Farmhouse Cider is the cider line created by Again Bay Brew Home: Farmhouse in Virginia Seashore, Virginia. In the present day, I’m sharing my ideas on the Goldrush Single Varietal Cider, and I’ve to say my because of the cidermaker. He shared this cider with me for assessment and is among the form of us I obtained to fulfill within the Hudson Valley this summer season once I traveled to take my Pommelier examination.
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That is my first ever Farmhouse Cider assessment.
Right here’s what the Goldrush Single Varietal Cider’s label says about it.
In contrast to many different cider apple varieties which might be over 200 years outdated, the Goldrush apple was solely delivered to market 30 years in the past. This apple brings a refreshing tartness, hints of tropical fruit, and a novel spiciness that’s each warming and invigorating.
Look: slight haze, vivid heat nectarine coloration, nearly no seen bubbles
This cider seems to be heat and homey with its gentle haze and welcoming nectarine gold coloration. It jogs my memory of the nice and cozy sunny days which might be each behind and forward of us. (Are you able to inform I’m lacking each season however Winter?)
Aromas: tangerine, pears, ripe apples and quaint bubble gum
The Goldrush smells like tangerine and quaint bubble gum on an instantaneous first sniff (hat tip to my co-taster who recognized the fruity combine that reminded each of us of old fashioned bubble gum). I observed Pear and ripe apple notes which might be vivid of their depth as properly.
Sweetness/dryness: Dry
This can be a dry cider. I usually count on that in a single varietal cider, nevertheless it can’t be assumed. This can be a pretty true dry cider.
Flavors and consuming expertise: Excessive acid, pear, nice bubbles
A lot of what comes out on this cider’s aromas are current additionally within the Goldrush Single Varietal’s flavors as properly. It tastes superbly like ripe apple and pear, with a delicate background of interplaying tropical fruits. This cider brings splendidly excessive acid that is still enjoyable and fruity moderately than sharp or austere.
The pleasure of The Goldrush cider is enhanced by its plethora of very nice bubbles. Every thing combines to make this cider very drinkable and pleasant. I had mine with tilapia, brown rice, and delicata squash. I stored the meal quite simple so I may concentrate on a brand new and thrilling cider. I’m glad I did!
