Orchard Pig Truffler
The Deep, Aromatic Somerset Dry Cider. A deeply refreshing dry Somerset cider with a balanced bittersweet body, an aromatic orchard nose, and a beautifully smooth, rounded finish.
The Liquid Profile
We don’t do watered-down, and we definitely don’t mask our fruit with excessive carbonation. Orchard Pig Truffler is crafted for those who appreciate a fuller-bodied traditional blend. Made with local bittersweet Somerset apples, it’s a balanced dry cider that packs a satisfying punch while remaining remarkably crisp.
- ABV: 6.0%
- Style: Traditional Dry Cider
- Available Formats: 500ml Glass Bottles.
- Dietary: Gluten-Free. Vegan & Vegetarian Approved.
Sensory Breakdown & Tasting Notes
- The Nose: An intense, complex bouquet of dried West Country apple skins, citrus peel, and a hint of rustic, earthy character that hits your snout instantly.
- The Palate: A structured, dry front that rolls into a green apple sharpness. Crisp and satisfying with a rich mouthfeel and low carbonation that lets the tannins shine.
- The Tail: Just when you think the dryness has won, it offers a subtle, lingering whisper of sweetness for a long, incredibly smooth, and rounded finish.
Sweetness Scale
A dry and structured cider.
[ Bone Dry ] ——–⚫️——————————— [ Sweet & Juicy ]
Orchard Pig Truffler Food Pairings & Tippler’s Tips
💡 The Tippler’s Tip
Anyone who loves the delicate, dry, crisp, and clean finish of a fine Riesling wine will find a bottle of Orchard Pig Truffler Dry Cider hits the spot just nicely. It’s the ultimate sophisticated alternative for wine lovers looking to get a little closer to the orchard.
The Perfect Craft Cider Match
Truffler’s rich body and natural tannins are built to cut through bold, heavy, and savoury textures. It is the perfect accompaniment to a real meal or a premium evening platter.
- The Ultimate Combo: A robust, sharp West Country mature cheddar or a complex blue cheese alongside cheese-flavoured biscuits.
- The Pub Classic: A steaming hot plate of traditional coastal fish and chips—the dry sharpness cuts beautifully through the rich batter.
Behind the Blend: The Orchard Pig Somerset Story
It all began in a humble Somerset shed, surrounded by the finest West Country apple trees and our free-roaming Old Spot pigs. Turns out, when you combine a massive harvest of bittersweet cider apples, real maturation patience, and a bit of pig-headed stubbornness, you get a premium dry craft cider with real muscle. Why the Name "Truffler"? Because this pig goes deep. It’s named after the rare breeds that root through the rich Somerset earth looking for the good stuff. Orchard Pig Truffler isn't an everyday superficial cider: it’s a robust, 6.0% ABV traditional dry blend crafted for real cider enthusiasts. This one will really put the curl back in your tail!
Orchard Pig Truffler Ingredients & Nutritional Information
- Ingredients: Cider, Water, Sugar, Apple Juice, Acid (Citric Acid), Preservative (Sodium Metabisulphite).
- Allergen Advice: Contains Sulphites (Sulphur Dioxide).
- Nutritional Values (Per 100ml):
| Per 100ml | |
| Energy | 200kJ/48kcal |
| Fat | <0.1 |
| – of which saturates | <0.1 |
| Carbohydrates | 4.8g |
| – of which sugars | 4.1g |
| Protein | 0.4g |
| Salt | 0.008g |
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