Barland pears and British Champagne
Laura looks at Barland, one of Britain’s earliest named perry pear varieties. Once highly valued, now a rarity, is it time for a comeback?
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The Yew Tree Cider Trials: Yes, Your Peers are Judging You
In her first solo piece for Cider Review, Anna heads to the Yew Tree Cider Trials, where community judging reigns supreme and a bamboozling blind tasting flight threatens to dissolve her sense of what’s dry and sweet.
Feels Like Devon: Perries And A Cider From Rull Orchard
Jack discusses the evolution of Rull Orchard with its founders, Claire and Mike, including their commitment to sourcing unique perry pears.
The (London Cider Salon) Shop Around The Corner
Jack delves into six bottles he picked up from the shop at the 2026 London Cider Salon. To avoid FOMO, a visit to the shop early in the day is recommended. A UK and US cider and perry tasting ensues!
Four Perries & Two Ciders from Haselberger
Barry tastes through six offerings from Austria’s Haselberger, four perries and two ciders.
Ubhal: a Scottish cider gathering
Brett makes a trip to Edinburgh to visit the inaugral Ubhal event, launched by æble ciderbar and highlighting Scottish producers (with a few from south of the border).
Going their own way. Haselberger in Austria’s Mostviertel.
Barry chats with Peter Haselberger, about how and why they are breaking away from the perceived style of Mostviertel perry.
Missing Presumed Lost? The Cheat Boy Perry Pear: Part I
Jack begins a quest to discover what became of the Cheat Boy perry pear, exploring its past popularity, cultivation, and wondering if it is still to be found in the wild.
Winter is here. Ross Cider to the rescue!
Jack chats with Albert of the Ross-on-Wye Cider Company about their winter releases before delving into a tasting session.
With A Little Help From My Friends: Cider & Perry Collabs
Jack explores cider collaborations, showing how smaller, artisanal producers thrive via partnerships, celebrating camaraderie, creativity, and flavour.
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