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Certified Cider Professional™ Progam – 2025 Year in Review
As we close out the year, I find myself reflecting on how much the Certified Cider Professional™ education programming has grown and evolved. My goal this year was to make education more accessible, more practical, and more connected to real cider experiences. I focused on meeting learners where they are, whether that meant digital learning,…
2025 Year in Review from CEO Monica Cohen
As we close out the calendar year, I’m also marking the end of my first year as CEO of the American Cider Association, a milestone that feels both grounding and energizing. This year has been one of challenge and growth for me personally, for our association, and for the greater cider industry. I stepped into…
ACA Advocacy – 2025 Year in Review
In a year marked by political uncertainty, agency slowdowns, and a federal shutdown, cider still advanced—and your engagement made that possible. New Leadership, Renewed Focus At the American Cider Association, 2025 began with a leadership shift that sharpened our advocacy work. Monica Cohen stepped into her role as CEO, while Jenn Root Martell took the…
ACA Welcomes Three New Certified Pommeliers™ Following Exam in Virginia
The American Cider Association (ACA) is pleased to announce that three individuals have achieved the rank of Certified Pommelier™ following an exam held in Charlottesville, Virginia on October 6. The newly minted Certified Pommeliers™ are Brittany Kordick of Kordick Family Farm, Joanne Mumbey of BeyLoved Pairings LLC and award winning amateur cidermaker Brad Winans. Joanne…
Cooking with Cider at Thanksgiving
If you’re looking to add a unique twist to your holiday menu this year, consider cooking with cider for Thanksgiving. This versatile ingredient can elevate both sweet and savory dishes and perfectly complements traditional flavors. Check out the recipes below to explore creative ways to incorporate cider into your Thanksgiving feast, ensuring your celebration is…
ACA Now Accepting Nominations for 2026 Board of Directors
The ACA Board of Directors is comprised of passionate, active cidery owners – large and small – who are committed to shaping the future of the organization and the greater cider industry. If you’d like to be part of that and are ready to lend your voice, ideas, and leadership to this important work, now’s…
CiderCon® 2026 – You’ll Be Glad You Did It!
Some events are too good to miss…and CiderCon® is one of them.Invest in your cidery by investing in your knowledge, your network, and a week that will change the way you think about cider. Sessions and speakers are in place and it’s going to be a good one! CiderCon® is the gathering for everyone shaping the future…
The Shutdown’s Nearing an End. Now What?
After weeks of uncertainty, the federal government is (almost) finally back in business and that means the TTB and other key agencies are, too. For cideries, this is the moment to shake off the disruption, check in on delayed approvals, and get your product plans back on track. The American Cider Association (ACA) has continued…
Who’s Ready for the End of Premiumization?
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. Consumer spending in the U.S. has, of late, been buoyed by the wealthiest Americans. Recent analysis of Federal Reserve data by…
Expanding Global Cider Education: ACA Partners with The Drinks Trust and Heineken to make the Certified Cider Guide™ Course More Accessible in the UK
The American Cider Association (ACA) is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with The Drinks Trust and Heineken to make the Level 1 Certified Cider Guide™ (CCG) qualification more accessible to drinks professionals across the United Kingdom. This collaboration marks an important step toward expanding access to professional cider education and supporting the next…