World Of Cider Flashcards
What are the two main types of fermented apple beverages?
Cider and perry
Perry is made from pears.
Which countries are among the leading cider markets worldwide in 2022?
U.K., South Africa, U.S., Australia, Spain
These markets represent significant cider consumption.
What are the top five fastest-growing cider markets in 2022?
Bosnia-Herzegovina, Lesotho, Serbia, Kenya, Mozambique, Democratic Republic of Congo
These countries are experiencing rapid growth in cider production and consumption.
What is the Spanish word for cider?
Sidra
In Basque, it is called sagardoa.
Where in Spain is cider primarily produced?
Asturias, Galicia, Basque Country
This region is often referred to as green Spain.
What is traditional Spanish cider called?
Sidra natural
It is made from specific apple varieties unique to Spain.
Describe the characteristics of traditional sidra natural.
Still, dry, acid-forward, low to medium tannin
Traditionally served from a height to enhance flavor.
What is the French word for cider?
Cidre
The word for perry is poire.
In which regions of France is cider predominantly made?
Normandy, Brittany, French Basque region
These areas have a long history of cider production.
What types of apples and pears are used for making cidre and poire?
Bittersweets and region-specific varieties
These varieties are grown specifically for cider and perry production.
How do traditional Norman and Breton cidres differ in taste?
Semi-sweet to sweet, tannin-forward, low to medium acid, and sparkling
Some producers in the French Basque Country make similar styles to Spanish sidra natural.
Where in the U.K. is cider mainly produced?
Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Devon
These areas are often referred to as the Western Counties.
What is the earliest known record of cider production in the U.K.?
11th century
Indicates a long history of cider making in the region.
What flavor profile do traditional ciders from southwestern England typically have?
Tannin-forward, dry to semi-sweet, often still
Sparkling ciders are also popular in this region.
What is the German word for cider?
Apfelwein
Other regional terms include vietz and most.
In which German state is cider notably produced?
Hesse
Particularly around the city of Frankfurt-am-Main.
What are the characteristics of traditional apfelwein?
Acid-forward, dry, still
Made from a blend of apple varieties.
How are modern German ciders typically characterized?
More wine-like, often from single named varieties
They remain typically acid-forward and still.
