Strongbow

Strongbow commonly refers to two widely recognized uses: a 12th‑century Norman nobleman and a popular brand of cider.

Richard de Clare, 2nd Earl of Pembroke (c. 1130–1176), commonly known as Strongbow, earned his epithet for prowess with the longbow. He allied with the Irish ruler Dermot MacMurrough and led Norman forces in Ireland during the early 1170s, helping to establish Norman influence there before his death in 1176.

Strongbow the cider is a brand that originated in the United Kingdom, produced by H. Weston & Sons in the 1960s. Named after the legendary archer, the brand is now produced by Heineken UK and marketed in many countries. Its product range includes Original Dry, Gold Apple, and Dark Fruit, among other variants, with the cider described as crisp and apple-forward. Strongbow has become a leading cider brand in the UK and has a broad international presence.