To learn more or see current offerings, visit facebook. Thursday through Sunday until the end of the season. Pankiewicz Cider Mill & Farm Market is open from 9 a.m.
Pankiewicz Cider Mill & Farm Market employees and sisters, Charlene Hardy and Alyssa Hardy, pose for a photo in between prepping donuts. Experience the Mill Marketplace with of over 150 specialty foods including fresh fudge, aged cheddar cheese, salsas, apple wines and hard ciders. “And that's what dad really started, so we're carrying on that mom-and-pop tradition.” “It’s about the people, not the big commercialization,” says Stanley Pankiewicz III. “I’m going to stay a small-time, quality producer.” “I’m not interested in becoming a mass-quantity producer,” says Steve Pankiewicz. We've been here a couple of times and every time we come it's been great."Īs for the growth of the cider mill and farm? That’ll be reserved for just the apple trees and crops as they wish to stay small and maintain that cozy, family feel characteristic of the business. "Everyone's really friendly and it's right in our backyard basically. We really like it here," says Dawn Schweiger. "It's nice because it's small, quiet, and the donuts are good. Jeff and Dawn Schweiger pose for a photo with their children Madison (left) and Luke at Pankiewicz Cider Mill & Farm Market. “Customers can experience and expect great customer service and a great product line, all in a small quiet country setting,” says Steve Pankiewicz. The store also offers items such as honey, salad dressings, and preserves. They create a variety of freshly made products such as pies, apple cider, caramel apples, and donuts. In addition to apple varieties such as McIntosh, Honeycrisp, Rome, Paula Red, Golden Delicious, Jonathan, Mutsu, and Winesap, the farm grows other fruits and vegetables including sweet corn, squash, and pumpkins. (From left) Stanley Pankiewicz III, Steve Pankiewicz, Theresa Pankiewicz, Josiah Pankiewicz, and Andrew Pankiewicz pose for a photo at Pankiewicz Cider Mill & Farm Market on Sunday, Oct. “My brother Stanley and I are working together to continue on the family farm as a team,” says Steve Pankiewicz. Many family members have contributed to the business throughout the years, including the couple’s five children who offer their support as much as they can as they pursue their own careers. He got remarried to Sharon, who ran the cider mill with him until they retired last November when Steve and his wife Theresa took over the business. Stan's first wife Helenjune died in 1994. in Casco Township.“I remember being picked up from grade school as a little boy and my brother Mike and I were taken by dad to cider mills to press the apples we grew on the farm to be able to offer our cider through small farmers markets in the fall,” says Steve Pankiewicz, the youngest of Stan’s three sons. Photos of the property, family, and its first profit hang on the wall at the entrance to the market, located at 10377 Lindsey Rd.
He added more periodically throughout the years, but in the 1980s his children helped him plant 350 trees to increase the availability of the fruit. The small-scale cider mill located on Lindsey Road in Casco Township found its roots in the 1970s when Stanley “Stan” Pankiewicz II planted a few apple trees on his property. Don’t forget, because you’re special treat yourself “Royally” to a Queen’s Apple Sundae! (sliced apple served in a bowl, topped with hot caramel, whipped cream, nuts and a cherry on top or any way you like it).For nearly 40 years, Pankiewicz Cider Mill & Farm Market has been a staple in the Blue Water Area.Pre-picked selected apple varieties – AVAILABILITY VARIES.West Fenkell Bakery apple pies and specialty breads.
Raspberry cider (limited production – available while supplies last.).The aroma of fresh donuts beckons you into the mill where you will find: Don’t miss the chance to put away those favorite pressings for future enjoyment! Cider freezes well! Pour out ½ cup before freezing. Pressing of our award winning cider is determined by supply and demand and can be easily viewed through our large windows. Cider Mill in Gaithersburg offers comfort, convenience, and value in classic and newly renovated 1, 2, & 3 bedroom apartments. For your convenience an ATM is located in the Cider Mill. Note, since this is a seasonal business, methods of payment accepted are cash or check. Season starts in September with sales of hard ciders and. Please give a 24 hours notice with quantity orders. Clydes is the oldest steam powered cider mill in the United States. Our cider mill features fresh pressed unpasteurized apple cider produced from high quality home grown apples and our famous apple spice donuts. Hours 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Tuesday – Sunday Cider Mill open August 20 – October 31, 2021