Bulmers Competitors

Independent since 1880. Founded by Henry Weston, Westons Cider has been family owned for over 145 years and proudly independent to this day. We are the largest cider maker of scale in the UK to use fresh juice, pressing over 40,000 tonnes of real cider apples every harvest. It’s a commitment to quality that sets us apart and keeps us rooted in the orchards of Herefordshire. Our portfolio includes leading brands such as Henry Westons and Stowford Press, with award-winning ciders enjoyed across the UK and beyond. As a family business, we do things the right way, guided by our values of People, Pride, Passion and Expertise. So much more in every drop.

The Thatcher family has been making cider since 1904 and each generation has passed down valuable secrets of cider making, creating ciders that are smooth, fresh and full of flavour. We believe our cider makers are the best in the business, and our passion for quality has led to an unrivalled range of premium ciders. We have built a team of highly experienced and motivated people. Times have changed since William Thatcher paid his staff wages in cider. What hasn’t changed is that each member of staff in our extended family is highly valued and encouraged to grow with the company.

Cider of Sweden Ltd is the UK marketing, sales and distribution company for Kopparberg Cider. A subsidiary of Kopparbergs Bryggeri AB, the business is a joint venture between the independent Swedish brewer, Richmond Marketing Ireland and Cider of Sweden. Established in the UK in 2006, Cider of Sweden has a team of 38 people and an annual turnover of £140m. The business has two offices across the country; sales and marketing in Leeds and head office in Belfast. Built back in 1882, the Kopparberg Bryggeri remains independent and is home to our uniquely refreshing fruit cider. Every drop of Kopparberg is imported and made from the fermentation of apples or pears and the finest soft water, locally sourced in the town of Kopparberg, Sweden. Pioneers of the pear and fruit cider categories in the UK, Kopparberg is now the UK’s largest fruit cider brand. Within the Off-Trade, Kopparberg Strawberry & Lime and Mixed Fruit ciders have the number one and two spots for total market share respectively. Kopparberg is also the number one packaged cider in the On-Trade.