Hale & True Cider Co.
Grade: 93.5 A
This is Hale and True’s Basement Series No. 17 and was crafted for a special St. Patrick's Day party. Like many American cider masters Kerry has a chip on his shoulder and has been out to prove to his beer-drinking buddies that cider can be just as interesting as any brew. This dark, stout-inspired, cider is multi-layered but completely approachable. From coffee to Ecuadorian cocoa nibs, to caramel, milk sugar and Belgium rock candy serum, this world traveler of a drink unfolds slowly creating a cider experience that is creative and rich. It is complex, but with just enough sweetness that you’re kept wanting more. I hope this becomes a regular, if it hasn't already.