Cider and beer taste very different to each other. Cider is made from apple juice which has its own characteristic flavour without the added bitterness from the hops. Beer derives its flavour more from the brewing process than the grains used and its some may find this less palatable than the crisp refreshment of a good cider. Cider ingredients benefit from levels of vitamin C and antioxidants like polyphenols and flavonoids, which gives cider its distinctive taste & colour. These compounds are also found in red wine but are mainly absent in Beers. Is cider alcoholic? However, making cider is an incredibly considered process. Unlike beer making, the fermentation takes advantage of the natural sugars found in the apple. Beer relies on the conversion of starch from cereals such as barley a process that is undertaken in the brewery before the fermentation of beer. With apples the sugars are formed as the fruit ripens outside in the sunshine of the orchard. Our team at Brothers will make decisions that will determine the type of cider we create, including what kind of apples we will use. With an average of 4% ABV (alcohol by volume), each can or bottle of cider is recommended to be stored at an ambient temperature, then to be served chilled and over ice. The cider is gluten-free and the Somerset-based company assures suppliers that the cider is made using natural carbonation and also contains no artificial sweeteners or fats.

If you choose one of the Brothers fruity flavoured ciders, then your cider will be laced with the delicate fruit extracts used to create a brand new flavour dimension. Cider comes in different varieties, including still, naturally sparkling, bottle-fermented, carbonated, dry, medium, and sweet cider, and it can be made from dessert and eating apples. Pears may also be used to produce Perry or Pear Cider as it is more commonly known these days. Vintage ciders and special reserves made from single orchards or single varieties are also popular. Cider is as diverse in its nature as grapes and Wine.Britons are the world’s biggest consumer of cider per capita with fifty-six per cent of apples grown in the UK going to make cider. The West Country and Somerset is the most well-known region for growing apples and making all types of cider, including the still, strong tasting, cloudy traditional dry cider to the more popular bright, sparkling refreshing easy drinking ciders preferred by many. Apple and Pear Ciders have long been mixed with other fruits to provide a wide range of flavoured ciders. To put it simply, cider appeals to everyone – from discerning drinkers enjoying a glass on its own or pairing it with food to a growing audience choosing the wide variety of cider flavours over more traditional drinks such as beer and lager. But what does cider taste like? Why not have a browse through our Brothers Cider range to see the variety of curious flavours we have on offer. Did we mention that all of our ciders are Gluten Free and Vegan-Friendly ! The recent launch of the ‘Curious Mix’ campaign has gained “serious traction” across social media platforms, according to the company.

Cider apples are not like the apples you buy from the supermarket. The apple varieties we use to make our cider have special strains high in acids and tannins. They are exclusively grown for us in award winning Somerset Orchards less than 8 miles from our Cider Mill. The family regularly visit the orchards to ensure the crop is in tip top condition and is harvested to their exact desires. Brothers Cider use a combination of apple varieties to strike the right balance of bitter and sweet. We mainly use apples from Somerset Orchards that are just a few short miles from our cider mill. The cider apple varieties we use are high in acids and tannins, including Dabinett, Yarlington Mill, Harry Masters, Somerset Redstreak, and Browns Apple. You may want to read our piece on the ' Five of The Best Apples for Cider'. The growing popularity of cider For fourteen generations the Brother’s Cider family has strived to make light and refreshing ciders whilst also using a variety of fruit. The family has been creating cider of many different flavours since 1658. In 1842 the Brother’s cider family opened their first pub in Shepton Mallet in Somerset. Marc Charles, Global Commercial Director, said: “There has been a sharp increase in cider sales across the off-trade category over the past few months and the industry has done a great job in rising to the challenge to satisfy demand. The mix of cider apple varieties used account for the different flavours and tones found in the finished cider. Cider can mean different things to people. So, while it can taste sweetly of apples to one person, to someone else, they enjoy drinking cider for the sharp, acidic edge that pleasantly cuts through their thirst on a hot summers day.The flavoured cider producer saw year-on-year sales increase by 69% for the 52 weeks to June. This follows its momentum in 2019 when it was the fastest growing cider brand in the on and off-trade according to CGA and IRI, and the company, Brothers Drinks Co, was the fastest growing cider producer in the UK off-trade. Some love dry, sparkling ciders and others love the trendier flavoured ciders that come in a range of popular or nostalgic flavours, just like the Brothers Cider range that features classics like Cloudy Lemon, Rhubarb & Custard, Pink Grapefruit, Red Apple, Strawberry & Lime, Honeycomb, Marshmallow, Toffee Apple Cider, and more...