HAPPY YOU'RE HERE

I'm Mo, a cidermaker, musician, and mother of five. I love cider and being able to share it with my community near and far. I'm committed to bringing diversity to the cider industry and being the 1st Black Woman-Owned Cidery in California, and only the 3rd in the United States.

Monique and 3 women sitting at a bar, having a discussion over cider and wine.

EXPERIENCE THE
BOLD TASTE OF
MOMENTUM CIDER

Momentum Cider is the first-of-its-kind black woman owned cider company that specializes in producing high-quality, handcrafted ciders. Our ciders are made from locally sourced, fresh-pressed apples and other natural ingredients, resulting in a crisp, refreshing taste that is sure to delight cider enthusiasts. The company prides itself on its commitment to sustainability and community involvement, using eco-friendly practices and supporting local charities and organizations. Momentum Ciders is poised to become a leading player in the cider industry.

Mo of Momentum Ciders giving peace sign in front of wine barrels

ENJOYING THE FRUITS OF MY LABOR

STARTED IN MY KITCHEN DURING THE PANDEMIC, NOW I'M HERE

AFRICAN AMERICANS + WOMEN OF COLOR CAN DO ANYTHING

WOMEN OF THE BEVOLUTION AND BEER KULTURE

Mo and 7 other grantees for diversity and inclusion in the alcohol industry

Monique Gray

Removing Barriers and Elevating

Creator Launchpad 2023 Grantee

“What a dream come true,” says Gray. “This grant will ignite the trajectory of my vision and create an opportunity for women that look like me in the cider industry.”

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