About BERE ARAN

Bere Aran is an all-natural, hard cider from the Basque Country. It is made using traditional methods using 60 different native apple varietals. Founded in 1870 in Astigarraga, the Bereziartua family has been making cider for 4 generations.

Fermentation takes place in small stainless steel tanks and the cider then rests in large neutral oak barrels for 2-6 months. Only native yeasts are used and no sugar or carbonation is added. Sugar content is less than 2 grams/liter.

An interesting aspect of this cider is how the carbonation is produced naturally. It is poured from high altitude in very small quantities into a wide glass using a technique called “escanciar” to get air bubbles into the drink.  This creates a refreshing carbonation that lasts a short time. The cider is also poured from barrels during traditional “Txotx” season or festive gatherings in the spring.

available cider:

bere aran natural cider