CORVALLIS, OR – May 28, 2025 – In a defining moment on the global stage, 2 Towns Ciderhouse has been named Large Cidermaker of the Year for the second year in a row at the 19th Annual Great Lakes International Cider and Perry Competition (GLINTCAP).
Held annually in Grand Rapids, the Great Lakes International Cider and Perry Competition (GLINTCAP) is the world’s largest and most respected cider competition. Drawing over 1,000 entries from four continents in 2025, GLINTCAP is dedicated to elevating the cider category through detailed feedback that drives growth, innovation, and craftsmanship across the community.
This year, 2 Towns Ciderhouse earned 13 medals, including a Best in Class award for its Sidekick N/A Pacific Pineapple.
2025 GLINTCAP Awards for 2 Towns Ciderhouse:
Large Cidermaker of the Year (500,001+ gallons) 
Best in Class (2nd) – Sidekick N/A Pacific Pineapple (Low & No Alcohol Ciders) 
Guava Cider – Silver (Fruit Cider – Dry) The Golden Apples Shebrew Cider – Silver (Modern Cider – Dry) 14th Anniversary – Silver (Heirloom Cider – Dry) Kingston Black Single Variety – Silver (Tannin-Forward Cider – Dry) Sidra Natural – Silver (Natural Cider) 2022 Pommeau – Silver (Fortified Cider) Polar Party – Silver (Botanical Cider) Westward Whiskey Collaboration – Silver (Wood-Aged Cider) Mango Cosmic Crisp® – Silver (Fruit Cider – Sweet) 
POG Cosmic Crisp® – Bronze (Fruit Cider – Sweet) Spring Forward – Bronze (Fruit Cider – Sweet) Sidekick N/A Cosmic Crisp® – Bronze (Low & No Alcohol Ciders)
“GLINTCAP is one of the most respected cider competitions in the world. Being recognized across such a wide range of styles—from traditional ciders to modern blends and non-alcoholic innovations—is incredibly rewarding.” said Dave Takush, co-owner and head cidermaker at 2 Towns Ciderhouse. “It takes teamwork, an innovative spirit, and a deep passion for craft cider to come this far and I couldn’t be prouder of our team.”
Lee Larsen, co-founder and CEO of 2 Towns Ciderhouse adds, “Over the past 15 years, we’ve watched both our team and the cider industry grow in remarkable ways—and I couldn’t be prouder. Being named Large Cidermaker of the Year at GLINTCAP for the second year in a row is a tremendous honor. We’re committed to honoring the rich history of cider while pushing the category forward and staying true to our Pacific Northwest values. These awards are a tribute to everyone who makes that possible and the industry that allows us to keep doing the work we love to do.”
Sidekick NA Pacific Pineapple Best In Class (#2):
2 Towns Ciderhouse’s Sidekick Non-Alcoholic line—the #1 selling dealcoholized cider in the U.S.—earned Best in Class at this year’s GLINTCAP for its Pacific Pineapple. The award adds to the Sidekick’s growing list of accolades and reinforces 2 Towns’ commitment to pushing innovation in the non-alcoholic space with the same integrity and craft as its traditional offerings.
This latest honor builds on more than a decade of success at GLINTCAP for 2 Towns Ciderhouse. Since its first appearance in 2012, the cidery has earned over 200 medals, including 5 Best in Class awards and Large Cidermaker of the Year 2024 and 2025.
About 2 Towns Ciderhouse
2 Towns Ciderhouse was founded on the belief that the long history of cidermaking demands respect and deserves to be done right. Starting with the highest quality, whole ingredients from local farms, we take no shortcuts in crafting our ciders. Over the years our company has retained these core values to branch out into different segments within the alcohol beverage space to become a premium total beverage company. Our goal is to create the best craft beverages on the market and continue to develop and evolve the beverage space in innovative new ways.
From humble beginnings in 2010 in an old 900 sq. ft. 2 car garage we have grown into one of the largest craft beverage companies in the nation now employing over 100 individuals, distributing to 17 states, and running 3 different production facilities totaling almost 100,000 sq. feet. As a family-owned company, we are committed to the growth of our team and enrichment of our communities. We take pride in producing true Northwest craft beverages.
5 June 2025:
2 TOWNS CIDERHOUSE TAKES A BITE OUT OF THE BIG APPLE, NAMED OREGON CIDER PRODUCER OF THE YEAR AT 2025 NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL CIDER COMPETITION
Multiple Medals for Raspberry Cosmic Crisp, Original Cosmic Crisp, and Pacific Pineapple
June 5, 2025 CORVALLIS, OR – 2 Towns Ciderhouse is raising a glass to its recent success at the 2025 New York International Cider Competition (NYICC), where it was honored as Oregon Cider Producer of the Year and awarded multiple tasting medals. This recognition underscores 2 Towns’ dedication to quality and innovation—fueled by the bounty of the Pacific Northwest and a deep-rooted passion for craft cider.
The NYICC, known for its blind-tasting panel of industry experts—including importers, distributors, sommeliers, and retailers—evaluates cider entries from across the globe. With over 300 entries in this year’s competition, 2 Towns stood tall, solidifying its place at the forefront of the craft beverage movement.
Here is a summary of the winning ciders from 2 Towns Ciderhouse:
- Raspberry Cosmic Crisp – Gold (Fruit Cider) – 95 points
- Original Cosmic Crisp – Silver (Modern Cider) – 93 points
- Pacific Pineapple – Bronze (Fruit Cider) – 90 points
“We’re pleased to see both our new and flagship ciders earning recognition,” says Dave Takush, Head Cidermaker at 2 Towns Ciderhouse. “It’s a testament to how our ciders have stood the test of time, maintaining consistency and quality that allows them to compete with new products entering the market. We’re honored to be recognized for our cider and proud to help showcase what our region can produce.”
Lee Larsen, Co-Founder and CEO of 2 Towns Ciderhouse adds,“Being named Oregon Cider Producer of the Year is an incredible honor. Oregon is home to many outstanding cidermakers, and to be recognized as the best among them is truly humbling. This award further fuels our passion to continue pushing the boundaries of flavor while holding true to our PNW roots.”
With these stellar results at the NYICC, 2 Towns Ciderhouse cements its position as a leader in the craft cider industry, proudly recognized as the #2 selling cider in U.S. grocery stores and the #1 non-alcoholic cider, all while celebrating 15 years of exceptional cidermaking.
About 2 Towns Ciderhouse
2 Towns Ciderhouse was founded on the belief that the long history of cidermaking demands respect and deserves to be done right. Starting with the highest quality, whole ingredients from local farms, we take no shortcuts in crafting our ciders. Over the years our company has retained these core values to branch out into different segments within the alcohol beverage space to become a premium total beverage company. Our goal is to create the best craft beverages on the market and continue to develop and evolve the beverage space in innovative new ways.
From humble beginnings in 2010 in an old 900 sq. ft. 2 car garage we have grown into one of the largest craft beverage companies in the nation now employing over 100 individuals, distributing to 17 states, and running 3 different production facilities totaling almost 100,000 sq. feet. As a family-owned company, we are committed to the growth of our team and enrichment of our communities. We take pride in producing true Northwest craft beverages.
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