Posts by: Claire Daniels

Getting people to care is the key

I didn’t used to care.  If it tasted ok and wasn’t too expensive on the way to that warm fuzzy community feeling, I was happy.  All the better if you...

Perry’s act of rebellion

After reports of “perry is dead”, a rebellion rose from the ranks of makers and enthusiasts alike. A campaign led by the Three Counties Cider and Perr...

Artisan cider makers must rise to challenge of cheap supermarket rivals

I grew up in the North. Cider wasn’t something I rejoiced in during that time. Plastic bottles of carbonated, from-concentrate, fermented apple drinks...

Writer scoops Forbes prize

The Susanna Forbes Outstanding Contribution to Cider Culture Award for 2026 has been won by James Crowden (pictured).  The award was renamed in 2024 i...


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