Perry is a fermented pear drink similar to cider. It is made from pear juice and sugar. The drink comes from Spain, France, and the United Kingdom and has an alcohol content of 6.8%.
History
Counties in England produced perry in the 17th century. Wars with France in the 18th century increased its popularity. By the 20th century, production declined due to fewer pear orchards. The drink has seen a revival in the late 20th century in countries like the UK and Australia.
Types and styles
The drink is known by different names in various countries. It is called perry in the US and the UK, poiré in France, and perada in Spain. In France and Belgium, it is often slightly carbonated and bottled in a style similar to champagne. In the UK, it is sold in bottles resembling those of light beer.
Adapted from the Russian Wikipedia article Грушевый сидр, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Well-known brands
- Lambrini