Organised by IFST Western Branch
Opportunity to visit the Thatchers Cider Factory at Myrtle Farm in Somerset. An educational tour about how this family run business has been making cider in Somerset for over 115 years. A walk though the cider making production process from apple receipt, the working mill, to their packing and bottling hall. An opportunity a range of their Somerset Ciders from well known brands to their limited edition range.
What participants will learn about: The cider making process and the science behind how to make the perfect cider from orchard to bottle. Understanding the traditional production methods combined with modern bottling technology.
Who should attend: IFST Members and non-members, food technologists, technical & production personnel. students, attendees with an interest in beverage production.
Tour information: The event will include a 2-hour tour with a tour guide and a 1-hour cider sampling session, providing excellent networking opportunities.
Meeting Point: Railway Pub (located next door to the meeting venue) at Myrtle Farm, Sandford, Somerset, BS25 5RA.
Additional information: On-site parking, cider tasting, PPE provided.
IFST member - £12.00 - which includes the cider sampling session at the end of the tour.
Non-IFST member - £12.00 - which includes the cider sampling session at the end of the tour.
Please note: IFST is a registered charity with the mission of ‘recognising and empowering food professionals by promoting excellence in science and its application throughout the food chain’. Each year, we are proud to run over 60 events, including webinars and workshops, which engage with thousands of food professionals worldwide from over 50 countries. IFST members attend all webinars free of charge. All non-members who would like to attend our events will be charged a small fee and all attendees will receive a certificate of attendance.