Daylesford Cider claimed more awards than any other producer this year, with its Wild Oak cider also scooping Best Traditional Cider and Best Australian Cider or Perry, in addition to being named Most Successful Small Producer. Best New World Cider was awarded to The Apple Thief for its Red Moon Rosé Cider.
Topping this ranking of apple ciders is the Pepin Heights variety produced by Ferguson's Orchards in Lake City, Minnesota. Though this cider landed on top, it really was a close call between first and second place. The only reason this cider edged out the one from Riveridge Cider Co.
The Contenders
In the year of its launch, The General won gold at the World Cider Awards. Then, in 2023, it won gold and the category trophy at the International Cider Challenge, making it officially the best tannin led cider in the world. We certainly enjoyed a few pints to celebrate that day!
Savanna Dry is sold in over 60 countries, and it is South Africa's leading cider export and the largest cider brand in the world by volume.
The majority of Strongbow is produced at Bulmer's Hereford plant, although regional variations are also produced at Heineken's cider mill in Belgium and in Australia.
France. France is the world's largest producer of cider, or cidre. Normandy and Brittany in northern France are the main producing regions, which have been producing the beverage since the sixth century.
The most popular brand is Somersby cider, leading the field by a long shot, and overtaking last year's most popular cider brand, 5 Seeds (512,000, up from 506,000). 5 Seeds was also overtaken by Strongbow (538,000), which has bounced back from a slump of several years.
Premium by name and premium by nature. Our Premium Reserve cider uses Champagne yeast and Champagne levels of carbonation to further accentuate the rich apple flavours and aromas. Handcrafted with up to 14 carefully blended cider apple varieties, with a fine effervescence and sweet finish.
Unlike beer, which is typically made with gluten-containing grains like barley and wheat, cider is made with apples and is naturally gluten-free. In addition, craft cider is often lower in calories than other alcoholic beverages like beer, wine, and cocktails.
Taking apple cider vinegar (ACV) daily in moderation (1-2 tablespoons diluted) might offer benefits like slight blood sugar reduction and modest weight loss support, but long-term, high doses can erode tooth enamel, irritate the throat/stomach, cause digestive issues, and lower potassium levels, potentially interacting with medicines like diuretics and insulin. It's crucial to dilute it in water, avoid large amounts, and consult a doctor, especially if on medication, as it's not a miracle cure and excessive intake carries risks.
For a light cider i find this a very pleasant drink and for 89p a bottle it is well worth the pennies. For a expert cider drinker it may not suit everyone. I think saying it is not a cider is wrong it does seem to have a close resemblence to Bulmers in my opinion. Who knows it may come from the same brewery.
Good value
The most popular apple draught ciders in pubs last year by value were Strongbow Original (£229m), Inch's (£203m), Thatchers Gold (£202m), Aspall Cyder (£130m) and Stowford Press (£77m).
Why is Cider clothing so cheap? Because Cider is a direct-to-consumer brand, they source their inventory straight from production and make it available as soon as it's ready. This cuts out the middlemen (and the markups), so prices stay lower for you.
Top 30 Ciders
Log in or register to access precise data. million U.S. dollar mark, Angry Orchard was undoubtedly the leading brand of cider in the United States in 2024. Other popular cider brands included Bold Rock, 2 Towns, and Schilling Cider.
While water is the most consumed overall, Coffee is Australia's most frequently consumed prepared beverage (especially Cappuccinos/Lattes), with Coca-Cola dominating the soft drink market, and Great Northern Super Crisp being the top-selling beer by volume, showing different drinks lead in different categories.
1. Blake's Orchard & Cider Mill Apple Cider. Blake's Orchard & Cider Mill Apple Cider is possibly one of the best ciders I've tasted in life. It's a little pricier compared to other apple ciders on the list, at $4.99 per half-gallon, but the higher price tag is well worth it.
THE ORIGINAL SYDNEY CIDER
Sydney's original New World Cider uses 100% Australian grown apples and ferments the freshly crushed juice with Champagne yeast. This provides a complex apple flavour that is medium sweet with a crisp, clean finish. It is indeed 'a Cider for wine lovers'. Gluten Free.
Let's Debunk Beer Myths: Hard Cider Doesn't Get You Drunk? Ummm yes it does it has the same ABV as beer — Pints and Panels.
Founded in 1935, Magners is Ireland's oldest and most recognised cider brand and is still made in Clonmel, County Tipperary using apples taken from its own 150 acres of orchards.
Cider is produced by fermenting apple juice, where natural or added yeast turns the sugars into alcohol. The alcohol content in these ciders can vary widely, usually ranging from 1.2% to 8.5% ABV (alcohol by volume).