About Us

Pips Cider: Tradition, Craft, and Experience

Welcome to Pips Cider, a family-run business nestled in the heart of Herefordshire’s Golden Valley. Since 2010, we’ve been handcrafting authentic, traditional ciders that capture the spirit of our orchard and the beauty of shared moments.

Rooted in Legacy

Our five-acre orchard in the village of Dorstone was planted over 65 years ago. It’s home to seven vintage apple varieties: Reine des Hâtives, Nehou, Bulmers Norman, Brakewell’s Seedling, Michelin, Reine des Pommes, and Dabinett. These apples, a mix of sweet, bittersweet, and bittersharp, form the heart of our cider.

We don’t use sprays or pesticides. Instead, we follow sustainable practices inspired by organic principles, including animal grazing to maintain the natural balance of the land. It’s our way of ensuring the orchard remains healthy and fruitful for generations to come.

From Apple to Glass

In 2009, we decided to stop selling our apples to other producers and start creating something of our own. With the founding of Pips Cider in 2010, we embraced traditional cider-making methods, allowing us to bring you the purest expression of our fruit.

The process begins with handpicked apples, milled and pressed to release their fresh juice. This juice ferments naturally in high-quality, food-grade containers, followed by careful racking and maturation. The result? A 100% apple cider, free from artificial additives, colourings, or flavourings, with a natural alcohol content of 5 – 7.5%.

More Than a Drink

For us, cider is more than just a beverage. It’s about experiences—sunlit afternoons, hearty meals with family and friends, and meaningful conversations. Every bottle of Pips Cider is a testament to our dedication to craft, sustainability, and the joy of savoring life’s moments.

Join us on this journey and discover how Pips Cider turns the ordinary into something truly extraordinary.

Here is the location of our orchard in the beautiful Golden Valley in Herefordshire, and the picture below is a north easterly view from the centre of our orchard.