Thatchers Gold Cider, 500ml

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And that’s it, that’s the sole extent to what these people think cider is but it’s not their fault because they’ve been told that that’s all cider is. And finally, Westons says outdoor occasions have gained prominence over the past two years as outlets have invested in improving outdoor spaces. Much of the Kopparberg cider portfolio is available in multiple formats to meet venue and consumer needs; across 500ml bottle, 330ml can and alcohol-free. Tapping into one of the biggest flavour trends in food and drink this year, Thatchers Blood Orange, is our brand new citrus infused flavour. In 2019, five million pints of apple cider were being poured every week – around 70% of all draught cider sales.

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While we have taken care in preparing this summary and believe it to be accurate, it is not a substitute for reading the product packaging and label prior to use. Subscribe to our newsletter, RateBeer Weekly, a must for understanding new people, places and beers in worldwide craft culture. I would invite pubs to host cider festivals, whereby pubs can undertake a little bit of trial with their consumers with a range of these ciders to see which ones they enjoy.This beautifully toned apple houses a mild flavour, a hint of sweetness and a refreshing level of acidity.

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Each bottle is brimming with the essence of their ancestral knowledge, their unwavering passion, and the sheer care that goes into every step of the cider-making process. Cook says cider has a completely unique flavour profile compared to beers and wines, and it offers a drinking opportunity for a variety of occasions. He explains: “So often there isn't enough nuance or understanding about the amazing breadth of opportunities and types and styles that exist for cider. It’s crafted from the finest Katy dessert apples, known for their bright red appearance and a fresh juicy taste. In addition to its cider production, Myrtle Farm is the UK's biggest processor of blackcurrants, dealing with 90 per cent of the UK's total crop, which it processes on behalf of Ribena.

With summer fast approaching, it’s crucial pubs and bars get their cider offering right to maximise value sales. So long as it’s a year for pub operators, we’ll all be happy to have a year of almost-normal trade under our belts and, if that happens, surely there are even more better times to come in the future?

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A third of UK adults moderating their alcohol intake and two-thirds (65%) proactively trying to lead a healthier lifestyle offers a unique opportunity for cider brands and publicans to tap into, according to John Gemmell of Heineken UK - whose cider brands include Strongbow and Old Mout.However, according to Lumina cider is less likely to be consumed with meals so operators could steal a march by making it more popular. According to CGA data from the first raft of lockdown measures in spring and early summer 2020, cider drinkers missed the experience of stopping by their local for a pint – despite having the pick of fruity pours stacked on supermarket shelves. Just to clarify a true cider should only contain apples so it should naturally be appropriate for these dietary requirements. Looking back at 2020 informs the decisions operators should consider when choosing their range for reopening,” she explains.

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Each of our single variety ciders is crafted to bring out a distinct flavour from our Somerset orchards. For example, Haze as a Thatchers cider is a 10/10 but in an external review where I judge the looks, smell and taste, it would more likely be scored as 11 or 12/15. It’s blended from classic west country apple varieties like the bittersweet Dabinett and Harry Masters Jersey. For this reason, we strongly recommend that you always read the actual product label carefully before using or consuming any product. With less packaging and just one line to clean, it brings peace of mind that every pint of these three fruit flavoured ciders, served from a reusable keg, offers the perfect solution for dispensing quality cider with the minimum of sustainable impact.

With the Omicron variant of Covid putting a dampener on what should have been a big few weeks for cider pre-Christmas, it’s no surprise we’ve still got some way to go before on-trade sales are back to 2019 levels. Premium draught apple cider now accounts for more than one quarter of all draught cider sales (source: CGA data for Total GB On Trade, 52 weeks ending 29/01/22, Value Sales). A lot of the time, you’ll get a still, cloudy cider from a cardboard box and it’ll taste like a farmyard, but that’s not the case for Haze. Great for laid back, sociable occasions, when you want something alcohol-free but don’t want to compromise on taste.