by Darren | Thursday, 20 March, 2025 | Beer and Cider News
Devon-based Sandford Orchards has launched a limited edition 2024 Vintage Perry (7.5% ABV), which will be available in 750ml bottles. “I planted a small perry orchard on a friend’s farm 15 years ago, and completely forgot about it,” said Barny Butterfield,...
by Darren | Monday, 18 November, 2024 | Beer and Cider News
Sandford Orchards has launched the 2025 Breakthrough Cider Maker Awards, offering aspiring cider makers the chance to win guidance and guaranteed listings in the on- and off-trade. Barny Butterfield (right) presents last year’s award to Andy Jenkins, from Ganley...
by Darren | Sunday, 21 April, 2024 | Beer and Cider News
Sandford Orchards is celebrating British Cider Week with the launch of a new film which goes behind the scenes of its production process. “We know that what we do at Sandford Orchards is pretty special,” said chief cidermaker Barny Butterfield (pictured)....
by Darren | Wednesday, 20 September, 2023 | Beer and Cider News
Bad weather may have led to a tourism downturn in Devon this summer, but it is proving perfect for the apple harvest and cider production. Barney Butterfield, chief cidermaker at Sandford Orchards “A late, cool spring, followed by a flaming June was the perfect start...
by Darren | Thursday, 17 November, 2022 | Beer and Cider News
Drinking good quality cider is a more sustainable option than many other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages on the market, according to Sandford Orchards’ head cider maker Barny Butterfield. Barny Butterfield Sandford Orchards’ natural, low-impact approach to...
