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This is a review of the "Orchard" box.
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Bespoke Post "Orchard" Review
If you read my last Bespoke Post review, you might be noticing a fermentation sort of theme going on for me this fall. This box contains everything I need to brew up some apple cider, aside from the apple juice.
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Hard Cider Brew Kit - Retail Value $45.00
So every fall, Will goes into beer brewing mode and most weekends are filled with him creating some magical brew in the kitchen. They take some time to ferment, so as the year gets colder there are always random jugs filled with brewing beer around the house in black bags to protect them from light. He really, really enjoys craft brewing! When I saw this hard cider kit, I knew it had to be his. I brought it home and he wanted to get started right away. The only thing we needed was to source a gallon of fresh apple juice, and (lucky for me!) there is a farmer's market down the road every Thursday. Once we acquired the juice, we were on a roll!
1 of 6 | First, we disinfected the tools and accessories in a bleach solution.
The hardest part of brewing is the wait. Will is a proponent of secondary fermentation, which doubled the wait time. It's ok, I trust his genius.
Here is the first pour! It was really mild and yummy. While it was carbonated, it wasn't harsh like some sodas or beers. It was actually so yummy warmed up with an orange slice too!
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Tasting Cider by Erin James and CIDERCRAFT Magazine, 288 pages - Retail Value $19.95 (found here for $17.69)
I thought this would be a recipe book, but it was more like a giant tasting journal for ciders across the country. The end had some yummy food and cocktail recipes too.
This complete guide to North America’s oldest beverage celebrates hard cider’s rich history and its modern makers, as well as its deliciously diverse possibilities. Flavor profiles and tasting guidelines highlight 100 selections of cider — including single varietal, dessert, hopped, and barrel-aged — plus perry, cider’s pear-based cousin. A perfect addition to any meal, cider pairings are featured in 30 food recipes, from Brussels sprouts salad to salmon chowder, brined quail, and poached pear frangipane. An additional 30 cocktail recipes include creative combinations such as Maple Basil Ciderita and Pear-fect Rye Fizz.
Though I would have preferred a book of cider recipes, this was still very cool and the perfect addition to this box.
Verdict: This Bespoke Post contained another fun drink brewing kit and our cider turned out pretty great! I was surprised at how easy it was and we will totally make more cider in the future. For $48.95 ($45.00 + $3.95 shipping), we received $64.95 in value for the kit and tasting journal (this does not include the cider I purchased). The value was here since the drink kit itself covered the subscription cost, leaving the book value as a fun extra! If you are looking for a really fun and totally 'fall' activity, grab this kit.
To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? Yep! Brew with me, friends!
Value Breakdown: This box cost $45 + $3.95 shipping meaning I saved about 26% with my Bespoke Post membership this month.
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