What Is Cayman Cider?
Cayman cider is hard cider brewed in the Cayman Islands — fermented from fruit rather than grain, which makes it naturally gluten-free, and built lighter and crisper than most imports to suit the Caribbean heat. 19-81 Brewing Co. brews it in George Town, on Grand Cayman.
Our Island Apple Cider was the first cider ever crafted locally in the Cayman Islands. Since then the range has grown to include tropical Island Guava, the ruby-red Hibiscus Cider — made with the flower known across the Caribbean as sorrel — and the bold 11% Big Apple.
If you have seen “Cayman cider” on a menu or a can and wondered whether it means something specific: it simply means the cider was made here, on the island, rather than shipped in.
Where can you buy Cayman cider?
19-81 Brewing Co. crafts Grand Cayman’s favourite ciders — sparkling, gluten-free and made for island life. Whether you’re after our Guava Cider, our classic Island Apple Cider, or a limited Hibiscus or Dry Apple release, you can grab one fresh at our George Town taproom or pick up a few at stockists island-wide.
Looking for beer instead? We keep a separate guide to where to buy beer in Grand Cayman, and you can see the full 19-81 range in one place.
Our Ciders
Crisp, sparkling & local-
Big Apple
Big Apple is our boldest pour — a strong, dry apple cider at a beer-defying 11% ABV. Often searched as "Big Apple beer", it is technically a cider, but it drinks with the punch, depth and complexity of a craft ale. Expect a crisp green-apple bite, a bone-dry finish and a deceptively smooth body that hides its strength. A Cayman taproom exclusive that disappears fast — made (just) outside of Manhattan, brewed right here in Grand Cayman.
- ABV11%
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Dry Apple Cider
This limited-release cider is a dry take on our classic apple cider, with an ABV of over 7%! Perfect for a hot Cayman day.
- ABV7%
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Hibiscus Cider
Our crisp & refreshing cider dosed with hibiscus — known across the Caribbean as sorrel. A floral, tart, ruby-red sorrel cider with a clean, dry finish: pure Cayman refreshment in a glass.
- ABV4.5%
Cayman Cider, Island-Wide
Pick up our fresh Cayman cider at liquor stores and bars across Grand Cayman — or sip one straight from the source at our George Town taproom.
Use the map and the list below to find the spot nearest you.
Bars & Restaurants
Pouring 19-81 on tap-
Cimboco
Cayman Islands
+1 (345) 947-2782 -
Chicken Chicken
Savannah
+1 (345) 945-2290 -
Chicken! Chicken!
West Shore Center, West Bay Rd
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Czech Inn Grill
Bodden Town Road
+1 (345) 923-1986 -
Craft F&B Co
West Bay Road
+1 (345) 640-0001 -
Duke's Seafood & Rib Shack
West Bay Road
+1 (345) 640-0000 -
The Brooklyn
George Town
+1 (345) 640-0005 -
Guy Harvey's Boathouse Grill
South Church St, George Town
+1 (345) 640-0020 -
White Whale Pub & Ale
South Church St, George Town
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Mizu Asian Bistro + Bar
Cayman Islands
+1 (345) 640-0001 -
Pani Indian Kitchen
Cayman Islands
+1 (345) 640-0007 -
Waterfront Urban Diner
Cayman Islands
+1 (345) 640-0002 -
Lobster Pot
George Town
+1 (345) 949-2736
Liquor Stores
Take a few home-
Jacques Scott Countryside
Savannah
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Jacques Scott Spirits & Wines
Queens Highway
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Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits
West Side Road, West End
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Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits
Guy Banks Rd, Blossom Village
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Jacques Scott Wine & Spirits
West Bay Road
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Jacques Scott Wines & Spirits
North Sound Rd, George Town
Cayman Cider — FAQ
What is Cayman cider?
Cayman cider is hard cider brewed in the Cayman Islands. It is fermented from fruit rather than grain, so it is naturally gluten-free, and it is typically made lighter and crisper than imported cider to suit the Caribbean climate. 19-81 Brewing Co. brews Cayman cider in George Town, Grand Cayman.
What does "Cayman cider" mean?
It simply means cider made on the island rather than imported. It is not a separate style or category — the name refers to where the cider is produced. At 19-81 that means fermented and canned in George Town, Grand Cayman.
Who makes cider in the Cayman Islands?
19-81 Brewing Co. is the independent brewery making cider in the Cayman Islands, brewing in George Town since 2017. Our Island Apple Cider was the first cider ever crafted locally on the islands.
Where can I buy cider in Grand Cayman?
19-81 Cayman cider is on tap at our George Town taproom and stocked at liquor stores and bars across Grand Cayman — from Seven Mile Beach to West Bay. Look for our Guava, Apple, Hibiscus and limited Dry Apple and Big Apple ciders.
Is 19-81 cider gluten-free?
Yes — our ciders are made from fermented fruit rather than grain, so they are naturally gluten-free. They are crisp, sparkling and made for island life.
What is sorrel cider?
Sorrel is the Caribbean name for hibiscus. Our Hibiscus Cider is a floral, tart, ruby-red sorrel cider — a refreshing local twist on a classic Cayman flavour.
Can I buy cider online in the Cayman Islands?
Several Cayman liquor stores offer delivery across Grand Cayman. For the freshest pour, you can also visit our taproom at 273 Dorcy Drive in George Town, or find a stockist near you on our Where to Buy Beer in Grand Cayman page.
What ciders does 19-81 make?
Our core ciders are Guava Cider and Island Apple Cider — Cayman's first locally crafted cider — alongside rotating releases like Hibiscus (sorrel), Dry Apple and the bold 11% Big Apple. Availability changes through the year, so check the taproom for the current pour.
Or sip one fresh at the Taproom
273 Dorcy Drive, George Town · Wed–Fri 2PM–7PM · Sat 12PM–5PM
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