I travelled to one of South Africa’s largest apple-producing towns – Ceres. Nestled in the heart of the Western Cape, this town is not just about apples – it’s full of local charm, breathtaking mountain views, and incredible farm-to-table experiences. In this video, I went behind the scenes to learn more about apple growing and visited a pioneer cidery crafting award-winning apple ciders and South Africa’s first Méthode Traditionnelle (MTC) sparkling wine made entirely from apples – Loxtonia Cider.
In this episode, you’ll get:
A scenic look at the stunning landscapes of Ceres
A drive around Ceres and the surrounding town of Prince Alfred Hamlet
A guided tour through Loxtonia’s cidery and its cider-making process.
First-hand tastings of all their apple cider products and elegant sparkling wine.
Insight into why Ceres is a hidden gem for nature lovers, foodies, wine lovers, and agri-tourism adventurers!
Are you a cider drinker? Have YOU tried sparkling wine made from apples? Let me know in the comments!
Key moment:
0:00 Intro
0:27 Scenic Drive to Ceres
0:48 Welcome to Ceres
01:22 Loxtonia Cider
03:20 MTC Tasting
03:40 History of Loxtonia Cider
06:00 Tasting Experience – Crispy apple
07:59 Sparkling Apple
09:23 African Sundowner
12:07 Blush
14:40 Stone Fruit
15:48 Pale Amber
19:05 Cherry Apple
22:38 General Knowledge of Apple Growing and Cider Making
26:50 Challenges
29:00 Outro
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