In 1805, a local farmers co-operative had formed to produce cider at Norton Fitzwarren.
[1] After World War I, producing only non-sparkling cider in traditional wooden barrels, the methodology only allowed the products to be distributed around the wider Taunton area, and hence the company choose only to supply public houses.
After World War II, in the 1950s the introducing of pasteurisation gave the cider a much longer shelf life, allowing the drink to be marketed nationally.
[2] The main brand was Blackthorn Cider and various derivatives (Original, Dry, Sweet, Special Vat, Cool), as well as: Diamond White; Red Rock; and the draught-only Taunton Original.
Autumn Gold was the sweet derivative which was available on draught, in cans and bottles throughout the country.