About Old Rosie
Old Rosie is one of Britain's most iconic traditional ciders, produced by Westons Cider in Much Marcle, Herefordshire. Named after a beloved 1921 Aveling and Porter steam roller that still sits in the Westons yard, this cloudy scrumpy-style cider has become a cult favourite among cider enthusiasts. Westons has been crafting cider since 1880, and Old Rosie represents the pinnacle of their traditional cider-making heritage. This characterful cider is brewed at 6.8% ABV (reduced from 7.3% in 2019) and is slowly matured in traditional oak vats before being left unfiltered. The result is a light, crisp, and dry cider with a classic scrumpy aroma featuring notes of bittersweet apples, hay barns, and honey. Unlike many commercial ciders, Old Rosie maintains the authentic cloudy appearance and complex flavour profile of traditional English farmhouse cider. The name Old Rosie pays tribute to both the company's steam roller and Laurie Lee's beloved memoir "Cider with Rosie" - a fitting literary connection for this quintessentially English drink. The steam engine, strong and reliable, became so loved by the Westons family that they honoured her by naming their flagship cloudy cider after her. It's a product steeped in Herefordshire heritage and British countryside tradition. Old Rosie is available in several formats including the classic 2-litre glass flagon, 500ml bottles, 2.25L bag-in-box, and 20-litre bag-in-box for serious cider lovers or events. Best served chilled, it's a refreshing choice for those seeking authentic British cider with genuine character and provenance.
