Verger du Minot Brut

Brewed by Verger du Minot
Style: Cider
Hemmingford, Canada

Pale yellow, but with charming little effervescent bubbles that pearl to the rim of my glass. Du Minot is known for their sparkling ciders and I knew this one wouldn’t dissapoint. The aroma at first was a bit off to me, yes it smelled like apples but it was more of an apple purée that smelled like freshly regurgitated baby food. Thankfully, as I drank more it wasn’t as bad. The taste however, is totally spot on. Fresh and lively, great apple flavor, yes it’s dry but there is still a bit of residual sugar that makes it both refreshing and drinkable. This was the cider of the night for everyone at the tasting, and I agree. If only the smell was better, this would be an absolute knockout.