Gosnells is a south London meadery that has rebadged its sparkling honey-based drinks as 'Nectars' to target cider drinkers. The Nectars line comprises session-strength (under 6% abv) sparkling drinks sold on draught and due to roll out in 440ml cans in the new year, while higher‑abv still meads retain the mead badge. The brand markets Nectars as low-sugar, gluten-free alternatives intended to revive and premiumise the £1.2bn cider category. Early on-trade feedback has been positive, improving rate of sale and consumer understanding. Its drinks are stocked in venues including Daisy Green, Cubitt House, Drake & Morgan, Brewdog and independent pubs and restaurants across London. The company announced a £500,000 equity raise (half already committed by existing shareholders) to expand in the on-trade and build a second bar alongside its Bermondsey venue; overfunding would be used to ramp off-trade efforts, where it currently derives 25% of sales, and pursue grocery listings.

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$1M

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Nov 2023