Back in 2017 the maker of the original sparkling cider we had on tap was purchased by a multinational company and the hunt started for a replacement. Discussions started and tastings happened with Stonehouse. Elevate was born and went on the bar on 28 May 2018, only one thing has been on the bar longer. It has served us superbly, but Stonehouse have understandably decided to stop making Cider for various operational reasons. We are sad to see it go.
When they told us the plan our hunt for a replacement began, and again tastings happened.
It had to be made from real apples. It had to taste like a proper Cider and ideally we wanted something fairly local.
So from tomorrow welcome Oldfields Cider Original to the bar. From North Worcestershire, not far over the border from Shropshire, we are sure it will be a new favourite.