This is a completely different experience to other cider tastings. These flavored ciders are all apple based, from Pacific Northwest apples, but there isn't a whole lot of apple flavor. All the ciders here are dry, mostly still (unless they add nitro), and the interesting flavors are understated. These ciders are easy to drink, but at 6.5% to 8.5% alcohol by volume, you might want to take it easy. I ordered a tasting that included Chai, Hopped, Juniper, Hibiscus, Tomato Basil, and Sarsaparilla. The Chai had a great nose and a spicy finish, but it wasn't hot. The Hopped was lemony and hoppy with amarillo, falcon's flight, and lemon drop hops. The Juniper had a hint of pine, and I'd call this one the gin of cider. The Hibiscus was slightly sour with great color. The Tomato Basil definitely had a hint of Caprese sandwich, bread and all. The Sarsaparilla was earthy and vegetal with a hint of ginger, and it was nitro (so a little lively). These are all sulfite free and low carb. Whether you like these ciders or not, a tasting here is a noteworthy experience.
Location: Bawker Bawker Cider House, 400 N 4th Avenue, Tucson, Arizona. Date: August 27, 2021.
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