IRONBOUND IMPERIAL CIDERS
Ironbound Imperial Ciders are our Jersey take on old-world aperitifs and digestifs. Borrowing from traditional port production, we use applejack to stop the fermentation of our hard cider early so that we retain the natural sweetness and complexity of our heirloom apple varieties. We then infuse this blend with a proprietary mix of aromatic and bittering botanicals—ingredients that are grown on our farm and by our local network of grower-partners. Like the classic European aperitifs and digestifs that inspired us, these unique farm-driven fortified ciders will evolve and soften over time.
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Available at Ironbound Farm and select bars throughout New Jersey and new york
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LEMON BEEBRUSH
18.5% ABV
An infusion of Ironbound Farm-grown chamomile, lemon balm, and other botanicals—along with a mix of classic bittering herbs and wild spices—creates a complex, deeply aromatic aperitif with notes of tea, lemonade, green apple, pie spice, and dark chocolate. Reminiscent of Italian amaro, enjoy on its own and in cocktails.
CIDERHOUSE COCKTAILS:
JULIA’S LEMONADE
3 oz Lemon Beebrush Imperial Cider
1 oz Non-alcoholic Apple Cider (such as our Kinder Cider)
Splash of Ironbound Lemon Ginger Hard Seltzer to top off
Serve over ice and garnish with a fresh slice of lemon.
MUSCONETCONG SLING
1 oz Gin
2 oz Lemon Beebrush Imperial Cider
Splash of Ironbound Original Hard Cider to top off
Serve over ice and garnish with rosemary sprig and lemon twist.
CHERRY BURDOCK
18.5% ABV
An infusion of Ironbound Farm-grown botanicals, citrus, and classic bittering barks creates a rich, bitter-sweet aperitif with notes of chocolate-covered cherries and exotic spices. Barrel aging creates a long, smooth finish with hints of freshly roasted coffee and toasted almonds. Perfect on its own over ice and in place of vermouth in classic cocktails.
CIDERHOUSE COCKTAIL:
LEEDS 13
10 oz Devil’s Harvest Hard Cider
2 oz Cherry Burdock Imperial Cider
THE LOWER MANHATTAN
1 oz Bourbon
2-3 dashes Bitters
2 oz Cherry Burdock Imperial Cider
Splash of Ironbound Devil's Harvest Hard Cider to top off
Serve over ice and garnish with a brandied cherry.
ORANGE BLOSSOM
18.5% ABV
An infusion of chamomile blossoms, bitter orange, and sundried peels of sweet orange and lemon creates a bright, citrusy aperitif. Enjoy on the rocks and in your favorite cocktail. Pairs beautifully with tequila, especially in a margarita!
CIDERHOUSE COCKTAIL:
THE HARVEST MOON
3 oz Orange Blossom Imperial Cider
5 oz Devil’s Harvest Hard Cider
Serve over ice with a garnish of sliced orange.
CHARLITA
1.25 oz Blanco Tequila
1.75 oz Orange Blossom Imperial Cider
.5 oz Fresh Lime Juice
Combine all ingredients over ice and shake vigorously. Serve over ice in a chili-lime rimmed glass with a lime garnish. For an extra kick, float a pour of Orange Blossom Imperial on top of the finished cocktail.
CAMPALEC
18.5% ABV
An infusion of Ironbound Farm-grown herbs, fruits, and bittering roots produces notes of mixed berry compote, hot chocolate, and whipped cream with a lovely, lingering bitter finish. Our master cidermaker, Cam, and our farmer-chef, Alec, combined their creative skills—and their names (Cam+Alec)—to create this deeply flavorful aperitif. Wonderful on its own and when used in place of Campari in a Negroni, Spritz, or other cocktail.
CIDERHOUSE COCKTAIL:
ROBERT’S NEGRONI
1 oz Gin
1 oz Campalec Imperial Cider
1 oz Cherry Burdock Imperial Cider (or Vermouth Rosso)
Serve over ice and garnish with a twist of orange peel.