Bullbeggar is produced by the Lamyatt village co-operative, deep in the Mendips, using traditional methods, from local apples, and aged in old rum casks. A "bullbeggar" is a mischievous spirit, in the local dialect.
Dark amber, with a sharp fruit aroma, carrying some wood and caramel.
Crisp, sharp fruit, with some pepper, gives way to astringent, tarry wood, and a hint of dark rum in the dry finish, alongside some earthy funk.
Old-fashioned, astringent, West Country cider, with just a hint of sparkle, but bags of character. Support this wee community (population 183) enterprise, if you get the chance, and you won't be disappointed.
Obtained online from Somerset Cider Company.
Reviewed on 06 Aug 2018
