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Our expert-created cider certification program is designed for distributors, servers, sommeliers and others interested in becoming bonafide experts on all things cider.
CiderCon® is the premier cider conference for industry professionals. It is an opportunity to learn, share, taste and network. Join us in Chicago, Illinois from February 5-7, 2025.
About the American Cider Association
The American Cider Association is an organization of cider and perry producers in the United States. Our mission is to grow a diverse and successful U.S. cider industry by providing valuable information, resources and services to our members and by advocating on their behalf.
Our Members
Cideries
The people pressing apples and fermenting the juice into delicious cider
Orchards
The farmers cultivating apples for our industry
Restaurants & Bars
The specialty establishments offering robust cider offerings
Suppliers
The suppliers supporting US cidermakers with equipment, ingredients and technology
Retailers & Distributors
The shops and wholesalers helping cider reach consumers
Enthusiasts
The die hard cider fans who help us thrive
Member Benefits
Your Voice in DC
The American Cider Association advocates for cider regularly on the national level.
Cider Market Data
Get access to detailed cider market trends and data reports exclusive to American Cider Association members.
CiderCon® Exclusives
CiderCon® is a global cider conference for cider professionals and it's available at a discount to American Cider Association members.
Webinar
Whether you're starting up or ramping up, the American Cider Association has webinars that will help you get the information you need.
Latest News
CiderCon® 2025 Returns to Chicago for the 15th Global Cider Conference and Trade Show
The American Cider Association is pleased to announce that the 15th annual CiderCon® will take place in Chicago, Illinois from…
CiderCon® 2025 Tasting Sessions
From quince to mistelles to keeved cider, CiderCon® 2025 tasting sessions will provide something for everyone! Check out the full…
Cider Share at CiderCon® 2025
The world’s largest Cider Share is the not-to-miss official kickoff of CiderCon®! With up to 60 cideries pouring cider from…
TTB Reopening Comment Period on Proposed Standards of Fill
The TTB has opened a comment period on proposed additions to the standards of fill (Notice 210A) — including additions…
Upcoming Events
Cider & Perry Production - A Foundation (Cider Institute of North America)
September 5 - November 21, 2024
Online
Level 1 Certified Cider Guide Workshop at Highbury Brewhouse & Kitchen
September 25, 2024 - 10:00 AM BST
London, England
Live Sensory Analysis Webinar with Albemarle CiderWorks
September 26, 2024 - 4:00 PM Pacific
Online
Live Sensory Analysis Webinar with ABAVAS
October 3, 2024 - 18:00 BST
Online
Certified Pommelier Exam in London, England
November 22, 2024 - 9:30 AM BST
WSET Headquarters
Science, Practice & Quality-Assured Cider & Perry Production
(Presented by the Cider Institute of North America)
December 9 - 13, 2024
Mount Vernon, WA
Certified Pommelier Exam at CiderCon® 2025
February 5, 2024 - 8:30 AM Central
Chicago, Illinois
CiderCon® 2025
Chicago, Illinois
February 5-7, 2025
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