rooted in the islands, raised by the sea
BRAND STORY
In the heart of Guernsey's countryside, with views of the English Channel, lies our farm — home to Rocquette Cider. Our aim has always been straightforward: to produce quality local cider.
1998
First trees planted
5,500
Trees in our orchards
16th century
Guernsey cider heritage
1998
Planting the first trees
Starting from scratch in 1998, we planted our first apple trees ourselves. From those early days we have grown into a small, independent company — beginning with 3,000 trees around the farm and expanding to over 5,500 as demand grew.
Four centuries of Guernsey cider
Guernsey has a rich history of apple growing and cider making dating back to the 16th century, when cider produced here was exported to England. Inspired by that tradition, we founded the Rocquette Cider Company.
How we work today
Our orchards benefit from Guernsey's temperate climate, Atlantic breezes and sunny days. We have invested in modern equipment to meet the needs of our customers in the Channel Islands and beyond, while staying committed to cider that reflects the character of our island.
Brand Values
Locally Grown
Every apple in Rocquette Cider comes from our own 5,500 trees, or from local growers who take part in our Apple Swap. Fresh fruit into every batch, and the community we work in supported along the way.
Family Run
A family business since 1998, built from the ground up. We have been hands-on from planting the first apple trees to making the cider you drink today. We work from barn offices surrounded by those orchards, with Tiggy, our dog, never far away.
Sustainable
We use regenerative farming methods that restore the land rather than exhaust it, manage our orchards responsibly, and run production to keep waste down. The aim is to protect the island's natural beauty for the people who come after us.
