SAMSONS West Country Cider Kit

ABV: 3.8%

Date Bottled: 07/04/13

Recipe: N/A

Yeast: N/A

Presentation (Colour): Nice and fairly clear light cider. Very little sediment [8/10]

Aroma: No evidence of yeast at all, a nice subtle appley aroma [6/10] 

Taste: A very smooth cider - I would question the authenticity of the "West Country", as it's not on the strong side and perhaps could have done with a more stronger yeast, or more sugar, not an awful lot of flavour, but a nice drink. [7/10]

Fizz: Excellent fizz on this one. [9/10]

Overall Score: 7.5/10

Verdict: A very successful kit cider. The yeast seemed to die out quite quickly, even though the temperature was controlled, which is a little disappointing, giving a very light and relatively low-alcohol cider. Would definitely do this again, perhaps using a different yeast next time.

Samson's West Country Cider (from a kit)