Introduction
1 The Core Essentials
A Snapshot of Cider History
From Puritans to Johnny Appleseed
Apples: From Fruit to Juice
How to Taste Cider
Cider 101: A Glossary of Terms
2 From Branch to Bottle
Freestyle Cidermakers
Orchard-Based Ciders
Modern Ciders
Single-Varietal Ciders
Dessert Ciders
Hopped Ciders
Rosé Ciders
Fruit-Infused Ciders
Barrel-Aged Ciders
Spiced and Botanical Ciders
Specialty Ciders
Perry
3 Shaken, Stirred, and Served Up: Cider Cocktail Recipes
Cider in the Clear: Gin, Vodka, and Aquavit
Cider South of the Border: Tequila, Mezcal, and Rum
North American Classics: Cider and Brown Liquor
Cider, from Start to Finish: Aperitifs, Brandies, and Liqueurs
4 Tableside Sippers: Recipes for Cooking and Pairing with Cider
First Course: Appetizers, Salads, and Sides
From the Water: Fish, Mollusks, Bivalves, and More
From the Land: Beef, Lamb, Pork, and Poultry
Sweet Tooth: Cider-Centric Desserts
Reading List
Acknowledgments
Index
Photo Credits
