TAKE THE CERTIFIED POMMELIER EXAM AT CIDER WORLD IN FRANKFURT, GERMANY ON APRIL 18, 2026! 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…

Join us at Armageddon Brewing in Somerdale, NJ on March 28th! 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…

This 5-day in-person 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 learning from researchers and cidermakers in Kent, UK. Upon completing the course and passing the qualification exam, participants will earn the Foundation Certificate in Cider & Perry Production,…

Philly Cheese School is excited to team up with Claire Trindle, a seasoned cider aficionado and Pennsylvania’s first female Certified Pommelier, for an epic cider and cheese pairing class! Claire is not just a certified (literally) cider expert – she’s an experienced beverage pro and the mind behind Blind Bear Beverages, where she leads tasting…

Join us at Hardball Cider in Mt. Bethel, PA on February 20! 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…

TAKE THE CERTIFIED POMMELIER EXAM AT CIDERCON® 2026 IN PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD! 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!…

Member Registration Information  Non-Member Registration Information – save money by joining the American Cider Association before registering! Included with your Registration Optional Add-Ons TOURS – Monday, February 2nd Connecticut Cidery Tour – $150 per person 8:30am – 6:15pm Spend the day exploring the rich cider traditions of Connecticut on this exclusive CiderCon tour. You’ll visit four standout…

Join us in the taproom @ Phantom Farms Brewing in Cumberland, RI on Monday February 2nd to kickoff Cidercon 2026! Just a short 20 minutes north of Providence, come and meet Em Sauter, the cartoonist behind Pints and Planels plus Plantom Farms ciders on draft! She will have a merch pop-up, plus pouring 3 ciders…

Philly Cheese School is excited to team up with Claire Trindle, a seasoned cider aficionado and Pennsylvania’s first female Certified Pommelier, for an epic cider and cheese pairing class! Claire is not just a certified (literally) cider expert – she’s an experienced beverage pro and the mind behind Blind Bear Beverages, where she leads tasting…

The world’s finest cider education program, the Certfied Cider Professional (CCP) Program is pleased to partner with The Drinks Trust to host a Level 1: Certified Cider Guide (CCG) workshop in Bedminster, Bristol on January 13, 2026 . Leisurely run over the course of the day, this Level 1 Certified Cider Guide training has been…

Join us at Alchemy Cider in Portland on January 10! 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…

Warm up your winter with Cider & Small Bites: A Cozy January Tasting, hosted by The Laughing Pommelier in collaboration with Cider Vibes. Guests will enjoy a curated lineup of 5 craft hard ciders—ranging from bright and dry to rich and dessert-style—each paired with a chef-crafted small bite designed to enhance and surprise the palate.…

Certified Pommelier™ Sensory Training Workshop at Meriwether Cider in Boise on December 13! 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 competition is an opportunity for amateur cider makers to submit their cider(s) and receive expert commentary from experienced judges. CiderDays Amateur Cider Competition is sanctioned by the AHA/BJCP and open to amateur cidermakers age 21 and older. Information for registration and submission of entries is available on the competition website.

Certified Pommelier™ Sensory Training Workshop at Yonder Cider in Seattle on November 29! Join us at Yonder Cider for a sensory deep dive into the world of cider and learn to taste like a pro! Whether you’re preparing for the Certified Pommelier™ exam or just curious how the pros taste cider, this immersive, hands-on session…

TAKE THE CERTIFIED POMMELIER™ EXAM IN HEREFORD ON NOVEMBER 28th! 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 Cider Association is pleased…

Certified Pommelier™ Sensory Training Workshop in Port Angeles, Washington 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 sip…

City Winery NYC presents NY Cider Festival live on Saturday November 15th at 12:00 PM! Discover something new at the NY Cider Festival NYC, happening this fall on Saturday, November 15th at City Winery. Taste your way through an incredible lineup of ciders made from NY apples — from crisp and refreshing to bold and…

Here’s another reason to drink on a weeknight! Join us for Trivia Night on select Thursdays. Reservations recommended. No cover charge. 21+ to drink. (ID required.) Free to play, fun prizes, drink specials. Outside Food Permitted. No outside alcohol. Come have some fun with your friends or make some new ones here!

Celebrate National Cider Month and join us for an intimate, five-course dinner that pairs our award-winning ciders with seasonal dishes made from locally sourced Northwest ingredients. This family-style meal is designed to highlight the flavors of the season while showcasing the versatility of cider. Ticket price includes: Pairing Menu

Taste Like a Pro Cider Sensory Workshop at Schilling Cider in Portland on October 26! Celebrate National Cider Month with us by diving deep into the world of cider! This special session is the perfect way to honor cider’s diversity and craftsmanship while sharpening your tasting skills. Whether you’re preparing for the Certified Pommelier™ exam…

Grab a glow stick, a cider, and see if you can conquer Samascott’s new 7-acre corn maze in the dark. Find punch points along the way to earn discounts on fresh pours at our outdoor bar. With live music, food trucks, and plenty of cider, this is fall fun at its best. Rain or shine.…

One of our favorite traditions returns for its 10th year! Pick your own apples across Samascott’s 1,000 acres, then raise a glass at our pop-up Nine Pin bar in the middle of the orchard. With food trucks, live music, and endless apple varieties, it’s the perfect fall day.

Certified Pommelier™ Sensory Training Workshop on October 9 at the Museum of Cider 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…

TAKE THE CERTIFIED POMMELIER EXAM IN VIRGINIA ON OCTOBER 6th! 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 Cider Association is pleased…

Join Us for a Level 1 Certified Cider Guide Workshop at Buskey Cider on October 5! The world’s finest cider education program, the Certfied Cider Professional (CCP) Program, will be back again for another Level 1: Certified Cider Guide (CCG) classroom session. Leisurely run over the course of an afternoon, this L1 CCG training has…

Join us as the Vashon community celebrates of all things cider! The day will be filled with cider, music, food and fun activities for all ages. This family-friendly event also includes a fruit pressing with Vashon Island Growers Association and the Vashon Island Fruit Club. https://www.thisisvashon.com/ciderfest 10 am – 3 pm – Fresh Cider Pressing…

Spring Hill Cider Works located at The Winery at Spring Hill in Geneva, Ohio will be holding our annual Ciderfest! Sampling available on all of our Spring Hill ciders plus guest ciders as well. Food trucks and specials, live music, and cider education.

Ride the rails into autumn! Join us for a 90-minute scenic train ride through the Southern Adirondacks as the sun sets over the mountains. Your ticket includes a crisp 12oz Nine Pin cider (or non-alcoholic option) to sip while you soak in the foliage. A one-of-a-kind fall adventure (21+). Seats are limited.

Explore our 10-acre corn maze to find the 4 glow stations. Collect your glow item to exchange for your flight of wine or cider. Live music, fire pit and s’mores.

Here’s another reason to drink on a weeknight! Join us for Trivia Night on select Thursdays. Reservations recommended. No cover charge. 21+ to drink. (ID required.) Free to play, fun prizes, drink specials. Outside Food Permitted. No outside alcohol. Come have some fun with your friends or make some new ones here!

It’s 5:00 somewhere! Hop on our South River Cider Run—an 8-mile rail bike ride along the Hudson River and through Adirondack forests. Enjoy views of mossy outcroppings, a beaver meadow perfect for birding, and Gore Mountain glowing in late-day light. Every rider’s seat includes a chilled Nine Pin Signature Cider (alcoholic or non-alcoholic). Before or…

    Join us in Melbourne on in September! The world’s finest cider education programme, the Certified Cider Professional (CCP) Programme, will be at Flying Brick Cider Co., located in Wallington, Victoria, Australia for a Level 1: Certified Cider Guide (CCG) classroom session on Wednesday 17 September. Leisurely run over the course of a day,…

Join us in Sydney, Australia on September 15! The world’s finest cider education programme, the Certified Cider Professional (CCP) Programme, will be in Australia for two Level 1: Certified Cider Guide (CCG) classroom sessions! The first will take place at the Ultimo in Sydney on Monday 15 September. Leisurely run over the course of a…

It’s 5:00 somewhere! Hop on our South River Cider Run—an 8-mile rail bike ride along the Hudson River and through Adirondack forests. Enjoy views of mossy outcroppings, a beaver meadow perfect for birding, and Gore Mountain glowing in late-day light. Every rider’s seat includes a chilled Nine Pin Signature Cider (alcoholic or non-alcoholic). Before or…

Tickets on Sale Now! Saturday, September 13, 2025 | Radio Social, Rochester, NY Rochester’s favorite cider celebration is back for its second year, and it’s bigger and better than ever! Join us for an afternoon of New York’s finest craft cider, live music, food trucks, and an optional cider and food pairing experience. Today is…

Join us for our 14th annual festival! As always, we’ll have nearly 150 selections from 40+ vendors. Features include a Heritage Cider Pavilion, cider cocktails and fruit spirits, mead and QR code voting for your favorite fruit cider! Small bites available onsite for sampling and purchase. Head to our site for all the info on…

It’s 5:00 somewhere! Hop on our South River Cider Run—an 8-mile rail bike ride along the Hudson River and through Adirondack forests. Enjoy views of mossy outcroppings, a beaver meadow perfect for birding, and Gore Mountain glowing in late-day light. Every rider’s seat includes a chilled Nine Pin Signature Cider (alcoholic or non-alcoholic). Before or…

Mark your calendars….Jam For The Parks is back on September 6th, 2025! Join us to celebrate our 2nd annual Jam for the Parks event in collaboration with Vermont Parks Forever, benefiting Vermont State Parks! This year’s event will take place at the Waterbury Center State Park, located on the beautiful Waterbury Reservoir.  A portion of proceeds…

THIS IS FOR HOME/AMATEUR CIDER (& MEAD) MAKERS ONLY, NO PROFESSIONAL CIDERS (or MEADS) ACCEPTED IN THE COMPETITION: Each entry will consist of two 10 to 12 ounce capped bottles void of all identifying information (raised lettering on re-used commercial beer bottles is OK). Printed caps are allowed, but must be blacked out completely. Cans…

Join Certified Pommelier David Lugo for a one-of-a-kind five-course tasting experience. Immerse yourself into an evening of sensory delight. Expertly curated ciders and small bites intermingle with each course. Certified by the American Cider Association and known for his deep-rooted knowledge and passion for cider, David will guide you through the art of tasting –…

Here’s another reason to drink on a weeknight! Join us for Trivia Night on select Thursdays. Reservations recommended. No cover charge. 21+ to drink. (ID required.) Free to play, fun prizes, drink specials. Outside Food Permitted. No outside alcohol. Come have some fun with your friends or make some new ones here!

This 12-week online course offered by the Cider Institute provides 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. The course will run Aug 28-Sep 13 with synchronous zoom sessions every Thursday at 9am PT…

Join us for the 7th Annual Central Coast Cider Festival—California’s premier celebration of craft cider take place on Saturday, August 23rd at the historic Atascadero Sunken Gardens. This year, we’re bringing together nearly 30 of the state’s finest cider producers for an afternoon of bold flavors, community spirit, and orchard-to-glass storytelling. Surrounded by the beauty…

Join us for an unforgettable sushi making experience with The Sushi Class, where the pros will guide you through the process of creating your favorite sushi masterpiece! Each ticket includes (1) alcoholic beverage.

This is a fun Summer Festival event! We are painting sunflower Solar Lanterns. Each ticket includes a 12 oz cider. There will a single prize of a set of Stemless Sunflower Wine Glasses for the painter with the best “sunflower” themed attire. This event is expected to sell out quickly so grab your spot, we…

Admission includes access to our farm, one flower bucket to fill with flowers, a hayride, and (1) alcoholic beverage. Flower picking options include sunflowers, zinnias, and wildflowers.

Can’t make our Music BLINGO on Sundays? Join us on Thursday, August 7 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm for BLINGO. Part trivia, part BINGO! Use your music knowledge to guess the song, and if it’s on your BLINGO card, mark it down. Winners will get prizes. Join us at any time throughout the three hours…

Join us every first and third Tuesday of the month from 6:00 – 8:00 pm for Nine PINGO! Enjoy a cider while we host this classic game with a Nine Pin theme – with a chance to win some amazing prizes of course! There’s a twist though – to claim your prize, you must complete…

Stop by the tasting room on the first Saturday of every month from 8:00 – 10:00 pm for live music from local musicians!

Here’s another reason to drink on a weeknight! Join us for Trivia Night on select Thursdays. Reservations recommended. No cover charge. 21+ to drink. (ID required.) Free to play, fun prizes, drink specials. Outside food permitted. No outside alcohol. Come have some fun with your friends or make some new ones here!

We are teaming up with Yogini to bring you some bends and bevies, fun and fermentation, and laughter and libations in this Pours & Poses yoga class! This Vinyasa-style class will finish with a 12oz cider included with each ticket. Open to all levels. Please bring your own mat, any desired props, and maybe even…

Join us and Wild Boots Line Dancing for a beginner-friendly line dance lesson on July 25! Each ticket comes with a 12 oz cider. *This class is 16+. Those under 21 will receive a non-alcoholic beverage in place of the cider.

On the fourth Thursday of every month we will be hosting Drag Me to Nine Pin – a rotating drag event with the beautiful host, Typhoid Mary! Entry is free.

Join us for themed trivia night every fourth Tuesday of the month! Sign-ups start at 6:00 pm and trivia begins promptly at 6:30 pm. Each month will have a different theme – come out and test your knowledge on your favorite topics! Prizes include cider flights and other great Nine Pin items. Entry is free.

Join us for Music BLINGO every third Sunday of the month from 12:00 – 3:00 pm! Part trivia, part BINGO! Use your music knowledge to guess the song, and if it’s on your BLINGO card, mark it down. Winners will get prizes! Join us at any time throughout the three hours to play! Entry is…

Join us for a pickling workshop collaboration with Sour Bellies! Ticket includes all supplies, instructions, and ingredients to make (1) jar of pickles.

Ticket includes access to the Pickle Festival and (1) alcoholic beverage. We will have pickle hard cider, pickle foods, pickle samples, pickle merch, a pickle toss, pickle sales, and live music.

Come get a permanent bracelet from Lakuna Links on July 18 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm!

Too many books at home? Bring the books you want to re-home to Nine Pin on July 17 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm for a book swap and meetup! With a purchase, you’ll be able to enter the event and swap as much as you want with the other attendees or bring your current read…

Join us every first and third Tuesday of the month from 6:00 – 8:00 pm for Nine PINGO! Enjoy a cider while we host this classic game with a Nine Pin theme – with a chance to win some amazing prizes of course! There’s a twist though – to claim your prize, you must complete…

Join us in Chester, England on July 15th for a Level 1 Certified Cider Guide Workshop & Certification! 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 in Chester, England. Leisurely run over the course of a day,…

Calling all plant lovers! We’re hosting a Terrarium Workshop with Smooth as Glass Designs and you won’t want to miss this. Create your own one-of-a-kind half gallon lidded jar terrarium with succulents and moss from Stony Hill Gardens greenhouse and enjoy a glass of Rebel Sheep wine while you work.

Come to Nine Pin on July 11 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm for a pop-up from the mobile bookstore, Butterfly Nook 518. They will bring a selection of new and previously loved books.

Interested in learning glassblowing? Join the The Studio for Art and Craft at Nine Pin on July 10 from 6:00 – 7:00 pm to learn how! The creators will show you the process of blowing glass ornaments and then they will coach you as you make your very own! Price ($59 for 2 ornaments, $75…

It’s back and better than ever, our Lavender Festival! This year we’ll have pick-your-own lavender, lavender hard cider, and lavender ice cream to enjoy! Get ready to spend a dreamy day at our farm and winery. Admission includes your choice of PYO lavender or PYO berries. Ages 2 and under are free.

Ticket includes all supplies needed for pouring 2 lavender-scented mason jar candles, (1) glass of cider, and (1) bunch of pick-your-own lavender.

Here’s another reason to drink on a weeknight! Join us for Trivia Night on select Thursdays. Reservations recommended. No cover charge. 21+ to drink. (ID required.) Free to play, fun prizes, drink specials. Outside Food Permitted. No outside alcohol. Come have some fun with your friends or make some new ones here!

Ticket includes (1) alcoholic beverage or mocktail. Join us for this ethereal experience complete with fairy hair, flower crowns, whimsy vendors, a bonfire, and live music.

The historic South Mountain Fruit Belt will once again play host to PA Cider Fest, one of the country’s premier cider festivals. And along with it comes all the things you loved about the previous festivals! Fabulous ciders from urban cideries and orchard-based cideries alike will be featured; approximately 100 to choose from! The VIP…

TAKE THE CERTIFIED POMMELIER EXAM IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA ON MAY 21! 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 Cider Association…

Cider & Charcuterie Pairing Workshop: A Flavor Adventure! Join us for a mouthwatering journey into the art of cider and charcuterie pairing on May 20 at Benny Boy Brewing in Los Angeles, California from 4:00 – 6:00 PM! Whether you’re a cider enthusiast, a foodie, or just looking for a fun night out, this hands-on…

The Wild Cider Cup: A Conservancy Competition is celebrating wild cider and local conservancies! You may recognize the cider name W.A.R.P., which we have partnered with the Hudson Taconic Lands (formerly the Rensselear Plateau Alliance) on for quite a few years now. We have expanded this program to now include Hudson Taconic Lands, Saratoga PLAN,…

Join us and Wild Boots Line Dancing for a beginner-friendly line dance lesson on May 16! Each ticket comes with a 12 oz cider. *This class is 16+. Those under 21 will receive a non-alcoholic beverage in place of the cider.

Too many books at home? Bring the books you want to re-home to Nine Pin for a book swap and meetup on May 15 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm! With a purchase, you’ll be able to enter the event and swap as much as you want with the other attendees or bring your current read…

TAKE THE CERTIFIED POMMELIER EXAM IN MICHIGAN ON MAY 14! 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 Cider Association is pleased…

The world’s finest cider education programme, the Certified Cider Professional (CCP) Programme, will be back again for another Level 1: Certified Cider Guide (CCG) classroom session and exam in the heart of London on 8th May 2025. Leisurely run over the course of a day, this L1 CCG training has been developed specifically for those…

Join Thoughtful Gardner at Nine Pin for a memorable night of candle pouring and cider sipping. The workshop is an immersive, hands-on crafting experience. Each participant will pour into a hand crafted wooden New York State shaped bowl. Each bowl will have 4 wicks which you will learn how to place. You will choose a…

Books & Booze – an amazing combination! Come on down to Nine Pin on May 2 from 6:00 – 10:00 pm for a book pop-up from Chatham Bookstore. They are gearing us up for summer with the best beach, outdoor living, and romance books. This event is free to enter and enjoy! Plus, we will…

TAKE THE CERTIFIED POMMELIER EXAM AT CIDERWORLD IN FRANKFURT, GERMANY ON APRIL 26! 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 Cider…

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…

Come by the cidery on April 20 for a Cousins Maine Lobster Pop-Up! Try delicious lobster treats, like lobster quesadillas, lobster bisque, and lobster tots!

Come out to our tenth annual Warehouse District Clean Up on Saturday, April 19! Join us at 929 Broadway at 9:00 am to clean up Albany’s Warehouse District in honor of Earth Day! We will meet in front of the tasting room to pick up gear (provided by City of Albany Department of General Services)…

Our popular Plant Swap is back! Come by with your propagated plant clippings on Thursday, April 17 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm to swap with other plant lovers! We will have plastic cups to transport your new plant friends home, but please bring your clippings to Nine Pin in water or wet paper towels to…

Tis the season for home and garden pottery, including some new pieces. Join The Studio for Art and Craft at Nine Pin for a stonewear class. Why stoneware? It’s super durable – you can bake in it, use it in the microwave and even put it in the dishwasher. And the colors and patterns you…

December 30th, 2020   3:30 – 5:30 PST The Certified Pommelier™ exam is a rigorous test of a beverage professional’s cider knowledge, including one’s abliity to taste and evaluate an apple-driven cider. This workshop is an opportunity for students to practice using the formualted evaluation schema used in the Certified Pommelier™ tasting exam. Workshop registrants will…