cider lab
Welcome to Cider Lab
Cider Lab is where science and craftsmanship meet to create something refreshingly original. What began as a few curious experiments has grown into a full exploration of apples, fruits, and imagination. Every pour is guided by a spirit of discovery — equal parts art, precision, and a love of great cider. Here, curiosity isn’t just encouraged — it’s on tap. Step inside and see what happens when flavor becomes an experiment worth repeating.
Our Locations
From our first small-batch experiments in Sumerduck, to our full kitchen and urban tasting room in Spotsylvania, every Cider Lab location celebrates discovery, flavor, and community. Our Sumerduck cidery is where the science of flavor began, and Spotsylvania brings that same spirit to the table — literally — with handcrafted food pairings and our signature ciders.
Featured Blends
Upcoming Events
The experiments don’t stop at the lab! Our weekly bingo, trivia, and live music keep things lively, while festivals, blending nights, and special releases bring new flavors to the Lab. Explore the calendar to see what’s bubbling next at Cider Lab.
The Cider Lab Membership is for those who love to explore flavor all year long. Each member receives an exclusive annual Cider Lab growler and 12 fills—one each month—to keep the experiments flowing. You’ll also enjoy access to the members-only monthly blend, early entry to all Cider Lab events, and 10% off at every Cider Lab location or festival we attend.
Curiosity has its perks—join the Lab and taste what’s next.
Memberships
Mug Clubs
Each Lab has its own experiment — and its own Mug Club. Join at your favorite location to claim your mug, enjoy discounted fills, and get early pours of local releases. Because every Lab deserves its own loyal scientists.
About Cider Lab
Cider Lab began with a simple curiosity. When James and AJ Rasure first started making wine, they discovered a real joy in working with fruit — blending, fermenting, and experimenting with flavors until something truly special emerged. That curiosity led to a bold experiment — the Mango Habanero Cider — and from there, the Lab grew into a full exploration of fruit, flavor, and craftsmanship.
Our Sumerduck cidery is where the experiments began — a small woodland cidery and tasting room that lit the spark that inspired it all. In Spotsylvania, our urban tasting room takes that same creative spirit into the kitchen, pairing our ciders with experimental burgers and handcrafted dishes designed to complement every pour.
We keep our ciders crisp and clean, our perrys semi-sweet, and our jerk’ms full of bold personality. You’ll find favorites like Green Apple Cider, Strawberry Rhubarb Perry, and Blueberry Peach Jerk’m on tap alongside seasonal experiments that you can try in our unique test-tube flights
From local farmers markets to Virginia cider festivals and community events, Cider Lab is all about sharing what happens when curiosity meets craftsmanship. Wherever you find us — Sumerduck, Spotsylvania, or on the road — every glass is an invitation to discover your blend.