The vault opens: a journey into Little Pomona’s archives!
Jack dips into a Little Pomona Archive Box.
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Wild are the seedlings: Introducing Vagrant Cider
Jack speaks with James Fergusson about Cornwall’s Vagrant Cider and his use of wild seedling apples, which give their ciders unique qualities rooted in this beautiful region.
A chat with Will Harris of Manchester’s Balance Brewing.
Established in 2021, Balance Brewing specialises in mixed culture barrel-fermented drinks. In 2024, they expanded into cider, launching two Islay barrel-aged ciders showcasing unique flavors and wild fermentation. Our Ed Brown had a chat with them.
Birthday Collaborations from The Cat In The Glass
Jack chats with Nicky Kong about the The Cat in the Glass birthday cider collaborations, made with her favourite makers.
Hagloe Crab: back from the brink!
Jack investigates the Hagloe Crab, a historically significant apple, yet uncommon today. But it is being revitalised by passionate makers, Ross-on-Wye.
The drinking sable: in conversation with Franziska Zobel
Barry chats with cidermaker Franziska Zobel about crafting complex ciders while facing market challenges in a non-traditional cider region. Then he samples a few of her creations!
Tannic Cider and Perry for the winter solstice
On the winter solstice, Andrew and Jack meet at an imaginary inn to explore tannic ciders and perries, discussing varieties, flavors and experiences.
Four perries and a cider from Palmers Upland
Adam looks beyond the internet to investigate one of cider’s most awarded makers
Step forward, Ayrshire Riviera Cider company!
Jack looks at the emergence of Ayrshire Riviera Cider, its connection to local orchards, and the growing Scottish cider scene.
A(nother) bittersweet symphony: six special-release ciders from Ross-on-Wye
Adam and Jack team up to muse on tannins, casks, the turn of the seasons and smaller-format special bottlings.
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