Phillippe Bishop: Alpenfire Cider

For episode 165 of Exploring Washington State, we sat down with Phillippe Bishop. Phillippe is the co-owner of Alpine Fire Cider, a local cider located in Port Townsend, Washington that enjoys a climate of mild summers and foggy falls, adding to the apple trees flavor.  Phillippe tells us stories of how the cidery first began in 2003 where he was boots on the ground helping plant the first orchard, moving boulders out of the tractors way, and why he loves what he does so much. His parents are also co-owners, a high school sweetheart couple that fell in love with not only each other, but with cider. after trying  cider in Canada and wondering if it couldn’t be done better. From learning about the orchard that is just shy of 1,000 trees (and how it used to be a swampy forest), to which apples they use and why, Phillippe is a great guest and a great resource to learn more about cider making from! You can check out Alpenfire’s Website here: https://www.alpenfirecider.com where you can learn more about their heritage ciders, tasting room, or even volunteering!  Thanks for tuning into this episode of the Exploring Washington State Podcast! If the information in our conversations and interviews are enjoyable and valuable to you, please head over to iTunes, subscribe to the show, and leave us an honest review.Your reviews and feedback will not only help us continue to deliver great, helpful content, but it will also help us reach even more amazing listeners just like you!If you want to read about some of the many amazing places to explore in Washington State, you should just pack your bags and go! Explore Washington State is the perfect place for inspiration.    Check it out today.  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ExploringWash)