde's Cider Mill - Steam Powered Cider Mill in Old Mystic, CT - a National Historic Engineering Landmark
B.F. Clyde's Cider Mill - 2018
A visit to B.F. Clyde's Cider Mill in Old Mystic, Connecticut
September 24 2018
All Things Connecticut Clyde's Cider Mill Mystic Full Episode
Established in 1881, Clyde's is the oldest producer of hard cider in America. Inside, the 6th generation of the Clyde family is hard at work making what many people call The best sweet cider on earth! We'll show you how they do it in the last remaining steam powered cider mill in the country. This National Historic Landmark is truly one-of-a-kind.
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Steam Powered Apple Cider Mill - Steam Culture
Today on Steam Culture, Brent talks about B.F. Clyde’s Cider Mill which is one of the oldest and last steam powered cider mills in the United States. Located in Mystic, Connecticut, this mill is powered by a firetube boiler which makes things nice and steamy!
All of the amazing footage of the mill was done by WTNH News8. Their video is fantastic and please go and see their content here:
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Finally, go take a look at ASME's document on this mill:
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B.F. Clyde's Steam Powered Cider Mill
Belts turning and spreading the apple slop at the oldest (and last remaining) steam powered cider mill in the United States, located in Mystic, CT.
B.F. Clyde's Steam Powered Cider Mill
Turning the press at the oldest (and last remaining) steam powered cider mill in the United States, located in Mystic, CT.
B.F. Clyde's Steam Powered Cider Mill
The steam engine at the oldest (and last remaining) steam powered cider mill in the United States, located in Mystic, CT.
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B.F. Clyde's Steam Powered Cider Mill
Pressing the apples at the oldest (and last remaining) steam powered cider mill in the United States, located in Mystic, CT.
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Mystic Connecticut Quick Day Tour by Magisto
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9 Things to Do in Mystic CT
9 Things to Do in Mystic, CT
Top Attractions in this Historic Connecticut Coastal Village
Mystic, a shipbuilding and whaling hub in the 17th through 19th centuries, is Connecticut’s best-known shoreline spot. Situated on the banks of the Mystic River--the two sides linked by the state’s most photographed and fascinating bridge--it is home to must-see attractions that entertain families and enthrall maritime history buffs. Some of the best things to do in Mystic are beloved by state residents and famous far beyond Connecticut’s borders.
Make Memories at Mystic Aquarium
Far more than a refuge for a vast variety of water creatures including New England’s only captive whales, Mystic Aquarium is a research and rescue facility and a multifaceted attraction that captivates all ages. Allow a full day to experience all the aquarium has to offer including sea lion shows in the Foxwoods Marine Theater, touch tanks, a 4-D theater and an interactive “frogs!” exhibit inhabited by more than 30 species.
Mystic Aquarium is perhaps best known for its one-of-a-kind encounter programs, which allow visitors to meet a beluga whale or an African penguin up-close. Although the added fee for a close encounter is steep, the experience is one you’ll remember for a lifetime.
Explore Mystic Seaport
Mystic Seaport, a 17-acre village on the banks of the Mystic River, is Connecticut’s best living history attraction. Climb aboard the Charles W. Morgan--the last wooden whaling ship in existence and the crown jewel of Mystic Seaport’s collection of historic vessels; see a planetarium show; marvel at extensive collections of maritime art and artifacts; chat with coopers, shipsmiths and other village artisans.
One of the most interesting things to do is observing the restoration team at work in the Preservation Shipyard. The Mayflower II, a replica of the Pilgrims’ famous ship usually on view in Plymouth, will be here for several years, undergoing extensive restoration in preparation for the 400th anniversary of the Pilgrims’ landing in 2020. You’ll want to spend an entire day, and there are several lunch options right on-site.
Observe Mystic’s Bascule Bridge in Action
The bascule bridge spanning the Mystic River has been in operation since 1922. Never heard of a bascule bridge? “Bascule” is French for “seesaw,” and this unique style of drawbridge was patented by Thomas E. Brown--who also designed the Eiffel Tower’s elevator--in 1918. Much like a seesaw, the bridge is opened by the mechanical lowering of immense counterbalancing weights. When the bridge opens to allow tall boats to pass through, traffic backs up on Route 1.
Sail Aboard the Schooner Argia
You wouldn’t skip the Colosseum in Rome. Don’t miss the chance to set sail out of Mystic: Connecticut’s historic shipbuilding port. From May through late October, the two-masted Schooner Argia will take you through the bascule bridge and out dancing on the breezes of Fishers Island Sound. Pack a picnic or snacks and your own beer, wine or non-alcoholic beverages for a daytime or sunset lighthouse- and island-spotting cruise.
Sip Sweet or Hard Cider Made the Old-Fashioned Way
There’s only one steam-powered cider mill still cranking out sweet apple cider and potent hard cider in all of America. And it’s in Mystic, CT! Each fall, B.F. Clyde’s Cider Mill is a family fun destination for apple cider donuts, fresh-pressed cider and apple wine tastings. October and November weekends are the best time to go. That’s when you can see the old press in action, operating just as it has since 1881.
Dine in a Treehouse
Mystic has so many fun restaurants. When the weather’s sunny and warm, the one not to miss is The Treehouse at Oyster Club. It’s a breezy grown-up hangout high up in the trees, where happy hour--featuring $1 oysters and drink specials--lasts for two hours every day. As you might imagine, there can be a wait for this popular spot’s tables at meal times. So, go mid-afternoon, ask for a counter seat, and order appetizers, decadent lobster bisque and a local craft brew or two.
Cyder Market LLC presents at CiderCon2018: USA Cider Community Stats
CiderCon2018 presentation - Cider Market LLC
Presenter Dale R. Brown, Ph.D. Managing Partner at Cyder Market LLC
Actual title of presentation: US Commercial Cider Makers by the Numbers - A “Community” Perspective
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Dan Brown, Ph.D. of Cyder Market LLC presented this program during the lunch hour lecture at the United States Association of Cider Makers (USACM) annual conference in Baltimore, Maryland.
Cyder Market LLC has been collecting data on ciders for the past 8 years. This online resource has over 13,000 data entries and as Dale Brown said during the presentation “More data on you than you have yourself.”
In 2014, Cyder Market LLC began posting information on the cider community: What is the community and Who is the market?
Key notables during the presentation:
Currently over 3600 different cider styles being made by 820 producers.
90% of the makers have started their business since 2008
The state with the highest number of ciders currently is New York.
California and Michigan are currently tied at 87 cideries per state
There are only two states with no known cideries: Nevada and Wyoming
Questions asked at end
1. Does Cider Market LLC have similar info on Canadian cider makers?
Answer: Yes. Dale Brown says they do have some info as well as info from other countries (about 18 countries) however that was not included in this presentation.
2. What is the oldest continuously operating cider producer in the country as noted in slide #5
Answer: B.F. Clyde's Cider Mill located in Mystic Connecticut has the oldest steam powered cider mill in the US. It has been in use since 1881.
Slide 1: Presentation title
Slide 2: Current USA Cider Maker Growth by-Year: total 820
Slide 3: Current USA Cider Makers by-Type-total 820
Slide 4: Current USA Cider Makers by-State-total 820
Slide 5: New USA Cider Maker Starts by-Year/Type- total 820
Slide 6: same at Slide 5 with focus on shifts from 2013-2017
Slide 7: Cider Makers with “Tasting” Rooms by-Type
Slide 8: Cider Makers with “Tastings” by-State
Slide 9: Cider Makers by-Type with “Direct to Consumer” Shipping
Slide 10: Cider Producers by-Type for Sales Reach-total 820
Slide 11: Cider Makers “Urban vs Rural” by Type-total 820
Slide 12: same as above with focus on years 2013 and 2017
Slide 13: Cider Makers that Own/Lease/Share Orchards by-Type
Slide 14: Cider Makers Using Organic Fruits by Type-total 820
Slide 15: Cider Makers Using “Heirloom” Apples by Type-total 820
Slide 16: Key Community Considerations
Slide 17: Questions
Cyder Market LLC relies on makers submitting information on their business. Send info to dale.brown@cydermarket.com
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Steam Engine at Isaac Ludwig Mill with the Miller
The Miller Willie Ludwig, Great, Great, Great Grandson of Isaac Ludwig shows us how to use the steam engine, boilers and powerhouse. The Isaac Ludwig Mill has a rich, and colorful heritage. In 1822, Peter Manor, a French Canadian trader, built a sawmill at this site and subsequently had a small gristmill. In 1842, Peter Manor sold some land to the State of Ohio for the construction of the Miami and Erie Canal. As part of his compensation for the land he was granted perpetual water rights to power eight sets of 48 buhrstones and machinery. Today Providence Metropark District, current owner of the mill, has the water rights that obligate the State of Ohio to supply water to the mill's turbines. Manor started building a mill building but died before its completion. In 1849, Isaac Ludwig, a boat builder from Pennsylvania, bought and completed the construction of the mill. Isaac Ludwig used a breast-shot waterwheel to power the buhrstones. The mill prospered under Isaac Ludwig's management until his retirement.
In 1886 Augustine Pilliod bought the mill and hired an apprentice Frank Heising, a German youth who could speak English. Many of the local farmers were German and Pilliod needed someone to interpret and talk to the farmers. While Pilliod owned the mill, he made many changes. He decided to modernize the mill and added 25 feet to the existing building. The only remnants of the original Peter Manor building are the foundation and some framing. He removed the waterwheel, installed a turbine and put in roller mills. In 1908, Pilliod introduced an electric generator powered by a 140-horsepower Trump turbine. This enabled the mill to supply electricity for the mill and the surrounding area. Toledo Edison Company bought out Pilliod in 1918. When the railroads were built through Grand Rapids, Augustine Pilliod was contracted to pump water to the steam engines at their station in Grand Rapids. Pilliod installed a water pump in the basement of the mill, blasted through solid rock in the riverbed, laid an iron pipe and pumped water with the turbine one-half mile across the river. The line is still there and comes up in the basement. The pump is also still in place, but not in use. Augustine Pilliod retired in 1918 a wealthy man. Frank Heising, the apprentice, bought the mill and operated it until his death in 1931. His son, Cleo, along with the entire family, assumed the operation of the mill. In March of 1940, fire destroyed the upper part of the second level and the roof. The building was rebuilt as it exists now. The head houses were added at this time. In 1949, a new 36 Leffel turbine was installed, upgrading the mill. At this time much of the old machinery was replaced and the business was modified into a feed mill. The flouring operation ceased with the advent of the 1940 fire.
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B.F. Clyde's Cider Mill Cider Press in Action
No trip to Southeastern Connecticut in the fall is complete without a stop at Clyde's Cider Mill in Old Mystic. Clyde's has the oldest operational steam-powered cider press in the United States and in this case, older is best.
Clyde's makes arguably the best apple cider I've ever had and it is used in their delicious apple cider donuts and more. Don't forget to try a hot or frozen apple cider while you're there. You will be coming back again and again.