0.5 cider by Craft Nectar
Back to all It’s fitting that we start the first review of 2025, at the end of dry January, with 0.5 by Crafty Nectar. This cider is described as “mythical” and a “Unicorn” cider due to its rare trait of having full flavour and body for its low alcohol content – but does it live […]
Recipe No.3 Napton Cidery
Back to all KEY TAKEAWAYS 6% ABV Transparent dry cider with a pleasing golden colour Slightly sparkling Only primary smell is apples, no undertones Juicy flavour with a very mellow apple skin bitterness after swallowing Accessible for those looking to get into dry ciders Would buy again Vegan friendly Gluten-free What does Recipe No.3 look […]
Sheppy’s Original Cloudy Cider Review
Back to all When we first started this blog, I remember trying a Sheppy’s cider – I don’t remember which one. I do remember not being too fond of it. Recently I’ve been really wanting to try again, so I was really pleased to see this cider on the shelf of my local Waitrose. Has […]
Purbeck NO.10
Back to all KEY TAKEAWAYS 4.8% ABV Amber hue Bittersweet with burnt toffee notes on the nose Musky leather smell Light, traditional aftertaste Well-balanced with a slight tart finish Vegan friendly Gluten-free What does Purbeck No.10 look like? Purbeck No.10 is a bog-standard amber coloured cider. It looks lovely and refreshing when poured outside in […]
Dandy Dab Cider review
Back to all Dandy Dab is one of three canned craft ciders that Purbeck Cider Company offer. The other two being Muddy Scamp and Katy & Perry. Dandy Dab is the lowest percentage one of the three, sitting at a respectable 5%. Purbeck have really acheived something special with these three, drawing inspiration from “charming […]
Thatchers Blood Orange Cider Review
Back to all KEY TAKEAWAYS Fluorescent, clear orange colour. Pleasently sweet, rich citrus smell. Blood Orange uses all natural flavourings. 3 varieties of apples used; Gala, Fuji and Braeburn. Unsurprinsly tastes like oranges. What does Thatchers Blood Orange look like? Thatchers blood orange cider is purple…no it’s not. Thatchers Blood Orange is orange, it’s obviously […]
Thatchers Cider Range: Ranked Worst to Best
Back to all Thatchers cider, my friends, is not just your run-of-the-mill cidery. No, no, no! They are a true purveyor of excellence, a master of their craft, and a shining example of the cider-making artistry that has graced the charming Somerset countryside for over a century. This family-owned treasure has been pressing apples since […]
Strawberry and Lime Fruit Cider: Lidl’s SOTMA vs Kopparberg
Back to all We’ve previously reviewed Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime on the blog and we had a good time with it. It’s exactly what you’d expect. We wish we could say the same about Lidl’s imitation, SOTMA Strawberry and Lime. This one is a real doozy, so enjoy! KEY TAKEAWAYS Similarities Both 4% ABV Both […]
Kiwi and Lime flavoured cider: Old Mout Cider vs Lidl’s own Kiwi and Lime
Back to all I can’t say Kiwi and Lime flavoured cider is my favourite of fruit flavour combos or the one I’d go for straightaway, but I had been eyeing the Lidl immitation for a shopping trips now. It’s quite clear from the branding it’s supposed to be a copy of the popular Old Mout […]
Henry Westons Vintage Cider VS Lidl’s Woodgate Vintage Cider
Back to all If you’re partial to a Cider, or ever been a student, you’re probably familiar with Henry Westons Vintage Cider. This Cider was crafted by Westons Cider and they’re offering you a drink that I’d put into the category of “efficient” drinking – especially for those of you on a budget. To set […]
