Cider

Cider is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented apple juice. The apples used can be specific cider varieties or culinary apples, and the fermentation process can be carried out using natural yeasts present on the fruit or added cultured yeasts. The resulting drink can range from dry to sweet, and still to sparkling.

Cider is primarily consumed as a beverage. In food manufacturing, it is sometimes used as a flavouring agent or deglazing liquid in savoury dishes, sauces, and marinades, and can add a subtle fruity and acidic note to baked goods like cakes and puddings. Its alcoholic content is usually significantly reduced during cooking.

Cider is an alcoholic beverage and its consumption should be moderate. Excessive alcohol intake is linked to numerous health problems, as advised by the NHS. The UK government's Eatwell Guide recommends drinking alcohol in moderation. Cider is not typically considered a food additive and therefore does not have an E-number or specific regulatory approval status as an additive.