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September 11: From Orchard to Label: Cider Compliance Essentials
This webinar will walk through the most common compliance issues cider producers face when they have a TTB investigation. We will discuss key TTB compliance issues such as carbonation and alcohol thresholds, proper labeling and flavor designations, formula approval, when a COLA is required, and common tax class errors. We’ll also touch on record keeping,…
BREAKING NEWS! Bubble Tax Modernization Act Reintroduced in Congress!
The American Cider Association (ACA) is excited to share that the Bubble Tax Modernization Act was reintroduced in the House of Representatives as H.R. 4613 on July 22, 2025 by Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (D-OR-6) and Congressman Derrick Van Orden (R-WI-3), with original co-sponsorship from Congressman Mike Kelly (R-PA-16) and Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-CA-19). The full…
“Hard Cider Guy” Adrian Luna- Verduga Joins American Cider Association as Licensed Educator in the Northeast
The American Cider Association (ACA) is pleased to introduce Adrian Luna-Verduga, widely known in the cider community as the Hard Cider Guy, as the newest Licensed Cider Educator serving New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. A passionate advocate, Certified Pommelier™, and content creator, Adrian brings an enthusiastic and relatable voice for cider education. Adrian’s cider…
July 2025 Market Insights from Sightlines: Cross-Category Insights You Can Use
Each month, consumer insights platform Sightlines will share one quick hit you can use to make confident decisions. Remember, ACA members get 50% off a Sightlines subscription. Find the discount code in the Resource Hub. Getting Creative With On-Premise Sales Channels No doubt the on-premise is a critical sales lane for cider—that’s nothing new. But…
ACA Members Scoop Up Multiple Awards from Northwest Cider Cup and Cidercraft Magazine Awards
Both the Northwest Cider Cup and Cidercraft Magazine recently announced award winners following their competitions and, once again, ACA members put on an excellent showing, garnering awards across every style category. Members bringing home awards from these prestigious competitions are: Northwest Cider Cup Cidercraft Magazine Awards
Sixteen New Certified Pommeliers Join the Ranks of Global Cider Experts
The American Cider Association is proud to welcome sixteen new Certified Pommeliers to our growing international community of cider professionals. These individuals earned their certifications at recent exams held in Frankfurt, Germany; Grand Rapids, Michigan; and Los Angeles, California, proving once again that cider education is going global. As cider’s presence on menus and shelves…
Calling All Creators: Showcase Your Work at CiderCon® 2026’s New Artisan Marketplace!
Get ready to connect with cider lovers and art enthusiasts alike! For the first time ever, CiderCon® 2026 is opening the doors to artists, jewelers, and makers of all kinds with a dedicated Artisan Marketplace—a new feature within our renowned international trade show. Whether you craft cider-inspired illustrations, forge one-of-a-kind jewelry, design textiles, create handmade…
Sightlines: Cross-Category Insights You Can Use June 2025
Each month, consumer insights platform Sightlines will share one quick hit you can use to make confident decisions. Remember, ACA members get 50% off a Sightlines subscription. Find the discount code in the Resource Hub. Going Fizz-Free is Gaining New Audiences—and Cider Can Meet the Need When drinkers reach for a packaged beverage, it’s most…
ACA Introduces Preferred Vendor Program
At the ACA, we know your bottom line matters and that you do better when the businesses you work with do better for you. That’s why we’re excited to launch the ACA Preferred Vendor Program: a growing lineup of businesses offering exclusive discounts for ACA members. How It Works We’ve done the legwork—negotiating deals with suppliers who want to…
ACA Welcomes Jessica Arlich to the Certified Cider Professional Licensed Educator Team
We’re excited to welcome Jessica Arlich as the newest member of our Certified Cider Professional Licensed Educator team! Based in Vancouver, Washington, Jessica brings a vibrant mix of cider expertise, creativity, and educational passion to cider enthusiasts across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. Jessica’s cider journey began behind the bar as a dedicated enthusiast and…