2022 Ashmeads Kernel

Apple

$14.00 / 750 mL Bottle

Alcohol 8.2%
pH 3.43

Titratable Acid 8.68
Bottling Date 03/04/2023

This cider is made entirely with apples from our Hightown orchard which is above 3000 feet in elevation, and has the bright acidity that Highland County apples are known for. This cider is 8.2% ABV, 1.67% residual sugar, and has a light sweet, buttery aroma. But it takes a different turn as you take a sip, the acidity hits your palate up front with notes of pomegranate, kiwi, and cranberry, but then gives way to a warm notes of caramel. This cider is made with apples that have not been sprayed with any pesticides or fungicides.

Notes

A little higher titratable acidity than I normally like to put in a bottle, but the flavors in the 2021 vintage, made me ignore that normal rule. And my tasters, absolutely loved this cider (young palates love acidity) .

Maker Name

Kirk Billingsley

Vineyard/Orchard Name

Hightown Orchard