Woodpecker Medium Sweet Cider with its light-bodied, sweet charm and low alcohol content of just 3.5% ABV has been a beloved fixture in the UK cider market, originating with Percy Bulmer back in 1894. It carries a nostalgic appeal with stewed-apple flavours and a gentle, easy-drinking character that made it a staple go-to cider for many.
However, enjoy it while you can as current stocks are confirmed to be the final batches, as HP Bulmer has officially discontinued production. Once it's gone, it's truly gone!
Tasting Notes
Appearance:
A soft amber hue with gentle carbonation - welcoming without fanfare.
Nose:
Pleasant and approachable, showcasing light aromas of stewed apple and orchard fruit, with a hint of sweetness that’s fresh and uncomplicated.
Palate:
Familiar and delightfully mild, sweet apple flavour, smooth mouthfeel, and a subtle malic fruit acidity. It's quintessentially comforting and unpretentious.
Finish:
Clean and slightly fruity, with lingering apple sweetness and faint oak undertones, fading gently rather than making a bold exit.
Woodpecker - Now discontinued by HP Bulmer
This is one of the last opportunities to enjoy this gentle classic before it disappears from shelves forever. Its nostalgic profile, approachable sweetness, and light alcohol make it ideal for warm gatherings, casual sipping, or pairing with light cheeses and fresh salads. Perfect for those who love simpler, traditional ciders or are discovering what a classic British cider tastes like.
Woodpecker Medium Sweet Cider is more than a cider - it's the last note in a long cider melody. As HP Bulmer closes the chapter on its production, this is a rare opportunity to savour one of the gentle legends of British cider before the final sip is gone.
