Fruit ciders are ciders incorporating additional non-apple fruit during production. Note that a pear cider made from a combination of apple and pear juice would be entered as a Fruit Cider. Entrants should specify all additional fruits added on the entry form.
High-scoring entries balance the flavors and aromas of the base apple character alongside the profile of the additional fruit/s. The entry should present as a beverage that is unmistakably a cider (i.e. as opposed to a wine, malt, or spirit-based beverage).
This category is divided into two awards based on sweetness level: dry and sweet.
Common Appearance: Clear to brilliant. Color appropriate to added fruit.
Common ABV Range: 5-9%
Common Additional Fruits: Cherries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Yuzu, Quince, Sorbus Domestica, Pear.
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