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A Summer Essential: Low-Alcohol Refreshment from Weston

When the evenings stretch longer, and the air carries that unmistakable warmth of summer, the right drink makes all the difference. For those looking to enjoy the moment without the weight of a full-strength cider, this is an easy recommendation.

Westons Cider have built a global reputation for quality, rooted in traditional methods and generations of expertise. Their low-alcohol offering, Stowford LA, brings that same craftsmanship into a lighter, more flexible format, with an alcohol content of less than 0.5% ABV.

A Lighter Take on a Classic



This is not a compromise, but a considered alternative.

Medium-sweet and effortlessly drinkable, Stowford LA is best served well chilled, ideally over ice, where its crispness and gentle fruit character come into their own. It’s the kind of drink that suits a relaxed garden evening, a barbecue, or simply unwinding at the end of a warm day.

Crafted the Westons Way

What sets this cider apart is its production. Like its full-strength counterparts, it is matured in old oak vats, allowing it to develop a depth of flavour that is often missing from lower-alcohol options.

The result is a cider that feels authentic, light and refreshing, yet still carrying the character and balance associated with Westons’ traditional approach.

  • No artificial colouring
  • No artificial flavouring
  • No artificial sweeteners

It’s also suitable for vegetarians, vegans, and coeliacs, making it an inclusive choice without sacrificing quality.

Westons Cider: Heritage, Craft, and Herefordshire Roots


Westons Cider is one of the UK’s most respected cider makers, with a history that stretches back to 1880. Founded by Henry Weston in the village of Much Marcle, the company remains family-owned to this day, now several generations on.

Located in the heart of Herefordshire, Westons sits within one of Britain’s most important cider-producing regions. The county’s mild climate and fertile soil create ideal conditions for growing traditional cider apples, varieties that bring depth, tannin, and character to the finished drink.

From the beginning, Westons has combined traditional methods with careful innovation. Many of their ciders are still matured in oak vats, a practice that allows flavours to develop slowly and naturally, giving their products a distinctive richness and balance.

What sets Westons apart is its commitment to quality and provenance. Much of the fruit used in their ciders is sourced from local orchards, maintaining a strong connection to the surrounding landscape and farming community.

Today, Westons produces a wide range of ciders, from traditional scrumpy styles to modern, accessible blends, and exports them around the world. Yet despite its global reach, the brewery remains firmly rooted in its Herefordshire origins.

It is, at its core, a story of place, orchards, craft, and over a century of cider-making tradition.

Easy Drinking, Thoughtfully Made



Low-alcohol drinks are increasingly part of the modern drinks landscape, but not all are created equal. What Stowford LA offers is consistency and familiarity, a cider that feels recognisable, just lighter.

Packaged conveniently in 330ml bottles (cases of 24), it’s well-suited for sharing or stocking up for the season ahead.

Final Thoughts

There’s something quietly satisfying about finding a drink that fits the occasion perfectly. Stowford LA doesn’t try to be anything it’s not; it simply delivers a refreshing, well-made cider that allows you to enjoy summer on your own terms.

Light, crisp, and easy to return to, exactly what a summer evening calls for.

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