Jack in conversation with Tom Oliver at PerryFest 2025, highlighting the history and challenges of perry pears, and the importance of preserving these unique fruits for future generations.
Westons’ statement that “perry is dead” dismisses centuries-old craftsmanship and cultural significance. Barry argues that education, not erasure, is essential.
Jack reports on PerryFest, held in the Museum of Cider, sorry, Museum of Perry, in Hereford, and has a chat with the organisers about this unique event.
Jack muses on beer and cider festivals, before tasting through nine ciders and perries from Scotland’s Ayrshire Riviera Cider.
Some of our contributors reflect on the 2025 Ross Cider Festival, where cider, community, and personal connections all manifest in one place.
Jack tastes through six creations from Cambridgeshire’s (ex Nottinghamshire) Blue Barrel.
Barry and a group of friends taste through six no- and low-alcohol drinks from Manufaktur Jörg Geiger in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
Barry finally gets to interview Jörg Geiger, one of Germany’s foremost cider and perry makers, leading innovations in the non-alcohol sector.
Jack delves into the table cider and perry category.
Jack speaks with Felix Nash about the Fine Cider Company’s Pommelier Club subscription service, and samples his way through a delivery.
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