K (cider) explained

K is a cider manufactured and distributed by C&C Group plc.

In the UK

Advertised under the slogan 'The Mark of Quality', the canned version available in the UK was initially 8.4% ABV.^[1] At one time, two bottled versions were available, one at 8.4% and the "K6" at 6.3%. The price of the 500 ml can was £1.39. As of 2017, the cans' ABV was reduced to 8%, and had a reduced retail price of £1.09. As of 2020, its ABV was reduced yet again to 7.5%.

In the U.S.

A bottled version was available in the U.S.^[2] at 6.9% ABV. As of 2010, K is no longer available in the U.S. with the exception of special orders.

The look

Cans and bottles of K have a distinctive trade dress, coloured black with a scarlet K^[3] in the centre of the container.

Notes and References

1. Web site: Beer Review: 'K' Gaymer Cider. hywelsbiglog.wordpress.com. 10 September 2012.
2. Web site: Gaymers K Cider (US version). www.ratebeer.com. 10 September 2012.
3. Web site: Other Cider Brands. www.candcgroupplc.com. 10 September 2012.