AN INDEPENDENT craft cider producer nestled in the heart of the Purbeck Hills has launched a new alcohol-free tipple.

Purbeck Zero is the latest offering from The Purbeck Cider Company and joins their flagship Dorset range as a carefully crafted sparkling cider with zero alcohol.

The cider – made from Dorset apples – is described as a refreshing craft cider that delivers all the rich tones of a traditional medium-sweet cider.

A spokesperson for The Purbeck Cider Company said: “It is pressed, fermented and matured like our conventional ciders, before the alcohol is extracted.

“True to our roots, Purbeck Zero is made from 100% single-pressed Dorset apples, giving a full-bodied taste and a well-rounded depth of flavour with subtle caramel and rich apple aftertones.

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“A cider you can enjoy at any time, from post-sport refreshment to a relaxing drink with friends and family.

“Naturally gluten-free and vegan-friendly with no artificial additives.”

The Purbeck Cider Company has gone from one man’s vision for working the land to a family-run independent cider producer.

A dedicated team now produces a wide variety of Dorset ciders and perry.

They said they’re “fiercely passionate” about using only British ingredients and employing traditional production methods, coupled with a dedication to pioneering new and sustainable ways to bring their premium craft ciders to consumers.

Founded by Joe Hartle in 2006, regenerating and planting new orchards has always been an important part of the company philosophy and the farm now boasts 40 acres of cider apple and perry pear orchards of its own.

Every stage of production from field to bottle is managed by the dedicated team in house.