USA Beer Ratings

by BEVERAGE TRADE NETWORK

Super Early
Deadline

December 22, 2026

Judging
Date

July 25, 2027

Winners
Announced

August 12, 2027

Winning Years

2020

Our Products

2020

Jalapeño

Specialty Cider and Perry
90 Points

Raspberry Rose

Specialty Cider and Perry
88 Points

Original

Standard Cider and Perry
88 Points

Bourbon Barrel Ale

Standard Cider and Perry
86 Points

Unfiltered Cider

Standard Cider and Perry
77 Points

Jalapeño

Specialty Cider and Perry

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USA Beer Ratings 2020

Gold Medal

90 Points

Tasting Notes:

A subtle jalapeño flavor. Balance of fresh apples and a nice pepper flavor. This cider is tasty and is really well made. A great cider and worth trying a new and unique flavor for!

Producer Name: Papa Moon Vineyards & Winery
Country: United States
Vintage:

Category: Specialty Cider and Perry

TASTED BY:

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Melissa Myers

The Good Hop, Owner

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Joshua A Charlton

VP of Sales for a Premier Craft Beer and Beverage Wholesaler- Morris Distributing

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Raspberry Rose

Specialty Cider and Perry

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USA Beer Ratings 2020

Silver Medal

88 Points

Tasting Notes:

Berry blast! This cider is centered around ripe red raspberries and is tart, but delightfully so. The cider is tasty, and unique. A nice rich body here that can stand up to meats that are paired alongside a fruit sauce.

Producer Name: Papa Moon Vineyards & Winery
Country: United States
Vintage:

Category: Specialty Cider and Perry

TASTED BY:

Photo for: Melissa Myers

Melissa Myers

The Good Hop, Owner

Photo for:

Photo for: Joshua A Charlton

Joshua A Charlton

VP of Sales for a Premier Craft Beer and Beverage Wholesaler- Morris Distributing

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Original

Standard Cider and Perry

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USA Beer Ratings 2020

Silver Medal

88 Points

Tasting Notes:

Bright with notes of of tart green apple with spice characteristics. Light and crisp, and a great cider for pairing. Pair alongside roasted meats or a holiday meal.

Producer Name: Papa Moon Vineyards & Winery
Country: United States
Vintage:

Category: Standard Cider and Perry

TASTED BY:

Photo for: Melissa Myers

Melissa Myers

The Good Hop, Owner

Photo for:

Photo for: Joshua A Charlton

Joshua A Charlton

VP of Sales for a Premier Craft Beer and Beverage Wholesaler- Morris Distributing

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Bourbon Barrel Ale

Standard Cider and Perry

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USA Beer Ratings 2020

Silver Medal

86 Points

Tasting Notes:

A subtle and light cider. Tangy with notes of vanilla and spices, but not overwhelmingly so. A great cider to drink on its own or pair with a wide range of foods.

Producer Name: Papa Moon Vineyards & Winery
Country: United States
Vintage:

Category: Standard Cider and Perry

TASTED BY:

Photo for: Melissa Myers

Melissa Myers

The Good Hop, Owner

Photo for:

Photo for: Joshua A Charlton

Joshua A Charlton

VP of Sales for a Premier Craft Beer and Beverage Wholesaler- Morris Distributing

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Unfiltered Cider

Standard Cider and Perry

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USA Beer Ratings 2020

Bronze Medal

77 Points

Tasting Notes:

Thin body, but lots of fresh and ripe apple flavors. Tart and acidic but refreshing.

Producer Name: Papa Moon Vineyards & Winery
Country: United States
Vintage:

Category: Standard Cider and Perry

TASTED BY:

Photo for: Melissa Myers

Melissa Myers

The Good Hop, Owner

Photo for:

Photo for: Joshua A Charlton

Joshua A Charlton

VP of Sales for a Premier Craft Beer and Beverage Wholesaler- Morris Distributing

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

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