We were visiting Family and wanted to go to the cider mill because it had been years since we had been. It was wonderful and the same quality and friendliness as in years past. The cider and donuts are nothing but YUMMMMMY!!!. A wonderful way to kick off the Fall Holiday season! Don't forget to try the Fruit butters they have. Apple, Berry, Peach Pear ..... So tasty and they have a sugar free apple butter as well.
light and crisp in September, rich and full-bodied in November. This cider is the real deal and does change character during the fall season. It's the best I've had in Michigan. We buy 8-10 gallons and freeze it so we can drink it all year round. If you get those warm donuts, do so at your own peril
This is a nice quick trip to get cider and donuts. You can see cider being made, eat your donuts beside a creek. Buy fresh apples and other fine fall treats.
Had too many bees around to sit in the open and enjoy a warm cider and donuts. Very nice and expensive place. For a eve or wknd.
for old fashioned donuts and great cider and atmosphere go to Dexter cider mill, new Ann Arbor. Franklin is fine but once you see Dexter you will understand. Drive huron River rd on a sunny Fall day and you will love it
Franklin Cider Mill has all others beat when it comes to fresh cider mill doughnuts. Just the right amount of spice. The plain are delicious! They offer a lot of other bakery products as well. Only drawback is this is not a pick your own apple place for those of you looking for that adventure.
Ok, So I grew up at this place and no other cider mill will ever be able to take it's place. The cider is so yummy! BUT the best thing is the donuts, far and away. I have no idea what they do to the batter but man it's out of this world. You can watch them make the donuts and cider on site. It has an historical designation and the fall atmosphere is just perfect. WARNING: Get extra donuts because the first half dozen wont make it out of the parking lot.
Franklin Cidermill is a hidden gem. It is located along the Franklin river where you may sit along to enjoy your cider and donuts. The apple pressing is very interesting to watch for the young and old alike. The only con I have is that there is minimal parking.
Best cider and donuts you will find. Super cute barn setting, family owned and operated for centuries.
Every fall Franklin Cider Mill has delicious homemade donuts and cider along with many apple related goodies for sale. We stop by Starbucks, grab a latte then head to the Cider Mill for donuts and sit outside with friends and visit. It's a fall tradition!