{"id":14866,"date":"2014-10-23T07:00:38","date_gmt":"2014-10-23T11:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/developer83.wordpress-developer.us\/culturecheesemag\/?p=14866"},"modified":"2014-10-22T16:04:36","modified_gmt":"2014-10-22T20:04:36","slug":"along-came-cider","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/developer83.wordpress-developer.us\/culturecheesemag\/along-came-cider\/","title":{"rendered":"Along Came a Cider"},"content":{"rendered":"

Autumn is apple season, and our love for this crisp, sweet-tart fruit knows no bounds. From apple picking, to apple butter, to out-of-the-box apple recipes<\/a>, many fall favorites utilize apples as a core ingredient. And while it’s common knowledge that cheese and apples are a match made in heaven, don’t forget that a tall glass of cider<\/a> is another fruity variation that you can enjoy with your cheese during the harvest season!<\/p>\n

While wine is undoubtedly the classic go-to in any cheese course, cider is an unsung pairing hero. Its carbonated kick works overtime by adding freshness to even the most creamy and decadent of cheeses, while also acting as a palate cleanser in between bites. Sascha Inram of Murray’s Cheese<\/a> in New York City praised this pairing by saying, “Rich cheeses love any carbonation present in cider… Slicing through butterfat and salt, cider’s acidity elevates the nuanced and complex flavors in cheese.” Though the intensities and flavorings of cider can range widely, it is generally considered to be a lighter, fruitier option that naturally complements the earthiness of many cheeses.<\/p>\n

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When deciding which cheeses and cider styles you’d like to pair together, keep these helpful guidelines in mind:<\/p>\n