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Post by Fishooked on Jul 2, 2015 9:32:29 GMT -5
That's certainly true for the sweeter ciders like the ones you mentioned and some of the other mass produced but slightly drier ciders. The craft cider industry is being propelled far more by the craft beer movement, much in the same way the nascent mead industry is. I've found that most people who enjoy Woodchuck, Angry Orchard, Strongbow and the other easily accessible ciders tend not to be fans of what they find at craft cideries because they are too dry and the tannin presence is too aggressive. Yeah, its hard to get out there and try new stuff but there is slowly more and more of it. Come to think of it I think this is the driest I've had, no coincidence that's its British. It was good, but not my favorite.  When I am drinking its usually for volume, most so in the summer months and the Woodchucks go down real easy, like a soda. The Summer one is my favorite seasonal, and the Amber is my favorite all around. The Pumpkin Reserve packs a punch at 8% abv. |
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Post by porgyman on Jul 2, 2015 9:34:32 GMT -5
I'm a big time wine-o. Very partial to Italian reds. Amarones and Barolos in particular. In the summer I will indulge in a Sauvignon Blanc or a Pinot Grigio from time to time.
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Post by Warfish on Jul 2, 2015 9:44:33 GMT -5
Have to admit, I really never ever liked red wine. Too acidic/tannic, too low in abv%, too fragile (open a bottle, needs to be all drunk basicly).
Tis why I think I've loved Port, much sweeter, 20% alcohol (solid), not carbonated (beer is too gassy for me), and not as overly acidic/tannic as normal red wine.
When I drink, I generally want 1-3 great drinksa session, and to get loose/relaxed. Beer (other than Founder's 12% stuff) is too heavy, but sometimes Whisky is too strong/too alcohol-taste for my interests (especially in summer).
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Post by crossfire on Jul 2, 2015 9:53:09 GMT -5
My current favorite wine.  Not bad. What vintage? can't wait for 2015 wines. Drought should make for some real intense cabs and zins. The 2010 if you can get it but the 2012 is also very good. |
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Post by quantum on Jul 2, 2015 12:23:51 GMT -5
Red sangria makes me really horny.
just thought I'd throw that out there.
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Post by 32Green on Jul 2, 2015 12:28:11 GMT -5
Red sangria makes me really horny. just thought I'd throw that out there. Note to self: Keep back to wall at Hamprecon. |
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Post by Jets Things on Jul 2, 2015 12:29:24 GMT -5
Red sangria makes me really horny. just thought I'd throw that out there. Note to self: bring bottomless jug of red sangria wtf |
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Post by Fishooked on Jul 2, 2015 12:35:59 GMT -5
Note to self: bring bottomless jug of red sangria wtf  |
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