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. Kopparberg’s Claypole continues: “Whilst packaged still performs strongly, it is worthwhile noting that draught fruit cider is in strong growth and because this serve is more difficult or costly for consumers to recreate in their own home.

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You can go into virtually any pub today and there will be some fantastic pale ales or bitters on hand-pulls, Guinness on tap, two or three great lagers, at least one IPA and they’ll have a fantastic wine list plus a number of spirits but there might just be one cider on tap and maybe a fruit cider in the fridge. However, Claypole, adds that the clamour to see friends and loved ones this summer could drive a trend for sharing options in the on-trade as pub goers seek to maximise time spent socialising, rather than trying to get the attention of staff.Bath Rugby, [9] Somerset County Cricket Club, Bristol Rugby, Bristol City, Yeovil Town, Gloucestershire County Cricket Club, Bristol Rovers, Plymouth Argyle F. Thatchers Gold is full of flavour made with specially selected apples, many of which are harvested from our own family orchards in Somerset. As tropical flavours dominate the fastest growing current drinks trends, no brand is better positioned for success by bringing out a new tropical variant as Kopparberg. which counts Henry Westons Vintage, Mortimers Orchard, Aspall Cyder, Aspall Draught Cyder and Old Rosie in its portfolio. Subscribe to our newsletter, RateBeer Weekly, a must for understanding new people, places and beers in worldwide craft culture.

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It was sweet, but not intensely and the most dominant flavour, albeit still subtle, was juicy apple skins. The Westons Cider Report 2022​ gives its predictions on the shape of things to come in 2022 and lists five things to expect. 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. It brings craft and world leading innovation together for a great tasting, premium infused cider, with the heritage and provenance of four generations of Somerset cider making from Thatchers.

There are so many different types and styles and flavours that can appeal to a whole range of different drinkers and this new wave of craft ciders means there’s a cider for everyone.

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Additionally, since cider drinkers are more likely to be health conscious, there is scope for more ‘healthy’ low-calorie cider options. Its rich fruity flavour and fresh berry aroma adds an exciting new twist to a refreshing pint of Thatchers cider. 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.Today the Thatchers orchards boast 458 apple varieties and they sponsor just about every top-level sports team in the pirate speaking part of the UK (Somerset and surrounds). For cider that means apples, so we are talking about specific apple varieties and knowing how they taste completely differently from one another just like with different grape varietals for wine, and different hop and malt varieties [for beer].

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The premiumisation trend has been growing for some time now, and that momentum shows no sign of stopping. 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. 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. Made using traditional techniques and expertise gained since 1904, this crafted medium dry cider has a smooth and refreshing taste. Klynk ventures’ founder Hamish Clarke concurs that consumers are increasingly interested in the presence and traceability of the brands they consume.

In much the same way as we see some of the craft brewers behaving – on-trend and engaging packaging, language that reflect a younger more digitally engaged consumer and local stories, we have seen this replicated by an emerging new wave of cider makers. Enter Stowford Press, the premium mainstream option which is also the UK’s third largest draught apple cider brand*. Thatchers also maintains an exhibition orchard in which over 458 different varieties of apple tree are grown. 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.