6 Tasty Places To Enjoy Homemade Hard Cider This Fall In New Jersey

Autumn is the perfect time of year to indulge in a glass of fresh, crisp, refreshing hard cider, and we've discovered a bunch of places that make there own in New Jersey! [caption id="attachment_938899" align="alignnone" width="300"] (Photo by Chris Ratcliffe/Getty Images)[/caption] First, a little hard cider history. According to the site Webstaurant Store, hard cider, sometimes called hard apple cider or just cider, is an alcoholic drink made from fermented apple juice. You can make hard cider from all kinds of apples, cider apples are recognized as the best choice. One can enjoy the drink year-round, however, it is most popular during the late summer and fall months. [caption id="attachment_938908" align="alignnone" width="300"] (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)[/caption] Hard cider has a rich history and cultural significance in many countries including Europe and America. Furthermore, it has been enjoyed for centuries and is deeply ingrained in the traditions of countries. Places like England, France, and Spain. Moreover,  production methods and flavor profiles can vary greatly depending on the region. This results in a wide range of cider styles to explore. [caption id="attachment_938911" align="alignnone" width="300"] (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)[/caption] Here are some types of hard cider. Dry Ciders. These ciders are less sweet, and usually contain a higher alcohol content. Off Dry Ciders. Conversely, these type of cider have more of a smooth texture and accordingly, a rich sweeter flavor with more body. Semi Dry and Semi Sweet Ciders. These two ciders, meanwhile, are similar characteristics, such as body, texture, and apple flavor. [caption id="attachment_938917" align="alignnone" width="300"] (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)[/caption] There are many national and international Autumn cider brands on the market today. These include American brands such as Stella Artois Cidre, made in Baldwinsville, New York, Woodchuck Amber Hard Cider out of Vermont, and Angry Orchard from New York State.Meanwhile, there are plenty of popular international brands of cider you can find right now at your local liquor store. These include Magners Pear Cider from Ireland, and Samuel Smith's Organic Hard Cider from England. [caption id="attachment_938902" align="alignnone" width="300"] (Photo illustration by Cate Gillon/Getty Images)[/caption] Finally, there are some great hard cider makers right here in New Jersey. So grab the apples of your eye, and head out on a weekend day trip to enjoy some great Jersey Hard Cider!   [caption id="attachment_938905" align="alignnone" width="300"] (Photo by Chris Ratcliffe/Getty Images)[/caption]