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Industry Veteran Ryan Burk Debuts Occam Fine Cider

Published 3 October 2026 · WBI Industry News
Industry Veteran Ryan Burk Debuts Occam Fine Cider
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Beverage industry veteran Ryan Burk has launched Occam Fine Cider, transitioning from large-scale commercial cider production to a smaller, craft-oriented venture.

According to a report by Brewbound, beverage industry veteran Ryan Burk has launched a new cider venture named Occam Fine Cider. Burk previously built his career crafting ciders for major commercial brands within the beverage sector. With the establishment of Occam Fine Cider, Burk is shifting his focus from large-scale production toward a smaller and more intimate operation. Operational specifics, including product formats, flavors, alcohol content, pricing, distribution channels, target markets, and release dates, were not provided in the source report.

Key facts

  • Ryan Burk has officially launched Occam Fine Cider.
  • Burk previously crafted ciders for major beverage brands.
  • The new venture focuses on a smaller, craft-scale operation.

Why it matters

The launch highlights a career transition by a prominent cider maker from major commercial brand development to an independent craft venture.

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Sources
  • Brewbound — 2026-10-01: “Industry Vet Ryan Burk Launches Occam Fine Cider, Focuses on Craft, Community and Mutability”

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