Galipette Brut cider review – ” Natural and yeasty fruit, without dryness, in a medium mouthfeel” (8.75/10). The Good “Tangy, natural smell”.“Good acidity level”.“Well-balanced fruity tang”.“Smooth taste and aftertaste”.“Character from bread-like taste elements”.“Sweetness provided by natural fruit”.“Lovely medium mouthfeel”.“Good backstory”.“Lasting natural aftertaste”.“Practical alcohol level”.“Good value for French cider”. The Bad “Weak aftertaste”.“Not fully balanced”.“No woodiness”.“Bottle […]
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#118 Thatchers Summer vintage 2017 review (9.25/10) – The drink appeared very well-balanced, boasting lots of uniqueness, and character. Plenty of quirky elements seldom seen, were apparent too.
Thatchers Summer vintage 2017 review (9.25/10) – The drink appeared very well-balanced, boasting lots of uniqueness, and character. Plenty of quirky elements seldom seen, were apparent too. The Good “Inspiring branding”.“Lots of carbonation”.“Plenty of sweetness”.“Medium-dryness as promised”.“Practical and good value”.“Great balance”.“Good character and uniqueness”.“Some bitterness”.“Some woodiness”.“Fresh smell”.“Medium mouthfeel”.“Smooth taste”. The Bad “Bitterness too strong”.“Weak aftertaste”.“Summer […]
#112 What is moderate drinking ? and my (Dry January)
What is moderate drinking ? and my (Dry January) 1) Dry January With a full year of glorious cider reviews written (see below), and some great tales of amazing products, I’m sure to return to my favourite ciders, and continue to sample new cider discoveries and delights later on in 2019. Dry January for me […]
#111 Hawkes Urban Orchard apple cider review – “A confidently woody, full-bodied drink” (8.5/10).
Hawkes Urban Orchard apple cider review – “A confidently woody, full-bodied drink” (8.5/10). The Good “Full mouthfeel”.“Recycling brand message”.“Confident woody flavour”.“Natural taste and smell”.“Fruity smell”.“Pleasant acidity levels”.“Very smooth”.“Fairly practical”.“Good medium dryness as promised”.“Nice woody and natural lasting aftertaste”. The Bad “Very pricey”.“Acidity slightly weak”.“Woodiness too overpowering”.“Not well balanced”.“Weak smell”.“Carbonation very weak”.“Sweetness a little weak”.“Branding lacking […]
#110 Dunkerton’s Black fox cider review (9.5/10) – “Mind blowing all-rounder, with great character and brand identity. After tweaks to carbonation and tang, very hard to fault”.
There’s nothing more festive than a Black fox Organic ? Or is there ? … Have a very (but not too), merry Christmas. Then make sure it was merry enough before new year 🙂 The Good “Practical”.“Quite competitive in price”.“Interesting backstory and brand message”.“Good bottle design”.“Nice and tangy, natural smell”.“Great, balanced sweetness”.“Lovely woodiness from the […]
#109 Breton Cidre, Loic Raison Doux luxury cider review (8.5/10) – “Incredibly fresh and fruity balance, dulled by high costs and low practicality”.
Breton Cidre, Loic Raison Doux luxury cider review (8.5/10) – “Incredibly fresh and fruity balance, dulled by high costs and low practicality”. The Good “Very natural with persistent, fruity aroma”.“Lasting scent”.“Moderate sparkle”.“Good balance and smoothness”.“Non-sickly fruity USP”.“Certain unique champagne or wine, element”.“Pleasant tang”.“Full bodied as promised”.“Pleasant natural aftertaste”.“No dryness as promised”. The Bad “A little […]
#108 Apple cider – Low alcohol by Waitrose review – “Lightly-carbonated, low-alcohol drink with character. Hidden with too much sweetness, but could be a standard strength cider” – (8.5/10).
Apple cider – Low alcohol by Waitrose review – “Lightly-carbonated, low-alcohol drink with character. Hidden with too much sweetness, but could be a standard strength cider” – (8.5/10). The Good “Great light carbonation”.“Noticeable natural sweetness”.“Pleasant light tang”.“Natural flavour”.“Medium mouthfeel”.“Branding colours and message strong”.“Smooth flavour”.“Good value”.“Characterful, natural smell”.“Sweet and fruity aftertaste”. The Bad “Mouthfeel a tad […]
#107 SidaStroll 1- Johnny Depp and the West – MY new ebook just 1.99 !
Fan of Johnny depp or booze ? check out the new Ebook released today !! : Sidastroll 1- Johnny Depp and the west, just 1.99 for IPad, iPhone, PC or kindle. ( Link at the end of this post !!)Choose a cider for Johnny Depp and yourself, with the concise West Country cider review compilation, […]
#106 Sainsbury’s Low alcohol cider review – ” Better than apple juice, but lacking the complexity and flavour depth, of good cider” (6.0/10).
Apple cider – Low alcohol – Medium-dry by Sainsbury’s review – ” Better than apple juice, but lacking the complexity and flavour depth, of good cider” (6.0/10). The Good “Competitive in price”.“Practical”.“Good label information”.“Inoffensive smell”.“Natural taste”.“Lasting, natural aftertaste”.“Better than apple juice”.“Smooth and fruity taste”. The Bad “Watery mouthfeel”.“No dryness, which was promised”.“Weak carbonation, acidity and […]
#102 Harry Sparrow Aspall’s cider review (9.0/10) – “A strong contender thanks to consistent brand message, and taste profile. Pricey and impractical though”.
Harry Sparrow Aspall’s cider review (9.0/10) – “A strong contender thanks to consistent brand message, and taste profile. Pricey and impractical though”. The Good ” Full, natural smell”.” Ideal, medium mouthfeel”.” Great tart and sweet balance”.” Developing natural acidity”.” Light carbonation as promised”.” Medium dryness from word go as promised”.” Plenty of fruity sweetness”.” Great […]
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