The first of many from the haul from the New York State Cider Festival, Dan retastes Orchard Hill Cider Mill Rosé Pink Bubbles.

STYLE: Cider – Rosé
ABV: 7.25%
AVAILABILITY: 16 oz. cans/Draft (Limited)

Stats above taken from the brewery’s can and website.

Gorgeous, dark pink hue similar to cranberry ginger ale, with a little carbonation.

Blend of fresh apple and Rosé sparkling wine akin to Crémant de Bourgogne, with some residual earthy/funky notes and a hint of tartness.

Fruity and sweet, but not too much so, with a nice funky/slight tart note on the finish.

Light body with smooth mouthfeel and slight, gentle carbonation.

This is is mostly a sipping cider for me, but I feel it is super approachable, especially for Rosé drinkers. Pairing-wise, cream- or fruit-based desserts are an obvious play, because of the sweetness level. That being said, I would love to see a fresh salad featuring goat or a lighter cheese, apples, nuts, and raspberry vinaigrette of sorts as well.

Cheers and remember:

Life’s a tap…drink up ’til it’s dry.

All music on this show came to us from the now defunct Music Alley.
Intro: “Meet Me At The Bar” by The Beer Drinking Fools
Outtro: “Bubblegum and Beer” by The Supersuckers

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