Yarlington Thrills 2025

Our newest release. It's a single variety cider made from the Yarlington Mill apple: a Bitter-Sweet cider variety that originated in Somerset, England in 1898.  A quintessential West-Counties cider apple. 

Why "Thrills"?: It was our first time focussing on this variety, our first time using two new bits of equipment, we had a two-day power cut just when we needed cooling and when we tasted the first glass we were delighted. Such a buzz that just "Yarlington Mill" wasn't going to do it justice!

This cider is unfiltered and may contain some sediment.

These apples are hard to find. This is a small release with individually numbered bottles.

750ml. 5% ABV. Vegan. Gluten Free. From 100% fresh apples.

Full Tasting Notes:

Colour: Bright golden colour

Aroma: A fresh and tangy fruit forward cider. 

Palate: The nose opens with an immediate burst of charred pineapple and overripe tangerine zest. As it breathes, the traditional "woodsy" character of the apple takes a backseat to a delicate floral note, reminiscent of orange blossom and wildflower honey. A satisfying finish.

What's a Single Variety Cider?

Most ciders blend apples from multiple varieties to achieve the cider-makers desired outcome.  Single Variety ciders focus on the distinctive character of a single apple variety. This requires varieties which exhibit a good balance of aroma, sweetness and acidity. Like the wine industry, cidermakers have a little flexibility: up to 15% of the fruit can be other varieties. We've finished the cider with a little Pink Lady to keep this really smashable.

Our Kingston Black is another lovely Single Variety Cider.