Somerville's Bantam Cider ending operations Share Updated: 6:33 AM EDT Jun 9, 2021 bantam cider The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. Share Updated: 6:33 AM EDT Jun 9, 2021 A Massachusetts brewery says it's shutting its doors.Bantam Cider is located in Somerville and opened about 10 years ago.In a social media post, the owners said they'd have to make compromises on ingredients or process in order to grow their business, and they don't want to do that.They say Bantam Cider will be available in stores for a few more months. SOMERVILLE, Mass. — Bantam Cider is located in Somerville and opened about 10 years ago.