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O’Callaghan’s Irish Cider has a pale amber color with a copper hue and essentially no bubbles. The nose is sweet, soft and slightly fruity. Well, there is a wee burn, but it is pretty flat and there is not much life to it. It does have a smooth draw and just a little bit of sweetness in the finish. This drink has the tiniest amount of farmhouse funk and spiciness, but the dull and slightly heavy mouthfeel have left me underwhelmed. At times there are both medicinal and metallic hints, but the aftertaste is pleasant, and it will have you squeezing your tongue with just a bit of zing.

Product Description:

O’Callaghan’s Irish Cider is an artisanal cider made at Longueville House in the heart of the River Blackwater Valley, County Cork. This beautiful part of Ireland has been home to the O’Callaghan family since the 10th Century. Made entirely with Dabinett and Michelin apples from our own orchard, this is a 100% natural cider. With no artificial sweeteners, additives, colorings, preservatives or added sulfites this is a true craft cider. Enjoy this Irish cider well chilled, as an accompaniment to meat, shellfish, charcuterie or cheese. It is also delicious sipped on its own.

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