July 9th, 2026 4pm PST Perry in Practice: Process, Flavor, and Craft Curious about Perry? Join us for an exploration of one of the world’s most fascinating fermented beverages. Learn how perry is made, discover the unique characteristics of perry pears and orchards, develop your tasting skills through a guided evaluation, and explore food pairing…

Join us at Big Rock Brewery on Aug 30th, 2026! A new workshop for judges at the Canadian Beer Cup has just dropped! Join us for a sensory deep dive into the world of cider and learn to taste cider through the lens of a Certified Cider Professional™. This immersive, hands-on session will give you…

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 to announce that for the first time, a Certified Pommelier™ Exam will be held in Sydney, Australia, at Sydney Cidery. The exam will take place on…

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.