Cider, once America’s drink of choice, is making a major comeback, cropping up in bars and stores all over the U.S. It is no longer seen as a girly alternative to beer, but rather as a refreshing stand-alone that can hold its own at the dinner table or the grill.
In fact, hard cider is becoming the next big thing alongside craft beer. Its reputation for being all natural and gluten-free has made it an alluring option for the health-conscious. Find out more about cider below!
- Cider has a wide range of styles and flavors, from sparkling and sweet to still, dry and bitter.
- Hard cider is always carbonated.
- Prior to prohibition, hard cider was one of the most popular alcoholic beverages in the U.S.
- Ciders can pair with almost anything, from cheese and seafood to spicy Mexican and Indian food.
- Ciders are required by the Federal Drug Administration to list the ingredients on the bottle or can.
Top Picks:
The Saint Crispin Cider
Stella Artois Cider
Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Cider
Samuel Smith’s Organic Cider
