Posts by: Claire Daniels
Cider’s own goal?
It didn’t come home. I did have hopes we’d at least make it to the final given our draw. We all know what happened there but it won’t stop me dreaming...
Collaborative vision key for cider
Last time I asked what ciders were behind the bar I got a surprise - a local cider. On tap! Half a carbonated, medium, appley pint later we headed to...
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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