This cider is not a thorn in my side! (Blackthorn Cider)

Member Name: welling1

Product:	Blackthorn Cider
Date:	23/04/09 (108 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Great tasting, good value

Disadvantages: Too many leave you with a sore head

Blackthorn Cider is a dry cider with sugar and sweeteners. The alcohol volume is 5.5% and it is made using English cider apples.

I came across Blackthorn Cider at a weekend in Haven and after asking cider prices for Magners and nearly having a heartattack at the price, I asked what other cider was going. Thus, I was introduced to Blackthorn. I am not a massive beer drinker and cider is my main choice of tipple and Blackthorn has made it into my top 3. Unlike other ciders the taste of Blackthorn with every mouthful really hits the spot and is very strong tasting. It leaves a strong apple taste in your mouth and the taste does not seem to go away which is a good thing if you like the after taste of apples. With other ciders I have found that I get bloated pretty quickly when eating and drinking fast but Blackthorn seems to fill the gap and is a nice accompaniment to any evening meal.

As I mentioned this is a strong cider and due to the taste you can find yourself consuming that bit too much very quickly as I have on more than one occasion lol! This is also a good time to start drinking Blackthorn if you are a cider drinker as it is very cheap in comparison to Magners and Bulmers in my local pubs and supermarkets. I picked up 15 cans the other day of 450ml each at the cost of about £7 - really good value for this great tasting cider.

As with any drink I would serve this extra chilled as it really does bring the taste of the cider out. Having it warm, as I have had on the occasions when I've not filled the fridge up, it just does not do the cider justice. To anyone who's looking to try something with a little bit more strength and taste and a pick me up refreshment, give Blackthorn cider a go.

Summary: Happy drinking!