Food and Drink Industry East Sussex

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Drinks Industry in East Sussex

Eighty-five percent of adults in East Sussex regularly enjoy an alcoholic drink. The drinks sector contributes significantly to our social and economic landscape. The South East continues to be home to some of the best independent breweries in England. This document explores the successes and opportunities within the Drinks sector in East Sussex.

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85% of adults in East Sussex regularly enjoy an alcoholic drink. The drinks sector contributes significantly to our social and economic landscape.

Folkingtons

Wealden

Producer of artisan tonics, juices and mixers that have unique provenance and authenticity. Folkington’s was founded in 2012 by Paul Bendit.

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The Pished Fish

Berwick

Scandinavian inspired, rich in quality and smoked to perfection, The Pished Fish offers a delicious range of slow-cured booze-infused smoked salmon.

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Ridgeview

Lewes

Placing English sparkling wines on the global stage, award-winning Ridgeview paved the way for global recognition of our thriving wine industry.

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Rowdy & Fancy’s

Forest Row

Made by chocolate lovers for chocolate lovers, Rowdy & Fancy’s was born out of a desire for a high quality, natural product that looks and tastes delicious.

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Off The Line

Hailsham

A winery and vineyard producing three variations of still rosé made from grapes grown at the beautiful south-facing site in the Sussex Weald.

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Foodhaven Bakery

Newhaven

Winners of Britain’s Best Loaf 2018 at the British Baker Awards for its white seeded sourdough. Launched 2015, produces artisan bread for its six Bake Out cafes in Sussex.

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Eggs to Apples

Hurst Green

Award-winning farm shop and café, selling the best, affordable local produce in Sussex and Kent. Founded by Susannah and Craig Hewett.

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Rathfinny Wine Estate Vineyard

Alfriston

Established in 2010 by owners Sarah & Mark Driver. RIBA nominated, state-of-the-art winery is capable of producing over one million bottles of Sussex Sparkling wine annually.

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BD Foods

Hastings

Food manufacturer employs over 100 people with a turnover over £7m. Supplies an extensive range of sauces, dressings, dips and soups to an impressive client list including Nandos.

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Burning Sky

Firle

Mark Tranter’s Burning Sky voted 4th Best New Brewery in the World 2014 by Ratebeer, and ‘Brewer of the Year 2014’ by The Guild of British Beer Writers.

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Hastings Ketchup Company

Established in 2013 by Graham Ainsley as a home-based enterprise focused on bringing Hastings Original Lemon Ketchup to homes, restaurants and bars.

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Oastbrook Estate

Robertsbridge

Oastbrook Estate is a winery and entertainment destination founded by America and Nick Brewer. They produce award-winning wine and have a mission to put their adopted East Sussex home and its businesses on the map.

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Highlighted success story

Locate East Sussex talks with founder Jens Knoop on how he has expanded his artisan drinking chocolate bars from Rye in East Sussex, with support from the community and Locate East Sussex.

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