Darkes Forest - Illawarra - NSW Darkes Cider and Mead are proudly produced using fruit from our 6th generation family farm, Glenbernie Orchard, and honey harvested from within the farm and in the local area. Decades of experience from the Fahey family in perfecting the growing and harvesting of premium quality fruit, and a real love for cider, underpin the selection of just the right combination of fruit for brewing each cider, including specific apple cider apples and heritage apples grown for this purpose. All our ciders are made from 100% fresh crushed fruit, with no added sugar or water, and are vegan friendly and gluten free.