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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…
Cider Shows Up at Great American Beer Festival
For the second consecutive year, cider took the stage alongside beer at the 2025 Great American Beer Festival® (GABF) competition…and, once again, made a big impression. As the beverage world continues to evolve, cider is increasingly being recognized as a dynamic, creative and important contributor to the beverage alcohol category. Included in the more than…
C-Store Cider Sales Thrive This Year
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. While alcohol has generally been in the red in most retail channels this year, cider sales in convenience stores offer…
Introducing the Certified Cider Guide™ Digital Flashcards
The American Cider Association is excited to share a brand-new study tool for anyone preparing for the Level 1 Certified Cider Guide™ exam! The Certified Cider Guide™ Digital Flashcards are now available for free, offering an easy and engaging way to test your knowledge wherever you are. Designed to help you master key terms, cider…
American Cider Association Welcomes New Canadian Licensed Educator
The American Cider Association (ACA) is proud to announce that Jenna Boucher has joined its growing network of Licensed Educators, bringing her award-winning expertise and Canadian perspective to the Certified Cider Professional™ (CCP) program. Jenna is an accomplished cidermaker, judge, and educator with deep roots in Canada’s diverse cider scene. A Certified Pommelier™ and GLINTCAP…
The 2025 Government Shutdown: What it Means for You
Because Congress has not yet passed a continuing resolution to fund the government, a federal shutdown is now in effect beginning October 1, 2025. For cideries, the most immediate impact comes from the significant reduction of 87% of staff at the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB). The TTB will continue only essential…