Basque cider is an apple cider from the Basque region of Europe served at sagardotegi (cider houses). [1] Known as Sagardoa , the cider in Basque cuisine is produced at cider houses in areas such as Astigarraga , Spain , an apple growing region.

Take a journey through the history, culture and fascinating splendour of the Basque region and its stunning cider. Many thanks to Haritz for providing this wonderful and comprehensive guide on Basque cider. There is no certain evidence about when sagardoa started to be made in the Basque Country.

A sagardotegi (pronounced [s̺aɡaɾdoˈteɡi]) is a type of cider house found in the Basque Country where Basque cider and traditional foods such as cod omelettes are served. Modern sagardotegis can broadly be described as a cross between a steakhouse and a cider house.

The Basque cider house is one of the regions best-kept secrets. Cider poured from giant barrels & steaks as big as your head are just the start of an unforgettable experience. The production of cider has a long history in the Basque Country, going all the way back to the 11 th century.

2024年1月18日 · Astarbe is one of the oldest cider houses in Astigarraga having been making Basque cider since 1563! Located just on the outskirts of the Astigarraga, it’s within walking distance of the town centre (where you can get the bus to from San Sebastian).

If you enjoy sour beers, orange wines, or kombucha at all, Basque cider (and Asturian for that matter) will be right in your wheelhouse. Some Basque cider fans have even described drinking the tipple without the food as down right wrong. Only when paired with traditional dishes, they claim, does it really shine.

2017年10月11日 · Check out this easily-accessible, totally-affordable bottle of hard cider we're going to drink all fall. And read what makes Basque cider better than the rest.

2024年7月31日 · Basque cider (called sidra in Spanish or sagardo in Basque), after all, is one of the most popular drinks in San Sebastian, but it’s a bit different from other hard ciders you may be familiar with. The base ingredient, of course, is apples.

2024年1月17日 · In this article we’ll run through what makes this experience a must if you’re visiting San Sebastian early in the year, alongside the best places to book. Before we get into the list of Basque cider houses that you can visit, it’s worth knowing a few things about what makes this cider so special! 1. The taste comes from the acidic Basque apples.

2018年10月4日 · Every year from January to the end of April, the Basque region revolves around cider, or sagardoa in the native language. The beverage has been part of local culture for centuries, and it’s far from your average cider. Here’s where and how to enjoy it. Find a …