Relative new-comer to the cider market, but one of a long line of brewers known for their lagers, that have added a cider to their range. Stella has tried to give their cider a back story by insisting that it is called 'cidre' not cider, and the can claims to drink is made to a Belgian recipe. Is the drink worthy of the hype of the advertising? Well let's see:
First off, this cider has a mellow start with a nice apple after-taste. While the 'apple' taste might seem obvious because it is cider, I have noticed that with some ciders you get a proper 'hit' of apple, but with others the apple is hardly noticeable. I would call this medium rather than dry or sweet, it's sweetness seems quite subtle and there is no mention of sweeteners on the can. The after-taste has 'boiled-sweet' sweetness roundness and warmth making it all too easy to crack open another can...
The colour is quite coppery, and as expected with all ciders, refreshment is guaranteed. This is certainly a very drinkable and pleasant cider with the addition of being a fashionable new kid on the block.
Price Guide: 4-pack cans £2.28 per litre
Rating: **** (4 stars)
Brewer: Stella Artois
Alcohol content: 4.5%
Sold in 440ml cans
(440x4.5)/1000= 2.0 units of alcohol
Recommended Safe Daily allowance: 1 can
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