The Charm of Cider 🍏 - Apple Sparkling Wine Infused with History
Cider is a sparkling wine made from apples.
Its history is ancient, dating back to the Roman era before Christ 🏛️.
As apple cultivation spread throughout Europe, naturally fermented apple wine became deeply rooted in people's lives.
In medieval Europe, due to poor water sanitation, it is said that both adults and children regularly consumed cider.
Among them, Brittany and Normandy in France are famous cider-producing regions. Nurtured by the local climate and soil, a wide variety of ciders are still produced there today.
And in Japan, unique craft ciders have been successively appearing and gaining popularity from famous apple-producing regions such as Aomori and Nagano in recent years 🗾.
Enjoyment Around the World and in Japan 🥂
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France 🇫🇷
In the Brittany region, "cider and crepes" is a classic combination. It's an indispensable pairing for holiday meals. In the Normandy region, cider-based cocktails are also popular.
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Japan 🇯🇵
Japanese cider is appealing for its fresh and crisp acidity. It pairs excellently with Japanese cuisine, enhancing the flavor of dishes like sushi and tempura. One of its charms is that it can be enjoyed throughout the four seasons, served chilled on a hot summer day or as hot cider in winter.
Cider and Food Pairings 🍽️
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Sweet Cider 🍰
Not only does it pair with desserts, but it also goes excellently with cheese and spicy dishes.
【Recommended】France / Cidre Bouche Doux (sweet) ¥968 -
Dry Cider 🧀
A perfect match for meat dishes and aged cheeses. Paired with roasted pork, you can experience a taste of France right at your table.
【Recommended】France / Cidre Bouche Brut (dry) ¥968 -
Japanese Cider 🍣
It pairs exceptionally well with sushi and fresh seafood. The apple's acidity brings out the umami of the ingredients, making your meal even more delightful.
【Recommended Sweet Cider 👇】
France / Cidre Bouche Doux (sweet) ¥968
【Recommended Dry Cider 👇】
France / Cidre Bouche Brut (dry) ¥968
Japanese Cider 🍣
It pairs exceptionally well with sushi and fresh seafood. The apple's acidity brings out the umami of the ingredients, making your meal even more delightful.
Summary 🌱 - Cider is Hot Right Now!!
Cider, with its simple "apple wine" nature, is imbued with local history and food culture.
The charm that has been loved for hundreds of years around the world is now spreading in Japan.
A bottle of cider on your table.
The apple aroma and gentle bubbles will enrich your meals and conversations.
This autumn, why not take a step into the world of cider? 🍏🥂
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