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April 24: Live Sensory Analysis Webinar Featuring Milk & Honey ciders
You’re invited to a Live Sensory Analysis Webinar on Thursday, April 24th, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM Pacific Time! Join our Certified Pommelier panel as they guide you through an immersive sensory experience featuring cider from Milk and Honey Ciders in Minnesota. During this live practice session, you’ll learn how to analyze and appreciate cider…
April 23: Level 1 CCG Workshop in Frankfurt, Germany
The American Cider Association (ACA) is excited to collaborate with CiderWorld and Frankfurter Landwirtschaftlicher Verein e.V. to host an in person workshop for the Certified Cider Professional (CCP) Program Level 1 Certified Cider Guide (CCG) at their fantastic venue on April 23, 2025 beginning at 9:00 AM. This workshop is meant for all, and is…
CiderCon® 2025 Fact Sheet
CiderCon® 2025 took place from February 4 – 7 in Chicago, Illinois. This annual event, organized by the American Cider Association, serves as a leading conference for cider industry professionals from around the world. The conference, now in it’s 15th year, featured a rich program of educational sessions, networking opportunities, and an extensive trade show.…
ACA Announces New Membership Levels for Orchardists
The American Cider Association (ACA) was thrilled to announce the introduction of new associate member levels specifically tailored for orchardists at CiderCon® 2025, alongside the launch of a dynamic new orcharding forum. This development is designed to support and enhance the community of those who cultivate the apples and other fruits that are fundamental to…
2025 ACA Award Recipients
The American Cider Association (ACA) Awards presented at CiderCon® 2025 shine a spotlight on the exceptional contributions within the cider community, celebrating those who have played pivotal roles in advancing the industry. The awards are divided into two distinct categories: Member Awards and Board Awards. The Member Awards reflect the collective gratitude of the ACA…
ACA Announces 2025 Board Election Results
The American Cider Association (ACA) is excited to announce the results of our recent board elections. We welcome new and returning members who will continue to drive our mission to grow a diverse and successful U.S. cider industry. New Appointments and Re-elections We are pleased to announce the following individuals who have been elected to…
NEW! Barrel to Glass CiderCon® Experience
Just announced! Join us on Tuesday, February 4th for this limited CiderCon® 2025 learning and tasting experience that will explore the world of barrel-aged ciders and craft beverages. Kick off with a tour of the iconic Goose Island Barrel Room and its 15,000 barrels, visit Right Bee Cider to taste and learn about their barrel-aged…
ACA Releases 3 New Cider Education Books
The American Cider Association is thrilled to announce the release of three new books as part of its ongoing commitment to cider education. The first, The Draught Cider Manual and Study Guide by Ambrosia Borowski, is a thorough guide to draught beverage systems and how they operate. The book contains detailed descriptions of basic components,…
March 26: Level 1 Certified Cider Guide Workshop & Certification in Hereford, England
The world’s finest cider education programme, the Certfied Cider Professional (CCP) Programme, will be back again for another Level 1: Certified Cider Guide (CCG) classroom session on Wednesday 26 March 2025! This session will be undertaken in Hereford a day prior to the UK’s pre-eminent cider conference – CraftCon . Leisurely run over the course…
February 24: Level 1 Certified Cider Guide Workshop & Certification in Japan
The world’s finest cider education program, the Certified Cider Professional (CCP) Program, is back again for another a Level 1: Certified Cider Guide (CCG) classroom session at Full Monty British Pub & Cider House in Yokohama on Monday 24 February. Leisurely run over the course of a day, this L1 CCG training has been developed…