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"A great insight into the history and the traditional methods of producing first rate cider and perry, a fascinating read," -- --Mark Hix "--Mark Hix"
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The West Country is justly famous for its wide variety of delicious ciders. Over the last thirty years there has been a quiet revolution in the area with a steady growth in cider producers, from small, local companies to well-established outfits pumping out millions of gallons a year. In this book, James Crowden charts the development of cider making in the West Country, from the sixteenth century monks to the diverse industry of today. Crowden takes us on a tour around the beautiful and fragrant West Country orchards, outlining the differing manufacturing methods, and investigates the differences between a farm-house cider and an industrially manufactured one.He shows how the best cider makers translate their passion into the process and treat each different batch of cider like winemakers would a vintage. He also takes a look at the rise of perry making and profiles the companies dedicated to getting the best out of the West Country pears. "Ciderland" includes comprehensive summaries and descriptions of every cider and cider producer in the West Country and covers topics such as cider folk traditions and remedies, placing cider making firmly within the local culture.
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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
There are many surprising things in this substantial and well researched book. James Crowden has visited cider and perry makers from Cornwall to Herefordshire and it is clear that there is a resurgence of craftsmen and women putting their skills to good effect to make sophisticated drinks with great variety. Running alongside the production is the desire to retain old orchards and their sometimes rare fruit and to plant for the future.
In these uneasy times, the prospect of orchards in blossom and a glass or two of artisan cider is very appealing indeed.
In these uneasy times, the prospect of orchards in blossom and a glass or two of artisan cider is very appealing indeed.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is brilliant. Its well written with excellent pictures and descriptions of the cider and perry making process as well as interviews with cider and perry makers on how they operate their businesses.
I would recommend this book to anyone who has an interest in cider making.
I would recommend this book to anyone who has an interest in cider making.
Format:Paperback
What a fab book. Yes it discusses lots of history & technique, but for me this is first & foremost a celebration of cider & cidermakers, of the South West (UK), of country, tradition, dedication to joyous work (even if it can be cold, wet, smelly & muddy), to aiming for the sky.
The author's love & respect for cidermaking shine through. Anyone who has ever made a barrel, or been around cidermaking will recognise his hopes & dreams, & of those who wish to promote cider as something special.
I can only guess that this book was a work of love for James Crowden (who btw has served his cidermaking time, so he knows his way around). It certainly reads that way. The pictures are great too.
First page that I opened, I saw a good friend of mine holding out a glass to me.
Here's to you too, my friend, to James C, & to all the cidermakers who care. To Old England, to the NOW, & to the future. I raise my glass.
The author's love & respect for cidermaking shine through. Anyone who has ever made a barrel, or been around cidermaking will recognise his hopes & dreams, & of those who wish to promote cider as something special.
I can only guess that this book was a work of love for James Crowden (who btw has served his cidermaking time, so he knows his way around). It certainly reads that way. The pictures are great too.
First page that I opened, I saw a good friend of mine holding out a glass to me.
Here's to you too, my friend, to James C, & to all the cidermakers who care. To Old England, to the NOW, & to the future. I raise my glass.
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