To mark its 145 years of hertiage, UK’s leading authentic cider maker Westons Cider has launched Henry Westons 1880 Vintage, a 500ml bottle (RRP £2.50) of which will beavailable in Booker from late-February.
Building on the strong success of Henry Westons Vintage, the UK’s number one cider, 1880 Vintage will become a permanent addition to the range.
Rooted in heritage and craftsmanship, this offers retailers a valuable opportunity to drive further growth, capitalising on the rapidly expanding crafted cider segment. Growing faster than any other subcategory, crafted cider now accounts for an impressive 24 per cent of all cider sales worth £265 million.
Inspired by one of the original recipes from the Westons family archives, Henry Westons 1880 Vintage combines 145 years of expertise with a modern approach to cider-making.
Complementing the brand’s hallmark medium dry offerings, this medium cider is designed to broaden appeal and draw in shoppers seeking an easy-to-drink cider with the unmistakable Henry Westons credentials, offering a smooth, sip-and-savour experience.
Made from a single year’s harvest and locally sourced within 50 miles of the Westons mill, this exceptional cider uses only traditional apple varieties like Dabinett, Yarlington Mill, and Kingston Black, renowned for their rich flavour profiles, while supporting the local community.
The 1880 Vintage balances ripe apple aromas, sweet oak notes, and a golden apple hue making it an accessible yet premium choice for both loyal Henry Westons fans and new cider drinkers.
“Henry Westons 1880 Vintage is a true celebration of our heritage and craftsmanship, made from a recipe passed down through five generations of the Westons family.
"For 145 years, we’ve been dedicated to producing exceptional ciders, and this launch perfectly combines our rich history with the evolving tastes of today’s consumers,” explains Holly Chadwick, Henry Westons Brand Manager at Westons Cider.
“The 1880 Vintage delivers the unparalleled quality and authenticity that have established Henry Westons as a trusted leader in the UK cider market, making it a must-stock for retailers eager to capitalise on the sustained growing demand for crafted, heritage-led ciders.”
The Henry Westons brand, valued at £98 million and growing at +5.1 per cent, continues to dominate the quality off-trade cider category. With Henry Westons Vintage 500ml the number one cider SKU in the UK off-trade, the brand has built unmatched customer loyalty, making it a key driver of category growth for retailers.
Henry Westons 1880 Vintage (6.2% ABV) will be available from in dual formats to meet a range of shopper missions. A 500ml bottle (RRP £2.50) available in Booker from late-February, before rolling out in Asda, Sainsbury’s and Coop in late March.
A 750ml bottle (RRP £2.80), available exclusively in Tesco from late March.
Run by the fourth generation of the Weston family, Westons Cider also produces Stowford Press & Old Rosie.
