Best Somerset Alcoholic Beverage Producers
AWARDS
World Gin Awards - Country Winner
2022
BEST Somerset Craft Distillery Ltd Spirits
The Somerset Cider Brandy Company Ltd is a producer of apple-based spirits. The company focuses on crafting cider brandy, which is distilled from cider made from traditional apple varieties. The distillery operates its own apple orchards and uses these apples in their distillation process.
The company is known for aging its cider brandy in oak barrels to develop complex flavors.
AWARDS
Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2024, 2022
Great Taste Awards - 2 stars
2024, 2023, 2022
BEST The Somerset Cider Brandy Company Spirits
Dowding's is a cider producer based in Wincanton, Somerset. They follow traditional cider-making methods and emphasize the importance of local ingredients, sourcing apples from local orchards. The company produces a variety of ciders, including both dry and sweet options.
Dowding's cider is available for purchase at local markets and select retailers.
AWARDS
Great Taste Awards - 2 stars
2024, 2023
BEST Dowding's Ciders
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