#183 Henry Weston’s Vintage Rose review – “Character and nature, in a slightly thin body” (8.25/10).

Henry Weston’s Vintage Rose review – “Character and nature, in a slightly thin body” (8.25/10). The Good “Consistent branding”. “Good backstory”. “Informative bottle”. “Fairly practical”. “Good woodiness”. “Natural flavour”. “Natural aftertaste”. “Smooth”. “Session-able”. “Natural smell”. The Bad “Not well-balanced”. “Acidity too strong”. “Carbonation too light”. “Thin mouthfeel”. “Expensive”. “No dryness”. “Smell not floral”. “Sweetness too […]

#175 Wyld Wood Organic cider review “Fruity, Natural, and Full-bodied” – (7.5/10).

Wyld Wood Organic cider review “Fruity, Natural, and Full-bodied” – (7.5/10). The Good “Smooth smell”. “Natural smell”. “Pleasant full-bodied nature, in taste and aftertaste”. “Persistently pleasant aftertaste”. “Medium level of dryness, as would be expected from a good Herefordshire cider”. “Nice, subtle tang”. The Bad “Slight bitterness, lack of sweetness or carbonation”. “Brand doesn’t advertise […]

#174 Henry Westons Medium Dry “Organic” cider review – “Woody and tangy. Distinctive, but not exceptional” (9.25/10).

Henry Westons Medium Dry “Organic” cider review “Woody and tangy. Distinctive, but not exceptional”- (9.25/10). The Good “Lots of woody character”.“Distinctive USP”. “Good value”. “Practical”. “Helpful bottle design and backstory”. “Distinctive orange label”. “Plenty of tang”. “Woody and natural smell”. “Natural taste”. “Well balanced, as promised”. “Some natural sweetness”. “Delightful medium mouthfeel”. “Full flavour throughout […]

#172 Capel road (Blend no.3) review ” Yellow can compensating for lack of character”- (6.5/10).

Capel road (Blend no.3) review ” Yellow can compensating for lack of character”- (6.5/10).   The Good   ” Practical units per can” ” subtle carbonation and oaky notes”. ” subtle yet pleasant sweetness”.   The Bad ” no real USP except packaging”. ” showy branding not applicable to subtle taste”. ” lack of depth of flavour” […]

#123 Henry Weston’s medium-dry “aged finish” (2017) cider review (8/10) – “A nicely balanced, sweet and fruity cider. Clearly natural, yet not unique with tartness superior.”

Henry Weston’s medium dry “aged finish” (2017) cider review (8/10) – “A nicely balanced, sweet and fruity cider. Clearly natural, yet not unique with tartness superior.” The Good “Practical”.“Not expensive”.“Blurb and branding with USP”.“Attractive bottle colour scheme”.“Good company website”.“Natural smell with character”.“Strong natural tang”.“Lasting tart aftertaste”.“Good balance”.“Smooth, unharsh taste”. The Bad “Nothing unique in character”.“No […]

#33 Capel road cider ( blend No. 5) “The dryness was perfect for my palette”- 8.5/10.

Capel road cider can (blend No 5) review ( 8.5/10) The Good ” Cheap as dirt and as mature as a dining experience.”” Very appealing tang … Probably the best acidity and body I have tasted. “” Modest carbonation and dryness which is great.”” Not a gassy drink and practical since 2 cans puts you […]