Apfelwine- 9+% abv
Cider- 3-9% abv
I am quoting from the BJCP guidelines. Not at all disputing that the Germans make a low abv apfelwine, but the OP asked for the DIFFERENCES between them. Abv (IMO) is one of the best ways to differentiate between the different styles.
Sorry I asked lol
How dare you ask such an inflammatory question. I have never seen a disagreement on here or any forum for that matter!!rocketsan said:Sorry I asked lol
It is a tad pedantic to run on about spelling and such, no? Especially since "apfelwein" isn't actually in the style guide.
It would be much more helpful to point out that, although many people have made alcohol in many ways, what would be considered traditional Apfelwein in Europe does not match the BJCP's description of AppleWine (28c) even thought the names are similar.
They style guide even warns of confusion, and I agree with WilliamSlayer that it is a fine reference for these kinds of distinctions.
The point of confusion here is this:
"Apfelwein" is not equal to the English language "Apple Wine", even though that's literally what it means in German. Apfelwein means cider and that's all it means. Therefore asking what is the difference between apfelwein and cider: there is zero difference. What is the difference between "apple wine" and cider: wine, in English language, is usually defined as minimum 9% ABV.
Apfelwein isn't in the style guide because it doesn't need to be: the word "cider" is already there.
while we are at it, can I put beans in my chili?
Arguing on the internet is like competing in the special Olympics...
All this arguing has made me thirsty. I'm going to go start a Cyser, pop a bottle of apfelwein, and rack my cherry cider. But. I WILL BE DAMNED, before I put beans in my Chili!!!
Now Podz... Dont you start a war here. Of course chili needs peppers, but beans? That's like saying a cider needs apples or a mead needs honey.
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