Buy Cider Online in NZ

Kiwi names fill most of the shelf, from Monteith's, Mac's and Orchard Thieves to Scrumpy. Rekorderlig brings the sweeter Swedish fruit style, and Zeffer offers zero-alcohol cider.

Styles of Cider

How to Choose Cider

Start with sweetness. Traditional apple ciders are tarter and drier, while fruit ciders are sweeter and lighter. Apple cider pairs well with roast pork or sharp cheddar, and fruit ciders suit summer salads.

Cider FAQs

What is cider made from?

Cider is made by fermenting apple juice, as yeast turns the natural fruit sugars into alcohol. Fruit ciders usually start with an apple base and add berry, peach or other fruit flavours, while cider made from pears is often called perry or pear cider.

What is the difference between cloudy and clear cider?

Cloudy cider is unfiltered, so fine apple solids stay in the bottle and give a hazy look and a fuller, fresher apple flavour. Clear cider is filtered for a bright, crisp finish, and strength is usually similar.

How cold should cider be served?

Cider is usually served well chilled, straight from the fridge. Fruit ciders are often poured over ice in a large glass, while drier, traditional apple ciders show more of their fruit character when served slightly less cold.

What is the difference between cider and beer?

Cider is fermented from fruit juice, mainly apples, while beer is brewed from malted grain such as barley and flavoured with hops. That gives cider a fruity, often sweeter taste with no hop bitterness. Strengths are often similar, so check the label for each product.