Your Vernon and North Okanagan guide from Unhazy Hopped: three stunning lakes (Kalamalka, Okanagan, Swan), Okanagan Spirits distillery (where we get our whiskey barrels), Kal Lake Provincial Park hikes, SilverStar skiing, small-town charm, and authentic Okanagan terroir.

The Okanagan Valley is world-renowned for wine and fruit—and it's equally exceptional for cider. At Hardcore Cider Co., we source apples from Vernon, Lake Country, and our Kelowna estate orchard, each contributing unique characteristics shaped by this remarkable terroir.

Your ultimate Kelowna guide from Unhazy Hopped: top beaches (Gyro, Rotary), Knox Mountain sunrise hikes, Myra Canyon biking, patio culture, wine country, and why this city is the heart of Okanagan living.

Discover craft cider in Kelowna and the Okanagan Valley. Learn what makes Kelowna cider special, how it's made, and where to find premium BC craft cider. From estate orchards to barrel aging, explore the Kelowna cider scene.

The Okanagan Valley has world-class fruit — but great apples don't automatically mean great cider. Our philosophy of clean, fruit-forward craft and what separates exceptional cider from mediocre attempts.

Not all apples make great cider. Here's a breakdown of every variety we use — English cider apples, heritage North American varieties, and Okanagan dessert apples — and why blending matters.