Scrumpy Cider

The word "scrumpy" is believed to have originated from the ancient word "scrimp," which basically referred to an apple which was past its best and beginning to decay. It is therefore not difficult to relate to the point of origin of the word, as cider in general is often made from those apples which have already fallen off the trees of their own volition. If we are to look at when and where production first started, however, matters are not quite so cut and dried.

Cider production in general is known to have taken place in the Middle East in late Biblical times but the first records of production in England are not until the beginning of the 13th century. It is partly for this reason that the technique is believed to have been introduced to England by the Normans following their conquest of the country, as production had already been taking place in Normandy, France for some time.

If you are wondering what to have to eat with your scrumpy, look no further than this delicious English themed burger. The burger is made from pork and apple - hence the reason why scrumpy would make the perfect accompaniment! - and it is served with real chips and garden peas. If you want to find this delicious recipe and prepare it for yourself or your family, simply click on the image and get cooking. You'll never enjoy scrumpy any better way!

Cider:
Making, Using & Enjoying Sweet & Hard Cider

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It is a fact of modern life that the word, "organic," is featuring more and more in articles relating to food and drink. This is more than anything a result of people wakening up to the dangers of genetically modified crops, pesticides and a whole host of artificial interferences in the foodstuffs we consume. Is that a bad thing? I don't think so!

By its very definition, all scrumpy should of course be organic, made from basic fresh apple ingredients as it is. The sad reality these days, however, is that many of the trees which these apples come from will have been treated with pesticides and who knows what else. So other than growing your own apples and making your own scrumpy, how can you find some that is truly organic?

One such way is to simply perform a web search for organic scrumpy producers in your country/locale. Below is a link to start you off:

JK Scrumpy's Hard Cider