Blackthorn Cider

This week my cider of choice was Blackthorn Cider.  This product can be found at the LCBO and some pubs in the Toronto area have it on tap.  Blackthorn Cider is a product from England...the West Country to be more specific.  The colouring of this cider is an amber colour with a dry taste.  I have discovered that dry means that more of the natural sugars have been fermented to give it a sharper taste than sweet. Available in a 500ml can from the LCBO the alcohol content is 6%.  A great tasting cider that needs to be served chilled and not over ice unless you choose to do so.  This product is made using bittersweet cider apples.  When first opening the can of this treat, you get a light aroma of apples.  But upon the first sip, you get the full on apple taste.  I would recommend this cider to those who are first venturing into the world of cider.  I found that it wasn't as carbonated as some ciders. For further information on this cider you can visit Blackthorn's website at www.blackthorn.uk.com My rating for this cider is and 8.9 out of 10. 

Cheers,

Laurie