Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that Stone Ledge Cider will construct a new craft cider production facility and tasting room on the grounds of their 20-acre agritourism farm in Augusta County. The cidery will be a new amenity to visitors and guests of the farm’s Cider House Bed and Breakfast.
Committing over $330,000 in capital investment and adding six new jobs, the company will help strengthen the Shenandoah Valley’s steadily growing craft beverage market and tourism industry. Additionally, Stone Ledge Cider pledges to source Virginia-grown ingredients for its craft ciders, meads and cysers. Over the next three years, the cidery will purchase $166,858 of local apples, honey and other seasonal fruits, some of which will be sourced from Stone Ledge’s on-site orchard.
“Virginia’s status as the top state for business creates success stories like this, where a local business owner has the ability and the drive to branch out into another business area,” said Governor Glenn Youngkin. “We look forward to seeing Stone Ledge Cider build upon the achievements of the Cider House Bed and Breakfast and continue to bring value added experiences to Shenandoah Valley tourism and craft beverages.”
“We are very proud of the different ways Virginia agriculture and forestry helps to bolster the Commonwealth’s thriving economy,” said Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry Matthew Lohr. “Virginia apples, honey and other fruits will provide top-quality ingredients for Stone Ledge Cider, and the business, consumers and the region will all benefit.”
Source : virginia.gov