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Coffee Chat with 3 Tier Beverages

By Woodley Smith | December 7, 2023

Are you curious about the latest trends in the cider industry? Join us for a members-only Coffee Chat webinar on January 9, 2024, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time, where Mary Mills and Julia Lechleiter from 3 Tier Beverages will share insights on 2023 chainr retail cider sales and consumer behavior. The duo will provide a…

Certified Pommelier™ Ceremony at CiderCon® 2024

By Woodley Smith | December 6, 2023

We are thrilled to share that the American Cider Association is hosting the inaugural Certified Pommelier™ Ceremony at CiderCon® 2024 in Portland, Oregon. This isn’t just any ceremony, it’s a celebration of achievements, a recognition of passion, and a toast to education. Each and every Certified Pommelier™ brings their hard work, dedication, and cider expertise…

CiderCon® 2024 Olympic Peninsula Tour

By Woodley Smith | November 30, 2023

The Olympic Peninsula Tour will take you through some of the most breathtaking scenery in Washington State. While enjoying the stunning natural beauty, the rugged mountains, lush rainforests, pristine coastline and orchards, you will visit award winning cideries, an event space, a new cider education facility and spend the night at Fort Worden State Park. Led…

Introducing Certified Pommelier™ Chapters

By Woodley Smith | November 28, 2023

We were so excited to share the news of our 12 new Certified Pommeliers™ last week, but that’s not all we have to share; we’re not just about numbers (although they are fun) – we’re also about community, education, and advocacy. That’s why we’re also thrilled to announce the launch of the Certified Pommelier™ Chapters…

ACA Welcomes 12 New Certified Pommeliers™ After October Exams

By Woodley Smith | November 19, 2023

The American Cider Association is proud to announce that twelve individuals successfully passed the Certified Pommelier™ examination in October 2023. The new Certified Pommeliers™ are Ann Bliss of Mullers Cider House, Bryan Barry, Christian Rodriguez, and Tom Hansen of Angry Orchard, Katie Black of DSSOLVR, Johnny Rice of Orchard Hill Cider Mill, Don Whitaker of…

Check Out the Fun to be Had at the CiderCon® 2024 Trade Show!

By Woodley Smith | November 10, 2023

The CiderCon® 2024 Trade Show, sponsored by FruitSmart is set to be the best yet! With over 100 vendors already confirmed and more on the way, there will be plenty of chances for you to connect with the companies that have helped your cidery thrive or meet new companies that can help take you to…

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Now Accepting Nominations for ACA Board of Directors

By Woodley Smith | November 6, 2023

Do you have a passion for growing the cider industry? Are you looking to find a platform for your ideas, where you will be seen and heard? Would you like to work with a group of like-minded industry leaders to create positive change? If you answered “Yes” to these questions, YOU ARE IN LUCK! The…

Certified Pommelier™ Exam at CiderCon® 2024

By Woodley Smith | October 31, 2023

TAKE THE CERTIFIED POMMELIER™ EXAM AT CIDERCON® 2024! Are you ready to take the next step in your professional development in the cider industry?  If you have already passed the Certified Cider Professional Level 1 Certification and are looking for that next challenge? Now is your chance!  The American Cider Association is pleased to announce…

Cider Is For Everyone Scholarship Application Now Open!

By Woodley Smith | October 18, 2023

The American Cider Association is pleased to announce the continuation of their Cider Is For Everyone Scholarship program for CiderCon® 2024. This scholarship is designed to bring historically marginalized groups to CiderCon® to increase the accessibility of cider education and jump-start the careers and ownership-pathways of these cider professionals. The scholarship package includes: registration to…