This 12-week online course offers a comprehensive introduction to cider and perry production. Participants will learn the essential skills and knowledge needed to create high-quality products, while connecting with fellow producers and cider experts. Upon completing the course and passing the qualification exam, participants will earn the Foundation Certificate in Cider & Perry Production, a…

Join Us for a Level 1 Certified Cider Guide™ Certification and Sensory Workshop at Bauman's on Oak on April 27th! The American Cider Association is so excited to collaborate with Bauman's On Oak to host this Certified Cider Guide™ in-person certification workshop and tasting experience. This workshop is open to all and is the first level of…

Join Us for a Level 1 Certified Cider Guide™ Certification and Sensory Workshop at Bauman's on Oak on April 27th! The American Cider Association is so excited to collaborate with Bauman's On Oak to host this Certified Cider Guide™ in-person certification workshop and tasting experience. This workshop is open to all and is the first level of…

This immersive 5-day course offers hands-on learning in cider and perry production covering fermentation, maturation, and quality assurance. Participants will explore cider science, gain practical cidery skills, and apply quality control methods. By the end, they’ll have both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in quality cidermaking.

Cider Week New York, established in 2010, is the nation’s largest statewide hard cider celebration, drawing thousands of consumers and industry professionals annually. With hundreds of events across the state, it showcases New York’s thriving cider industry—home to over 95 active cideries and the country’s second-largest apple-producing region. The event engages a broad audience through…

A Double Blind Judged Cider Competition run by The Raise A Glass Foundation, raiseaglassfoundation.com

Join us at Parallel 49 Brewing on May 7th, 2026! Join us for a sensory deep dive into the world of cider and learn to taste cider like a pro! Whether you're preparing for the Certified Pommelier™ exam or just curious how pros taste cider,  this immersive, hands-on session will give you the tools to…

City Fruit’s annual cider festival & fundraiser. Celebrates is an evening filled with local cider, an abundant spread of thoughtfully prepared small bites, live music, a silent auction with fun items and experiences to bid on, and a short program with an invitation to support City Fruit’s work. Featured cideries include Greenwood Cider, Finnriver, Madrone…

TAKE THE CERTIFIED POMMELIER EXAM AT GLINTCAP IN Grand Rapids Michigan on May 13th! Are you ready to take the next step in your professional development in the cider industry? If you have already passed the Level 1 Certified Cider Guide™ exam and are looking for that next challenge? Now is your chance! The American…

Join us at the cidery for a fun filled afternoon tasting all of the new cider vintages from the 2025 harvest. We will be releasing all of the year’s reserve ciders the weekend of May 30, 31, ahead of World Cider Day. This year promises to be the best yet, with options to purchase cidery…

This 3-day in-person course covers the fundamentals of lab analysis, the role of analytical testing in production, various testing methods, and how to assess result accuracy. With an emphasis on practical lab work, it equips producers with the skills to test common chemical parameters in cider and perry.

This 2-day course is designed for cider producers and focuses on the theory and hands-on practice of sensory analysis. It provides in-depth training on the role and principles of sensory testing in cider and perry production, planning and executing sensory assessments, identifying attributes and flaws, and developing comprehensive flavor profiles for cider and perry.