West Avenue – Cherriosity

Cider Profile:

Name:   West Avenue – Cherriosity
Sampled April 2019
Updated: December 2021

Cider Crate Tasting Notes:

Smell: Medium aroma. Tart cherry with cellared and earthy apples.
Initial Taste: Light bite with some acidity. As carbonation dissipates, a semi-tart cherry with apple base become present. Apples, not overly strong, are mostly heritage tasting with some tannins. Buttery undertones.
After Taste: Becomes more dark cherry flavoured and less apple present. Some notes from the fermentation process also present. Ends mostly dry.
On ice: Becomes much flatter and thinner.  Less cherry flavour.

Additional Notes:  One of the original cherry ciders in Ontario, Cherriosity has stood the test of time. Tart cherries and a medley of apple notes – including some heritage – define this cider. Some elements from the fermentation process add depth but aren’t overwhelming. Mostly dry tasting, it has a slight dusting of sweetness. Think red tart crushed cherries, with a hint of maraschino and dark varieties.

Rated on a scale of 1-5
Sweet – 2
Sour – 3
Crisp – 2
Dry – 4
Fruity – 3

Next recommendations:
More Sweet – Shale Ridge – Cherry Apple
More Sour – Banjo – Rouge
More Dry – Revel – Sonata
More Crisp – KW Craft – Wild Cherry

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