#docshardcider

Doc's Draft Cassis - Black Currant Hard Apple Cider

I swear, I'm going to start carrying a notebook with me, so I can take notes about these ciders that I come across when I'm not expecting it. Doc's Draft Cassis is very sweet. The black current juice really takes over in this cider, and you can see that in the vibrant, red color. (It's hard to take pictures of ciders in dark bars, I tried to use the candle to show the intensity of this ciders color). Worth a try, but I'm going to stick with Doc's Draft Original, and sometimes Docs Draft Hopped.

Doc's Dry Hopped Hard cider

Warwick Valley Winery and Distillery

Warwick Valley, NY

I am so excited to say that my job now has this limited batch of cider on tap. This was my first experience with hopped cider, and to be honest I was pretty sure it was going to be awful. I am not a big fan of hoppy beers; I can't stand IPAs. Hops tend to be a flavor of bitter I can't stand. And then adding the distinct, sweet flavor of cider: I don't know about this guys. However, this is great. It is well balanced and light; the sweet apple tones blend well with the floral hops and leaves you wanting more. It is refreshing and crisp, this is the perfect time of year for this release. I'm super excited for the other hopped ciders I have lined up to try.