Reviewed: Sheppy's organic cider & instant Cocodirect

Two very different 'ethical' drinks for you this week. First, Cocodirect, the new instant Fairtrade hot choc from the excellent CafeDirect. My tasting notes say 'good by water and sachet standards' (I'm a commited milk and cocoa man) and 'not too sweet like Cadburys and Galaxy, but also enough chocolate to prevent it becoming a malty, Horlicksy drink. Dissolved easy enough too.' Unfortunately, you can't buy this quality instant version in shops yet - it's just for caterers. The cocoa version - which you can buy - is here. Second up, Sheppy's medium organic cider, which is gorgeously rich - I'm not going to pretend I can describe it better than that - and also comes with the Soil Association's stamp of approval. You can buy it online.