About this Event
Join Claude and The London Cider and Perry Club at one of central London's best pubs for real cider: The Miller.
We will be tasting and talking about the ‘Prince of Beverages’ and Claude’s new book Cider Planet: Exploring the Producers, Practices, and Unique Traditions of Craft Cider and Perry from Around the World.
Claude will be in conversation with Alison Taffs, founder of the London Cider and Perry Club, and will delve into the history of the world’s greatest cider regions as well as the new and emergent trends around the world that have contributed to cider’s growing appreciation. You will get the chance to learn about the great UK cider traditions, profiles of different cider styles and rituals, as well as tips from some of the most knowledgeable producers Claude encountered through his travels and research.
The evening will also include a tasting of 5 ciders from around the UK, as well as a chance to purchase a signed copies of Claude’s books Cider Planet and The New Cider Maker’s Handbook.
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"In typical erudite fashion, Claude brings his encyclopedic knowledge of orcharding practice, cidery process, and apple and pear varieties with him. Whether it’s being transported to Kazakhstan (the birthplace of the domestic apple), wandering the perry orchards of Herefordshire with Tom Oliver, exploring the diversity of apple varieties from North America, or a visit to any of cider’s other homes, this is the perfect accompaniment for a fascinating pomologically inspired voyage."
―Susanna Forbes, Little Pomona Orchard & Cidery
"Claude’s unique involvement with the international craft cider scene makes him the perfect guide for the rest of us. He takes a deep look at the way that traditional and industrial cider processes have come to differ as much as they do, and he explores the distinct histories of ciders and perries in different countries and the way in which their fruit and climate have influenced their drinks. Along the way, he introduces us to some exceptional cider making personalities worldwide. In the light of the huge revival of interest in craft cider and its differentiation from the mainstream, this book is both timely and fascinating."
—Andrew Lea, author of Craft Cider Making
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Miller, 96 Snowsfields, London, United Kingdom
GBP 7.50