Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill Named Best in Metro Detroit
Blake's Orchard & Cider Mill in Armada has been voted the best cider mill in Metro Detroit as part of the "Vote 4 The Best" contest. The results, based on over 163,000 votes, also highlighted Yates Cider Mill, Franklin Cider…
Detroit, MI, August 12, 2026 —
Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill in Armada has earned the top spot as the best cider mill in Metro Detroit, according to the results of the “Vote 4 The Best” contest. The annual competition saw an overwhelming participation this year, with more than 163,000 votes cast by the public to determine the favorite local establishments.
The contest, which aims to recognize popular local businesses across various categories, included cider mills as a key feature. Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill received the highest number of votes in the cider mill category, securing its position as the readers’ choice for the region.
Following Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill in the rankings were several other well-regarded cider mills that also garnered significant support. These included Yates Cider Mill, Franklin Cider Mill, Plymouth Orchards & Cider Mill, and Spicer Orchards, all noted as top contenders in the Metro Detroit area. The extent of public engagement, indicated by the high vote count, underscores the popularity and community importance of these local attractions.
The “Vote 4 The Best” contest is a recurring event that encourages community members to participate in selecting their preferred local businesses. The results are compiled based solely on the votes submitted by the public, reflecting direct consumer preference.
Story summarized from the original created by Jenny Marchi on www.clickondetroit.com, see more information here.
