Author Archives: Jon Herdman

How Many Calories in a Pint of Stella? Skinny Lager vs. Stella Artois

Stella Artois is one of the most respected lager brands in the world. Its branding features a horn and star which is believed by many to be the oldest continued branding in the world.   Stella Artois is synonymous with premium quality and is famous for being ‘reassuringly expensive’, according to an ad campaign that ran […]

How Many Calories in a Pint of Heineken?

Known for its impactful green bottle, red star and crisp taste; Heineken has grown over the years to become one of the world’s most popular lager brands. A pale lager with deep and refreshing notes throughout, Heineken is altogether clean, slightly bitter and refreshing when enjoyed on a warm, summer’s day.  Heineken has built up […]

Is Cider Gluten Free?

You might wonder whether cider is suitable if you are gluten intolerant or following a gluten-free diet. Depending on the content, some may be more suitable than others. So, is cider gluten-free?  Yes, cider is very often gluten-free, as gluten-containing products are rarely used during fermentation or other steps of cider production. Yet, some ciders […]