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I love cider! I found this book to be fascinating and I learned a lot.

My Husband really enjoyed this book and he has returned to it a few times, informative and very useful!

Very interesting and wide selection of recipes, as well as a great insight into cider!

I wasn't much of a beer drinker, until the craft breweries took over and created such amazing flavors that I couldn't help but be drawn to them. And while I love a deep stout with a rich chocolate overtone or a light pale ale, I found myself drawn over and over to the fruity beers. I have always been a fan of fruit, so this wasn't a huge surprise.

And then finally it occurred to me that I should skip the middle man (the grains) and go straight for the fruit: hard cider. And I figured that out just in time, because hard cider too is having a moment. Artisans are finally getting their due, and the world of hard cider has exploded from just a couple of brands on most store shelves to a wide variety of labels, flavors, styles, and creativity. 

The editors of Cidercraft Magazine have put together the ultimate guide to this new hard cider world. Out tomorrow, Tasting Cider is a handbook to this tasty new realm. With gorgeous photographs, a history of cider in America, a glossary, and even recipes for cider cocktails as well as entrees and desserts using cider (Cider Braised Chicken? Woodchuck Cider Pulled Pork? Hard Apple Cider Crisp? Yes, please!), this cider guide is perfect for cider drinkers wanting to learn more about their favorite beverage. 

But even better than all that, if that's possible, is the in-depth introduction to cider types and cider makers from across the United States. Barrel-aged ciders, botanical and spiced ciders, orchard-based varieties, hopped ciders, single-varietal ciders, perry, and more--each type of cider gets its time in the spotlight. And while beginners like me can get a road map to many flavorful treats, even experienced cider drinkers can find something in here to learn and to prompt a road trip to a local cider maker, or at least to a local liquor store. 

Anyone interested in cider--drinking it, cooking with it, making cider cocktails, or even learning to make it--can find plenty of information and inspiration in Tasting Cider. It's a phenomenal collection of knowledge for cider drinkers of any level or preference, and would make a beautiful gift as well. Cider drinkers need a guide just like this one. I know I did. 



Galleys for Tasting Cider were provided by Storey Publishing through NetGalley.com, with many thanks.

It was great to read about North America's strong ciders..........

I love this book. As a cider drinker from Somerset I thought it was great. I loved the history about cider making. It was really interesting to read about the different types of cider available in the US. The inclusion of cocktails and recipes made a great addition.

As an Oregonian, I am so glad to see so many Oregon-based companies highlighted in this book! Even my favorite cidery (Portland Cider Company, yay!) got a shout out, along with 2 Towns and Anthem and a bunch more companies whose cider I buy all the time. I visit these ciderhouses. Basically: their cider is fantastic, and it makes me happy to see them getting some well-deserved recognition. Oregon cider is delicious. Oregon: we make cider, too, not just beer! Hurray for the Pacific Northwest! Hurray for supporting local businesses!

And there are ciders from all over highlighted in this book, and it has left me with a massive list of ciders that I now absolutely must try. I need to get my hands on some of Wildcraft Ciderworks' lilac cider (hurray, another Oregon company!) and some of Reverend Nat's Hard Cider (woo, Portland!). Also, pumpkin cider is a thing? I need it.

For a person that loves ciders like I do, or that want to learn more about ciders, this is a great book on the history of ciders and many of those that brew some of the best ciders. I have had a couple of these ciders show in the book but now will be on a quest to try many of the others. Beautiful photographs and wonderful recipes included to try!

This is an incredible overview of cider, from history to science to tasting, with beautiful layout, images, and infographics. I can't wait to get this on our library's shelves!

i love cider! i'ts one of my favourite drinks out there! this book was a complete reveal to me. i never knew there were so many types of cider. i definitely learned a lot, and in an enjoyable way. and omg the recepies! delicious!!

Amazing book. Great information and I've learnt so much.
Now just to put the new knowledge gained into practice and make some cider.
Great photography and the design of the book is beautiful.