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Bomber of the Month: November
J.K.'s Cuvee Winterruption Farmhouse Hard Cider
Regular Price: $8.99
Sale Price: $7.99
Sale End: 11/30/2014
ABV: 6.9
Rate Beer: 97
J.K.'s Cuvee Winterruption Farmhouse Hard Cider

The earliest record of cider making dates back to the year 55 BC when the Romans arrived in the town of Kent, England. The locals there were fermenting apples to create a thirst quenching alcoholic beverage. In the United States of America the origins of cider making dates back to the first English settlers in the Country. Upon arrival, the immigrants found only inedible apple varieties and decided to request seeds from England be sent over immediately. Hard Cider was actually by far the most popular alcoholic beverage during the early days of our Country. This is due to the fact that apples were a lot easier to farm than barley, grapes, and other grains used in the production of beer, wine, or whiskey.

Started in the 1850s in Flushing, Michigan, J.K.’s Scrumpy has produced cider from the same apples grown in their own orchards. Handed down through generations, the company has been family-owned since its inception. They use only organic apples without the use of insecticides or other chemicals. For J.K.’s Cuvee Winterruption they took those very same organically grown apples and created a cold weather cider with subtle spices, cinnamon, vanilla, and a small amount of maple syrup. The outcome is a well crafted option for the colder months of the year.
On to the Tasting Notes:
After uncapping and pouring into a tulip glass the cider has a golden hue with a very minimal head. Intense aromas of apple, cinnamon, and vanilla fill the glass. Keeping with the pleasant aromas, this cider hits the palate with moderate sweetness, rich apple, cinnamon, vanilla, and a late, subtle, earthiness that rounds out the edges. This is an exceptional offering for late fall and all of winter from a company that has been perfecting its craft for over 150 years.
Food Pairing:
J.K.’s Scrumpy Cuvee Winterruption cider will pair very well with all of your holiday food and festivities. From turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes on Thanksgiving to ham, roasted vegetables, and delicious desserts during your winter celebrations. This cider has enough body and mouthfeel to stand up to those big meals with a nice subtle touch of vanilla, maple syrup, and spices. Though it’s wonderful on its own it will certainly add a welcome dimension to any meal during the Holiday season.



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