About

“Cider can be as fine as Champagne,” Grandpère Paul Maubert

Our Heritage

Grandpère Paul Maubert, the mentor of our founder and cidermaker, Paul H. Maubert.

Heavy Branch Cider’s story begins in 1977 over lunch in Paris. A young university student, Paul, sat at the table with his Grandpère and Uncle Jean. As usual, their conversation shifted to French beverages, and Jean, a Rhône wine enthusiast, made a joke about cider. However, the Maubert family was from Normandy and held one of France’s last private licenses to produce calvados, an apple brandy. Being a proud Norman, Grandpère wouldn’t let the joke go unchallenged. “Cider can be as fine as Champagne,” Grandpère insisted.

That idea stuck.

Paul inherited more than just an opinion — Grandpère entrusted him with cider-making wisdom from generations of tradition: blend the right apples, select the right yeast, and master the cellar. Above all, be meticulous.

Co-founders Paul and Cyd Maubert brought their love of France, food, and cider together to create Heavy Branch Cider.

Years later, after serving in the Marines and living abroad, Paul returned to the U.S. and began experimenting—crafting small batches, blending apples, and applying a two-stage fermentation process inspired by the Méthode Champenoise. Along the way, he met Cyd, a devoted foodie, whose love of artful meals and lingering conversations mirrored his own. They married, raised a family, and soon transformed their shared passion into a purpose.

Today, we continue to uphold the core principles of Grandpère’s wisdom. Whether paired with a meal, raised in celebration, or shared in quiet conversation, Heavy Branch Cider invites you to slow down and taste the story.

Impact

At Heavy Branch Cidery, our purpose extends beyond the glass. Rooted in tradition and driven by care, we believe that great cider can do more than taste good—it can also do good.

Our Mission

WE CRAFT ONLY THE FINEST CIDER TO ENHANCE EXCEPTIONAL FOOD, CELEBRATE MILESTONES, AND FOSTER JOYFUL, AUTHENTIC MOMENTS

Our Commitments

Our commitments demonstrate how we pursue our mission by guiding decisions and daily operations. A dedication to quality, people, and the planet defines how Heavy Branch Cider moves forward.

Apples on a branch–Heavy Branch Cider’s commitment to quality, people, and the planet.

Meet Our Team

Leadership

PAUL MAUBERT

CO-FOUNDER, PRESIDENT, AND
CIDER MAKER

Paul leverages decades of cider-making and leadership experience to oversee production and operations with precision, care, and a deep respect for craftsmanship.

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CYD MAUBERT

CO-FOUNDER, CHAIRPERSON, AND
CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER

Cyd shapes the company’s creative vision, marketing strategy, and customer experience, ensuring that Heavy Branch Cider stands out in both trade and consumer markets.