According to Cider Craft Magazine, there are three health benefits that come from drinking hard cider: antioxidants, vitamin C and gluten-free. Apples are known to be a type of “superfood” that contains many vital vitamins and antioxidants. Apple cider is packed with vitamin C and antioxidants such as polyphenols and flavonoids, which give it its distinctive color. Cider is no longer for the weak; once a favorite drink of men of war and politics, hard cider is finally returning to its roots and regaining its well-deserved popularity.
With demand for ciders steadily increasing, breweries, bars and restaurants are meeting popular demand by offering unique and tasty cider options, whether bottled or on tap. Because it's made from apples, cider is naturally gluten-free and tastes much more natural than gluten-free beers. While the accuracy of this statement might be reasonable, it's true that cider has some health benefits supported by research. In addition to the benefits found in beer, scientists have found as many antioxidants, which help fight dementia, in cider as in red wine, but with a much lower alcohol level.
You can find a large number of how-to books at your local bookstore, and there are countless cider tutorials online. Fortunately for cider drinkers, recent studies have found that half a pint (8 ounces) of cider can provide the same amount of goodness as a glass of red wine, a drink that has long been praised for its health benefits when consumed in moderation. Even so, the British consume more than any other country, collectively consuming almost 40 percent of the cider produced worldwide. So the next time you enjoy a drink with your friends, consider drinking literally in season and opting for a glass of cider rich in tannins.
An obvious point, since cider does not include gluten (simply apples, yeast, sometimes sugar and additives such as hops, berries or coffee beans), but those who are sensitive to gluten or simply not big fans find that cider is a perfect substitute for such beverages as beer. Cider will satisfy your craving for spirit without giving you any of the unpleasant symptoms mentioned above. In essence, cider is easy to make and can be enjoyed relatively quickly once fermented. Cider is also low in sodium & and contains antioxidants, just like wine, which provides well-known health benefits.
