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February 3: Certified Pommelier Exam at CiderCon® 2026
TAKE THE CERTIFIED POMMELIER EXAM AT CIDERCON® 2026 IN PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD! Are you ready to take the next step in your professional development in the cider industry? If you have already passed the Level 1 Certified Cider Guide exam and are looking for that next challenge? Now is your chance!…
September 2025: Update from ACA CEO Monica Cohen
Six plus months ago, I stepped into this role as CEO of the American Cider Association (ACA). Semi-retired after more than 30 years in food and beverage, I missed having a community and being challenged. With cider, I’ve found both. Since its founding, the ACA has achieved a lot for this industry. But in my…
October is National Cider Month: ACA is a Supporting Partner
National Cider Month is back for 2025! Founded by Schilling Cider in 2022, National Cider Month has grown into an industry-wide celebration of cider, cidermakers, and the apple harvest season. Held throughout October, this is a powerful opportunity to elevate the craft, connect with consumers, and shift perceptions about cider. A number of cider companies…
November 28: Certified Pommelier Exam in Hereford, UK
TAKE THE CERTIFIED POMMELIER™ EXAM IN HEREFORD ON NOVEMBER 28th! Are you ready to take the next step in your professional development in the cider industry? If you have already passed the Level 1 Certified Cider Guide™ exam and are looking for that next challenge? Now is your chance! The American Cider Association is pleased…
September 2025: Monthly Market Updates from Sightlines
Each month consumer insights platform Sightlines will share one quick hit you can use to make confident decisions. Also, ACA members get 50% off a Sightlines subscription. Find the discount code in the Resource Hub. Non-White Americans Increase as a Portion of Regular Drinkers As debate continues around the meaning of a recent Gallup poll…
November 15: Taste Like a Pro Cider Sensory Workshop in Port Angeles, Washington
Join us for a sensory deep dive into the world of cider and learn to taste cider like a pro! Whether you’re preparing for the Certified Pommelier™ exam or just curious how pros taste cider, this immersive, hands-on session will give you the tools to sip and share with confidence. You’ll learn how to detect…
Unlocking Cider Education: A New Study Resource Partnership Between ACA and Press Then Press
The American Cider Association (ACA) is proud to announce a new partnership with Press Then Press, a leading online cider retailer with a passion for education and community-building. This collaboration is centered around one shared goal: making cider and cider education more accessible to enthusiasts, professionals, and Certified Cider Professional™ (CCP) candidates across the country.…
October 9: Taste Like A Pro: Cider Sensory Analysis Workshop in England
Certified Pommelier™ Sensory Training Workshop on October 9 at the Museum of Cider Join us for a sensory deep dive into the world of cider and learn to taste cider like a pro! Whether you’re preparing for the Certified Pommelier™ exam or just curious how pros taste cider, this immersive, hands-on session will give you…
August 2025: Monthly Market Updates from Sightlines
Each month consumer insights platform Sightlines will share one quick hit you can use to make confident decisions. Also, ACA members get 50% off a Sightlines subscription. Find the discount code in the Resource Hub. Non-alcoholic sparkling wines thrive on attributes that are driving other adult beverage trends: ease, versatility, and indulgence. Cidermakers are well…
October 6: Certified Pommelier Exam at Potter’s Craft Cider
TAKE THE CERTIFIED POMMELIER EXAM IN VIRGINIA ON OCTOBER 6th! Are you ready to take the next step in your professional development in the cider industry? If you have already passed the Level 1 Certified Cider Guide exam and are looking for that next challenge? Now is your chance! The American Cider Association is pleased…