Austin Eastciders Rainey St. Imperial Cider Variety 12 Pack CANS

Name: Austin Eastciders Rainey St. Imperial Cider Variety
Brewery: Austin Eastciders
Style: Hard Cider – Imperial / Fruit-Forward
Origin: Austin, Texas, United States
ABV: 8.3% (for the Imperial variety pack)
IBU: N/A

Flavor Profile and Aroma:
This pack delivers bold, vibrant fruit-forward flavors: expect juicy watermelon, tropical punch, mango-lime, and a golden apple base. The aroma pops with ripe melon, sweet mango, bright citrus, and a hint of underlying crisp apple cider. On the palate the sweetness of the fruit is clearly front-and-center, balanced by the sturdier body of an 8.3% ABV cider, offering an ampler cider experience than standard strength.

Appearance:
Pours a bright golden to light amber hue with clarity and moderate effervescence. The individual flavors may influence subtle color shifts—watermelon or mango-lime cans leaning more toward light pink or soft peach tones—but overall it presents as lively and radiant in the glass.

Mouthfeel:
Fuller than a typical session cider, thanks to the higher ABV, this cider variety has a medium body with firm carbonation. The bubbles lift the fruit sweetness, preventing it from feeling heavy, while the finish remains clean with a slight warm-alcohol glow and lingering fruit notes.

Story and Accolades:
Inspired by the eclectic energy of Austin’s famous party strip Rainey Street, this “Imperial” variety pack by Austin Eastciders captures the city’s bold, eclectic spirit. It brings together four of their most adventurous flavors under one roof — Imperial Gold, Tropical Punch, Watermelon, and Mango Lime — all gluten-free and crafted with real fruit. While it doesn’t carry specific awards listed publicly, the brand’s reputation for high-quality, fruit-driven ciders and strong consumer feedback makes this pack a standout among craft cider lovers.

Food Pairings:

• Spicy BBQ chicken or pork (the fruit sweetness and higher ABV cut through the heat)

• Tropical-style ceviche or grilled shrimp tacos with mango salsa

• Watermelon-feta salad with mint and citrus vinaigrette

• Sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheese with sweet mango chutney

• Grilled peaches or mangoes with a drizzle of honey and lime zest