Some pours hit sharp. Bright. Clean. The kind that wake up your palate and don’t linger with sweetness. Tart pours have a pull of their own, and that’s where Paddy Green lives.
At Blue Toad Hard Cider, we focus on dry cider made with real apples and a clear point of view. Our ciders are built in Nelson County, Virginia, at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and poured fresh at our Virginia hard cider taproom and bar. Paddy Green stands front and center—a cider that’s crisp, tart, and unapologetically dry.
It’s also our International Gold Medal Winning Blue Ridge Mtn Hard Cider, recognized at the Great Lakes International Cider & Perry Competition (GLINTCAP). Today, it remains our #1 cider year-round!
When You Want Bite, Not Body
Beer often leans on malt weight and hop finish. Paddy Green cuts a different line. Built with Granny Smith apples grown in Nelson County, Virginia, it drinks lean and sharp with a clean snap at the end. Reach for Paddy Green when you’re craving acidity and clarity instead of fullness.
When Heavy Beers Feel Like Too Much
There are days when stouts and hazy pours feel like overkill. Paddy Green keeps things light without watering anything down. It’s dry, tart, and refreshing—easy to keep drinking without palate fatigue.
When Food Is the Main Event
Paddy Green pairs where many beers fall short. Its acidity works with salty, rich, and sharp flavors—cheese boards, fried foods, grilled fare. Instead of competing with the plate, it clears the way for the next bite.
When You Want Something Beer Drinkers Respect
This cider wasn’t built to please everyone. It was built for fans of dry Irish cider. After many trips to Ireland, our founder grew attached to the dry, no-nonsense ciders found there. Back home, the goal was simple: recreate that sharp Irish character using local fruit. Granny Smith apples grown near the Blue Ridge Mountains proved to be the right call. After small test batches and steady customer buzz, Paddy Green was born—and it went on to take Gold Medals at GLINTCAP, the largest international cider competition in the world.
Beer has its place. So does a cider that drinks clean, tart, and dry from start to finish. Next time you’re scanning the taps, skip the usual and grab the pint that’s earned Gold on the international stage. Paddy Green is pouring now—sharp, honest, and ready when you are. Join the Blue Toad Cider Club today!