Masham Cider Press

BY ALLISON LEE Tim Barker started pressing apples for juice and cider with a friend way back in 2015. What initially began as a hobby steadily grew into an annual tradition in which the two would harvest apples from local trees and hedges and press them along with those donated by well-meaning people. As the years progressed, the two friends honed their skills, acquired equipment, … Continue reading Masham Cider Press

Spiced Apple Cider

Ingredients: 50ml Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold 80ml Apple Cider 2 dashes Angostura Bitters 3 pieces Star Anise 4 buds Clove 2 tbsp Sugar or Maple Syrup Method: Pour Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold, apple cider, angostura bitters, star anise, cloves and sugar into a saucepan. Heat until warm and the sugar is dissolved. Pour the mixture into a tall glass. #HotMulledCiderDay   30.09.18 Continue reading Spiced Apple Cider

Autumn Apple Roses

BY ANASTASIA CHOO Is there anything that feels more nostalgic or autumnal than a basket of freshly picked apples? Each year in October a friend brings me an abundant mix of Cox’s Orange Pippins, Worcester Pearmain and Egremont Russets from her orchard to celebrate a delicious harvest.  As an apple grower she is aware that traditional English apples are in danger of becoming some dwindling … Continue reading Autumn Apple Roses