Kaleb Cooper Shares Hawkstone Cider Update and Clarkson’s Farm Series Five Insights

September 28, 2025 – Kaleb Cooper, the beloved farmhand and breakout star of Amazon Prime’s Clarkson’s Farm, has made headlines with a bittersweet update about his Hawkstone Cider venture while offering fans a sneak peek into the filming of the show’s fifth series. The 27-year-old from Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, who first captured audiences’ hearts in 2021, continues to balance his roles as a farmer, entrepreneur, author, and television personality, all while preparing for the arrival of his third child with fiancée Taya. Despite his growing fame, Cooper remains grounded in his passion for agriculture, though he recently shared some “bad news” about the sell-out success of his latest Hawkstone Cider flavor, Rhubastard, and provided a glimpse into the ongoing production of Clarkson’s Farm series five, set to premiere in 2026.

Since his debut on Clarkson’s Farm, Cooper has become a central figure in the series, which chronicles Jeremy Clarkson’s efforts to manage Diddly Squat Farm in the Cotswolds. His practical expertise, candid humor, and occasional clashes with Clarkson have endeared him to millions of viewers across four seasons, with the latest released in May and June 2025. Beyond the farm, Cooper has built a multifaceted career, including his involvement in Hawkstone, the Cotswolds-based alcohol brand launched in collaboration with Clarkson. The brand, known for its premium lager and cider, introduced a new rhubarb-flavored cider, Hawkstone Rhubastard, in 2025, which has proven to be a massive hit.

In a recent video posted on Hawkstone’s Instagram page, Cooper shared both good and bad news about the Rhubastard cider. “The good news is that it’s really, really good,” he said with his characteristic enthusiasm. “Now, however, the bad news is that it’s nearly sold out. We’re gonna run out, but we’ll make more, don’t worry.” The rapid sell-out of the rhubarb-flavored cider, crafted with locally grown British apples and a hint of rhubarb, underscores the brand’s popularity and Cooper’s growing influence as an entrepreneur. The news, while disappointing for fans eager to try the new flavor, highlights the success of Hawkstone’s expansion from lager to cider, a venture that Cooper has championed since its inception in 2022.

Hawkstone’s cider production, overseen by Cooper and partnered with fifth-generation cider-maker Guy Lawrence of Westons, emphasizes quality and local sourcing. Unlike traditional Westons ciders, which typically exclude Oxfordshire apples, Hawkstone Rhubastard incorporates regional varieties, reflecting Cooper’s commitment to promoting Cotswolds agriculture. “It’s quite hard to produce with a complex fermenting and cold filtering process, but it’s very easy to drink,” Cooper told The Oxford Mail in 2022, describing his mission to “refresh the image of cider” and encourage orchard planting. The sell-out of Rhubastard follows earlier challenges for Hawkstone, including a 2023 recall of a cider batch due to exploding bottles caused by sediment, a hiccup that Cooper and Clarkson addressed promptly by offering refunds and replacements.

Amid his entrepreneurial endeavors, Cooper continues to work tirelessly at Diddly Squat Farm, where filming for Clarkson’s Farm series five is in full swing. On August 5, 2025, he posted a lighthearted video on his personal Instagram, captioned simply “series five” with laughing emojis, showing him navigating a tractor around a film crew. “Clarkson’s Farm filming. You’ve got to go around the film crew. They don’t move anymore. They just stand there and go, ‘we are not moving,’” he joked, highlighting the challenges of working with a production team in the fields. “The GPS comes in handy.” The clip, filmed in one of Diddly Squat’s expansive fields, has sparked excitement among fans eager for the next installment, which will likely explore new challenges, including the farm’s recent struggles with bovine tuberculosis (TB) in its livestock, as announced by Clarkson in August 2025.

Cooper’s busy schedule extends beyond farming and filming. In September 2025, he released his debut children’s book, Kaleb’s Farmyard Tales: Escaping Animals and Runaway Tractors, aimed at young readers aged 5-7. The book, filled with humorous stories drawn from his experiences at Diddly Squat, reflects his passion for inspiring the next generation of farmers. “I’m so passionate about sharing how brilliant our industry is and supporting new young farmers into the best job on earth,” he said in a statement. The book follows his previous bestsellers, The World According to Kaleb (2022), Britain According to Kaleb (2023), and It’s a Farming Thing (2024), which have solidified his status as a bestselling author.

Despite his success, Cooper remains candid about the difficulties facing British farmers. In a September 2025 appearance on Good Morning Britain, he described the past two years as particularly challenging due to extreme weather, including excessive rain in 2024 and a drought in 2025. “It’s hard work,” he told hosts Susanna Reid and Ed Balls, warning that without improvements, the future of farming could be bleak. These struggles have been a recurring theme on Clarkson’s Farm, which has brought unprecedented attention to the realities of agricultural life.

On a personal note, Cooper and his fiancée, Taya, welcomed their third child in August 2025, joining their son Oscar (born March 2021) and daughter Willa (born June 2023). The couple’s growing family adds another layer of complexity to Cooper’s hectic life, yet he remains optimistic. “I like to think of myself as an easy calving bull,” he joked on Instagram, referencing a farming term for a bull that produces easy births, a nod to his humor and connection to the agricultural community.

Cooper’s relationship with Clarkson, marked by playful banter and occasional disagreements, remains a highlight of Clarkson’s Farm. Despite a brief falling-out during series four over a tidiness dispute, the two have reconciled, with Cooper describing Clarkson as one of his best friends. The fifth series will introduce new dynamics, including the addition of farmhand Harriet Cowan, who filled in during Cooper’s 2025 UK tour, The World According to Kaleb. While some fans initially criticized Cooper’s reaction to Cowan, their relationship has since warmed, and Clarkson has praised her contributions to the farm.

As Cooper navigates fame, fatherhood, and farming, his dream of owning his own farm in the Cotswolds remains a driving force. His involvement in Hawkstone, his books, and his advocacy for British agriculture have brought him closer to that goal, though he acknowledges the challenges of rising land costs and unpredictable weather. For now, fans can look forward to more of Cooper’s wit and wisdom in Clarkson’s Farm series five and a restock of Hawkstone Rhubastard cider. Clarkson’s Farm is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, and Kaleb’s Farmyard Tales is now available in bookstores.