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• Zythos Sidra Natural

Few in the U.K are even aware that Spain has an indigenous cider culture to match our own. The region of Asturia, with the majestic city of Oviedo at its heart, is the home to the industry and to the eponymous D.O for Sidra production.

During the Franco regime, the rebellious Asturians were the target of efforts to quell dissention and Franco believed that to hit at the heart of their culture, one had to regulate the Siderias – as a result, he banned singing in Siderias but he could not ban the production of sidra altogether!

Today, the industry is innovating and providing new life for a category that could have declined. The “nuevo expression” sidras are clear, sometimes single varietal ciders that aim to compete on equal terms with wine. Interesting though they are, we have decided to introduce a tradional “escanciar” sidra. Slightly cloudy and still, it is intended for pouring a small amount into a glass from height (escanciar) which is then downed in one go. It’s a skill that takes some time to develop but what fun you can have whilst practising!

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		Zythos Sidra Natural, Llagar Herminio A traditional cider from the Northern Spanish region of Asturia. Made only from apples allowed under their denominacion rules, it is still, dry and deliciously appley

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