Color: To our surprise when pouring out this cider we discovered a dark gold color. It has cloudiness to it, owing to its' unfiltered nature. Bailey was taken in by the color giving it a 5/5 as it was not very cloudy. Hawke was also impressed and giving it it a 5/5. He was impressed by how clear it was despite being unfiltered.
Smell: The smell of this cider is what sold us. It is quite potent, bringing Bailey into reminiscing about her younger days; Stating that it smells like an apple storehouse. Hawke was also impressed. The smell of apples was quite potent and there is a hint of fermentation behind it. Bailey: 5/5 Apples Hawke 4/5 Apples
Complexity/Flavor: The initial taste Hawke and Bailey received was that of fresh apples. Bailey thought of it is very sweet, with a little bitter flavor added into the mix. Hawke also thought of it as sweet, but detected more of a wine flavor in the concoction. For those that have had Apple Wine, this taste will seem quite familiar. Bailey scored it at: 4/5 Apples While Hawke did the same at 4/5 Apples.
Aftertaste: Despite the smooth flavor of the cider, there is a strong aftertaste. Bailey was critical of the strong alcoholic aftertaste. Hawke was also unsure about the aftertaste, feeling it was more like wine at the end, something he is not a fan of. The aftertaste does not linger in the mouth however. Bailey gave this 3/5 Apples As did Hawke.
Price: $7-10. This is a fairly reasonable price. Especially considering the 6.9% ABV. As well, it only seems to come in one size bottle, rather than a 6 pack like many other brands.
Bailey: 5/5 Apples
Hawke: 5/5 Apples
Overall: Bailey comments that this would be a good summer variety, ideal for picnics. Her score adding to 22/25 or a Green Apple.
Hawke scored a 21/25 or a Green Apple as well.
Like all alcohol please Enjoy Responsibly. It should be noted however that this one has quite the kick to it.
Enjoy 2012 Responsibly. Happy New Year!
