- It's too sour.
- Dry cider naturally contains very little sugar. If it's not to your taste, use a 'sweet' or 'medium' cider, or add more honey.
Classic English dry cider cocktail
The British, grandmasters of cider, cherish the dryness of a good brew. This recipe doesn't mask that character but complements the tart dryness with the acidity of citrus and the cooling freshness of mint. As elegant as afternoon tea, but far more refreshing.
Ingredients
500
ml
Dry cider
1
pc
Green apple (e.g. Granny Smith)
Half
pc
Lemon juice
1
tbsp
Runny honey
1
handful
Fresh mint
10
pcs
Ice cubes
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Equipment Needed
- Large mixing glass or jug
- Bar spoon
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Instructions
1
✓
Place the honey and lemon juice at the bottom of the glasses, then mix with a splash of cider until the honey dissolves.
Tip: Honey dissolves poorly and hardens in cold alcohol, which is why you must first mix it with the acidic lemon juice (or a splash of warm water).
2
✓
Slice the apple into thin rounds or wedges. Add to the glass along with the ice.
Tip: Tart green apples (high malic acid content) suit dry cider better than sweet red ones.
3
✓
Top up with the cider, toss in the mint, and stir gently.
Tip: Don't crush the mint too much, as bitter compounds can be released from the stems. Just use the fragrant leaves.
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Ingredients
- 500 ml Dry cider
- 1 pc Green apple (e.g. Granny Smith)
- Half pc Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Runny honey
- 1 handful Fresh mint
- 10 pcs Ice cubes