It was fabulous but the cider has to be dry or I think it would be a sweet, hoppy mess:) A wonderful substitute for those who are looking to avoid gluten ... had some dry mead with hops once too. It was also great. It is funny really ... not a fan of hoppy beers ... I prefer ales and even a stout if it isn't too ashy, but not a fan of pilsners and the like. But in cider and mead, hops are awesome.