Cider Sensory Workshops Coming to Canada with Licensed Educator Jenna Boucher

The American Cider Association is bringing cider education to Canada this spring with a series of interactive cider sensory workshops designed to help participants taste cider like a professional.

Led by Canadian Licensed Educator Jenna Boucher, these hands-on workshops will take place in Victoria, Vancouver, and Ontario, offering beverage professionals and cider enthusiasts the chance to deepen their tasting skills and build confidence evaluating cider.

Whether you work in hospitality, retail, cider production, or simply want to understand cider on a deeper level, these workshops provide an engaging introduction to professional cider sensory analysis.

Learn to Taste Cider Like a Pro

Cider is one of the most diverse fermented beverages in the world, with flavor influenced by apple varieties, fermentation methods, orchard terroir, and regional traditions. Developing sensory skills helps tasters recognize these differences and communicate them clearly.

During these workshops, participants will learn how to:

• Identify key cider aromas and flavor characteristics
• Recognize common cider faults and off-aromas
• Develop a structured tasting vocabulary
• Understand cider styles and production influences
• Evaluate cider using professional sensory techniques

The workshops include guided tastings, aroma training exercises, and practical evaluation methods used by cider professionals around the world.

Upcoming Cider Sensory Workshops in Canada

London, Ontario – Cider Sensory Workshop

Heeman’s Cellars- Cider Salon Canada
March 27th
2:00–4:30 PM

Set in Ontario’s growing cider community, this event takes place alongside Cider Salon Canada, an event featuring Ontario’s finest cidermakers. Taste the best orchard-based regional ciders and grow your palate and learn sensory evaluation techniques like a pro.

Victoria, British Columbia – Cider Sensory Workshop

Junction Orchard & Cidery
April 11
3:00–5:30 PM

Set among the orchards of Vancouver Island, this workshop provides a beautiful setting to explore cider aromas and flavors. Participants will taste through curated cider samples while learning professional sensory evaluation techniques.

Vancouver, British Columbia – Cider Sensory Workshop

Parallel 49 Brewing Company
May 7
6:30–9:00 PM

Join us in Vancouver for an evening cider tasting workshop focused on building sensory confidence. Through structured exercises and guided discussion, participants will learn how cider professionals evaluate aroma, flavor, and balance.

Meet the Educator: Jenna Boucher

These workshops are led by Canadian Licensed Educator Jenna Boucher, an award-winning cidermaker, judge, and Certified Pommelier™. Known for her approachable teaching style, Jenna helps participants break down complex sensory concepts into practical tasting skills.

Her experience across Canada’s cider industry makes her uniquely positioned to guide both professionals and enthusiasts through the nuances of cider flavor and aroma.

Who Should Attend?

These cider sensory workshops are ideal for:

• Hospitality professionals
• Sommeliers, Cicerones, and beverage directors
• Retail buyers and bottle shop staff
• Cidermakers and orchardists
• Certified Pommelier™ candidates
• Cider enthusiasts who want to deepen their knowledge

Participants will leave with stronger tasting skills, a deeper understanding of cider styles, and tools to confidently talk about cider in professional or social settings.

Expanding Cider Education in Canada

The American Cider Association continues to expand cider education programs across North America, helping build knowledge and appreciation for cider through certification programs, professional training, and public workshops.

Bringing sensory workshops to Canada reflects the growing interest in cider education, professional cider certification, and sensory training within the global cider community.

Join a Canadian Cider Workshop

Seats for these hands-on workshops are limited to ensure an engaging learning environment.

If you’ve ever wanted to improve your cider tasting skills, understand cider aromas, or learn professional sensory evaluation techniques, these workshops are the perfect place to start.

Come curious. Leave tasting cider like a pro.

Interested in learning more about global cider education programming? Email Director of Education Jennie@ciderassociation.org or visit our Certified Cider Professional™ educational programming pages.