Vote for Hazy Gold® in the USA TODAY 10Best Cider Awards 🍍✨
- City Orchard
- Sep 3
- 2 min read
We’ve got exciting news—City Orchard’s Hazy Gold® has been nominated in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Cider! This tropical, imperial-strength cider is a fan favorite in our taproom, and now it’s up for national recognition. With your help, we can showcase Houston’s cider scene on the big stage.
What is Hazy Gold®?
Hazy Gold® is an imperial, unfiltered fruit cider made for those who crave bold flavor. At 8.0% ABV, it pours cloudy and golden, bursting with juicy tropical notes of orange, mango, and pineapple. The finish is smooth and refreshing, balancing sweetness and strength in every sip.
Think of it as a tropical vacation in a glass—big, ripe, and unapologetically bold.
Tasting Notes:
Style: Imperial, Tropical & Unfiltered Hard Cider
ABV: 8.0%
Flavor Profile: Bright orange, ripe mango, and juicy pineapple with a rich, golden haze
How to Vote for Hazy Gold®
The USA TODAY 10Best competition is all about community—winners are chosen entirely by your votes. Here’s how you can help:
You can vote once per day until Monday, September 15, 2025, at 11:59 AM EDT.
Share the link with friends, family, and fellow cider lovers.
Every vote counts and brings us closer to the top spot!
Why Winning Matters
This isn’t just a win for City Orchard—it’s a win for Houston’s growing cider community. Being recognized as one of the best ciders in the USA puts a spotlight on local craft makers, and we’re proud to represent our city with Hazy Gold®.
Join the Movement 🍏🥂
We’re currently ranked in the competition, but we need your help to climb higher. Vote daily, spread the word, and let’s show the country why Hazy Gold® is a true standout in the world of cider.
Thank you for supporting City Orchard and helping us make Houston cider history!
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