Crispin Natural Hard Apple Cider
Artisanal Reserve Honey Crisp
6.5% ALC/VOL - 22 FL. OZ.
This unfiltered craft cider is made with organic honey and, I believe, is only sold in large bottles.
I'm a big fan of Crispin ciders. I love their Browns Lane, which they import and make with bittersweet English apples. But I've found the artisanal reserve series to be very pleasurable as well.
Although not as dry as the Browns Lane, the Honey Crisp is not really that sweet despite the added organic honey. Because it is unfiltered and has added honey, this cider has a great mouthfeel - light and easy to drink yet with a substantial and velvety body.
I find the finish more subtle, like licking a honeycomb. After the first few sips you get notes of wax. The honey, although adding some sweetness, also adds a savoriness and quiet earthiness. I drank this as my dessert last night, but it could pair well with a lighter entree.
8/10
Enjoy.














