Looking to drink something a little different with your meal tomorrow? Certified Sommelier Marcia Sanchez form Preserving Harvest Catering has come up with a list of cider recommendations (all from New York State) to pair with your Thanksgiving meal.
Hardscrabble Cider “Cranberry” | North Salem, NY
- balance of tart and sweet from apples with a slight cranberry finish
- notes of honey, spice, and minerals
- pairs well as an aperitif to cleanse the palate before dinner, or with a vegetarian roasted or charred side dish like Brussels sprouts
Descendant Cider “Pom Pomme” | Queens, NY
- subtle notes of hibiscus, pomegranates, apples
- refreshing, light, tart, and vibrant in terms of the fruit and floral notes
- pairs well with a green salad that has red fall fruits or squash
Nine Pin Cider Works “Fruit of the Forest Cider” | Albany, NY
- notes sumac berries bring herbaceousness, citrus and umami
- tart and vibrant acidity from sour cherry notes
- pairs well with mains such as turkey, roasted ham, or a vegetarian casserole
Kaneb Orchards “Cranberry Crisp Cider” | Massena, NY
- notes of raspberry, cranberry, honey, and sorbet
- a balance of tart and sweet that is also clean and refreshing
- pairs well with desserts, especially those that contain nuts, apples, cream or raspberries
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