Spreyton Cider

On a girls’ holiday up north recently, we didn’t have plans to stop in at Spreyton but a twist of fate brought us right past the cidery on our way from Devonport to Cradle Mountain – and I couldn’t not stop the car.
I’ve tried a couple of Spreyton’s ciders in the past and liked them – the Dark (featuring hops) and the Bright (the lightest and sweetest of all five). I enjoyed being able to try the Vintage, Perry and Classic as well, and we ended up walking away with a bonus bottle of the Perry, of all five.
Spreyton’s tasting paddle of all five varieties plus a bonus bottle of your favourite variety, all for $ 10, is spot on. The tasting is presented stylishly in a wooden holder with the names of each variety printed into the holder, so very easy to remember! We were guided through the tasting by a handsome Spreyton Cider gent, which is always a welcome addition, and without us even asking he suggested we could share a paddle rather than spending the $ 10 each. This designated driver says thank you.
Being from the south, I’m a semi-​regular visitor to the Huon’s Willie Smiths and Pagan cider cellar doors, so I have to draw a comparison. For cost, it was great – WS charge $ 12 a pop for their tasting paddle of four varieties, a little more cider in each taste but no takeaway bottle, and your tasting is DIY once you’re handed the paddle. Pagan don’t charge a cent and Harry takes you through the full current range of varieties including some cellar door specials, but that’s part of the reason Pagan get five stars from me.
But back to the cidery at hand. Spreyton have a really lovely setup out here, a wonderful covered space with plenty of picnic tables overlooking a section of the orchard, which would be particularly stunning when the trees are in bloom or covered in fruit!
All being said, Spreyton – I like the cut of your jib. Keep up the good work.

This place had the most lovely staffers I have ever encountered at a tasting! We only had 20minutes here but what a delight it was!
We tried the tasting «plate» of all the ciders and juice. This was $ 10 and included a tale away bottle, great value. We shared this between three as one was driving, one had work in 1hr and one was on holiday. It was actually fine, we both had a few mouthfuls and it was enough to get an idea of the ciders. We were told about the apples, process and how this small company differs from the big hitters like Strongbow. I’ve been off cider for a while because of the ridiculous amount of sugar but this place has changed that! They have a higher alcohol content so less sugar and more bang for your calorie intake ;)
The tasting master also gave as tips for hikes and other activities in the area which was just an added bonus.
I got a take away 4 pack and the tasting for around $ 25 which is awesome value.