Somerset-based Thatchers has taken home four medals at the internationally acclaimed Cider World Awards 2025.
Its Thatchers Katy range won Gold with judges commenting it was “perfect”. The premium, single-variety cider is made from British Katy apples and is known for its light, fragrant, softly sparkling character. The cider scored 119 points and was rated as one of the best in the world, with judges commending it for being a “fresh, aromatic, easy drinking cider” and “technically perfect.”
Two of Thatchers’ exclusive Cider Barn range also took home medals, with Thatchers Heritage and Thatchers Oak-aged Redstreak awarded a Gold and Silver (respectively). The specially crafted dual variety blend of Porters Perfection & Vilberie was awarded a Gold medal.
Fourth generation cider maker, Martin Thatcher, commented: “An award like this is the pride of cider makers around the world, and we are thrilled to have brought home not just one, but four medals this year. It’s fantastic to see the culmination of four generations of expertise be recognised on a global stage.
“These awards look for technical excellence and authentic flavours that are true to the varietal character of the apples. This year was one of the toughest fought competitions with some astoundingly good entries from across the world, which makes these medals even more meaningful to us as a family.”
Paul Ross, one of the team of cider makers at Thatchers Cider, added: “Thatchers Katy is a wonderfully delicate cider that requires gentle and precise handling to protect the intricate flavours that are so unique to the Katy apple. It’s unprecedented to make a single variety cider of this quality and at scale, which means it’s always a fun challenge as a cider maker to ensure perfection in every drop.”
