Russell Perry

Brewed by Russell Orchards
Style: Perry
Ipswich, Massachusetts USA

Very pale yellow color with no real carbonation to speak of. Slightly leathery tannin aroma with sweet pear hints in the background. Lightly sweet flavor with a drier finish. Not super complex, but light and fairly elegant for perry.

Slightly hazy medium to light gold colored cider with some lighter greenish/white tinges. No head, moderately bubbly. Smells of peppery apple blossoms (probably more like pear blossoms actually). Good crisp light pear aroma, a touch of alcohol. Really outstanding. Taste is not what I expected at all. Very dry and well done. Subtle pear taste, with some moderately sharp floral notes, some nice herbal tastes as well. I really wish I knew more about ciders. I can't really rate this well. Tastes more authentic than say Bulmers or Woodchuck, that's for sure.