Located in the heart of British Columbia wine country, Merridale Estate Cidery defines itself as “apples expressed.” Using time-tested cider varieties from England, France and Germany, like Tremlett’s Bitter, Michelin, Dabinett, Frequin Rouge and more, the cidery-distillery produces on-site in Vancouver Island’s Cowichan Valley, chosen for its apple-growing terroir.
The House Dry Cider, a variation on the popular House Cider, is a slightly dry English-style pub cider that shares more than a passing similarity to white wine. The light, almost straw-colored cider has aroma of golden apples, with hints of something approaching tropical fruit. Very light and easy to drink, this is a highly sessionable, very refreshing cider that would be perfect to beat the heat of the last days of summer or to enjoy with a salad or some chicken.
