Harry & David Introduces Royal Riviera™ Pear Cider

Nov 08, 2023

America’s premier choice in gourmet food gifting, Harry & David, announces the addition of a new, hard pear cider to its product collection. Featuring their legendary Royal Riviera® Pears, known for exceptional flavor and juiciness, Royal Riviera™ Pear Cider is available in select markets in time for Fall and Holiday celebrations.

The hard cider embodies the company’s rich, 89-year legacy and deep agricultural roots. Meticulously produced in small batches, this specialty beverage is skillfully crafted to uphold the unique flavor of the Royal Riviera® Pears.

Harry & David® famous pears are deliciously blended with premium apples and fermented to produce a delectable new drink. The hard cider is crafted from pears harvested from small orchards in Southern Oregon.

Rooted in tradition yet tailored for today's tastes, the Pear Cider embodies the essence of Harry & David and is perfect for casual gatherings, celebrations, or simply enjoying life's everyday moments. With its balanced sweetness and subtle pear notes, it will resonate with seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers to the world of cider.

The hard cider, with natural pear flavoring, is currently available for delivery to AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, MI, MN, NC, NJ, NV, OH, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA and WI.

“We look forward to this unique Harry & David Pear Cider being used by our customers to toast shared memories. As we raise a glass to the past, we look to the future with excitement.”

“Our pears are one of our most iconic gifts and this is an authentic way to bring the essence of our Royal Riviera Pears into a new form which will resonate with a new generation of customers,” said Joseph Rowland, Group President, Gourmet Foods & Gift baskets.

The Royal Riviera™ Pear Cider collection includes:

Company founders, Harry and David Holmes, started selling Medford, Oregon-grown Royal Riviera® Pears as gourmet gifts decades ago. Royal Riviera® Pears are delicate and require warm days and cool nights to grow, making Southern Oregon ideal for cultivating this famous fruit. The sweet flavor, buttery texture, and extreme juiciness of these pears are what make them so wonderful and highly sought after. Each one is handpicked and packed to arrive at your door in perfect condition.

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