Pinball Cider

Pinball Cider is a nomadic hard cider brand operating throughout the Pacific Northwest, with a focus on naturally fermented, dry hard ciders crafted from rare cider apple varieties sourced from select orchards in Washington and Oregon. The company positions itself as a no-nonsense, minimal-intervention cider maker that celebrates the distinctive characteristics of heritage and rare cider apple cultivars, differentiating itself from mass-market cider producers through its emphasis on terroir-driven flavor profiles and small-batch production. The brand's flagship product, Dry AF, is a year-round offering described as crisp, clean, and unapologetically dry, reflecting the company's core philosophy of delivering straightforward, high-quality dry cider without unnecessary additives or sweeteners. In addition to its core lineup, Pinball Cider regularly produces limited-release offerings such as Cherry Plunge, a tart cherry variant, as well as archive releases including Ballyhoo (7% ABV), Natty Français (7% ABV), and Into The Void (7.5% ABV). These limited runs allow the brand to experiment with unique fruit combinations and fermentation styles sourced from its Pacific Northwest backyard. Operating as a nomadic brand, Pinball Cider does not maintain a fixed production facility in the traditional sense, instead leveraging the rich agricultural resources of the region to craft ciders that reflect the natural diversity of Pacific Northwest fruit. The company distributes to bottle shops, bars, restaurants, and festivals, making its products available through on-premise and off-premise retail channels. Its target market includes cider enthusiasts and craft beverage consumers who prefer dry, complex, and naturally fermented ciders over sweeter commercial alternatives. Pinball Cider's small-batch, exploratory approach to production — often releasing just one limited product at a time — reinforces its artisan identity and creates a sense of exclusivity and discovery for its consumer base.