A cider with real heritage

When you want a cider that’s got more to it than the mainstream brands, but without the astringency of the traditional brews, then Merrydown is the perfect cider for you. Smooth, perfectly balanced and refreshing, we only use juicy eating apples to give Merrydown its unique big-appley taste that sets it apart from the crowd. Always the ideal accompaniment to your relaxing moment – go on, enjoy your Merrydown time…

A cider made for friends who loved their Down time

Smooth, crisp Merrydown cider was created by friends Jack Ward, Ian Howle and John Kelland-Knight at Jack’s Merrydown farm house, back in 1946. They each put in £100 to turn Jack’s wine making hobby into a business and produced their first batch of Merrydown Apple Wine by fermenting 450 gallons of apple juice using a 300 year-old oak cider press borrowed from a farmer. Nine years later, production had risen to 400,000 gallons.

Today, Merrydown is still made true to the recipe created by the three Sussex pals, who used to enjoy nothing more than to kick back with well-earned glass of their own delicious apple brew. Fresh eating apples, hand-picked from carefully selected orchards and no artificial colours, flavourings or sweeteners make it the perfect cider for enjoying your relaxing moment. So sit back, get your feet up and indulge in a little of your own Down time.

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Share your love for Merrydown

Keep up with all the latest Merrydown news, discover featured tasty recipes and share your thoughts and Down time pictures with us over on our Facebook page. We also regularly run fun competitions and give aways – so don’t miss out, head over there and give us a like.

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1 month ago
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It’s the day to spread the love🍎

Tag the apple of your eye below and we’ll randomly pick a winner to both receive a bottle of Merrydown & a Merrydown notebook❤️
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It’s the day to spread the love🍎

Tag the apple of your eye below and we’ll randomly pick a winner to both receive a bottle of Merrydown & a Merrydown notebook❤️
3 months ago
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The merriest gift to find under the tree!🎁

Who had a Christmas Day cheers with a glass of Merrydown?🎄🍎
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The merriest gift to find under the tree!🎁

Who had a Christmas Day cheers with a glass of Merrydown?🎄🍎
4 months ago
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'Tis the season to be Merry!🎄

Who will you be pouring a glass for this Christmas season?🎅🍎
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Tis the season to be Merry!🎄

Who will you be pouring a glass for this Christmas season?🎅🍎
2 years ago
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Did you know, Merrydown cider was created by friends Jack, Ian & John at Jack’s 'Merrydown' Sussex farm house in 1946? We use the same traditional Sussex recipe to this day! 🍎🍏 ... See MoreSee Less

Did you know, Merrydown cider was created by friends Jack, Ian & John at Jack’s Merrydown Sussex farm house in 1946? We use the same traditional Sussex recipe to this day! 🍎🍏
2 years ago
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Why not mark the end of Dry Jan by trying one of our delicious Sloe Cider Collins? 🍎🙌
Let us know what you think!

Recipe below...

Ingredients:
• 15ml Chestnut Syrup
• 20ml Sloe Gin
• 15ml Lemon Juice
• 150ml top with Merrydown Original Vintage Cider
• Garnish with a slice of Green Apple

Method:
Build ingredients in a high ball glass, over ice, starting with:
• Ice
• Slow Gin
• Lemon Juice
• Chestnut Syrup
• Merrydown Original Vintage Cider
Stir and enjoy!
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Why not mark the end of Dry Jan by trying one of our delicious Sloe Cider Collins? 🍎🙌
Let us know what you think!

Recipe below...

Ingredients:
• 15ml Chestnut Syrup
• 20ml Sloe Gin
• 15ml Lemon Juice
• 150ml top with Merrydown Original Vintage Cider
• Garnish with a slice of Green Apple

Method:
Build ingredients in a high ball glass, over ice, starting with:
• Ice 
• Slow Gin
• Lemon Juice
• Chestnut Syrup
• Merrydown Original Vintage Cider 
Stir and enjoy!
2 years ago
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2 years ago
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Did you know our ciders are vegan friendly? The perfect compliment to a #veganuary meal. 🍏🍎
Are you taking part this year?
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Did you know our ciders are vegan friendly? The perfect compliment to a #veganuary meal. 🍏🍎
Are you taking part this year?
2 years ago
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Competition Time!🎊
To kick the year off right, we are giving one lucky winner the chance to enjoy some Merrydown, on us! 🙌

All you have to do to enter is let us know who you'll be sharing yours with this January...❄️

Good Luck!

Competition closes Monday 17th

Winner chosen at random and will be contacted directly by this account.

#merrydowntime #merrydown #merrydowncider #cider #ciderlover
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Competition Time!🎊
To kick the year off right, we are giving one lucky winner the chance to enjoy some Merrydown, on us! 🙌

All you have to do to enter is let us know who youll be sharing yours with this January...❄️

Good Luck! 

Competition closes Monday 17th

Winner chosen at random and will be contacted directly by this account.

#merrydowntime #merrydown #merrydowncider #cider #ciderlover
3 years ago
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Its World Cider Day today! Why not celebrate with your favourite bottle of Merrydown? Cheers! 🍻 ... See MoreSee Less

Its World Cider Day today! Why not celebrate with your favourite bottle of Merrydown? Cheers! 🍻
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