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The resource hub is exclusively for ACA members and is filled with items from webinars to white papers to market data reports to help our member cideries thrive today and into the fututre.

Our expert-created cider certification program is designed for distributors, servers, sommeliers and others interested in becoming bonafide experts on all things cider.

CiderCon® is the premier cider conference for industry professionals. It is an opportunity to learn, share, taste and network. Join us in Chicago, Illinois from February 5-7, 2025.

About the American Cider Association

The American Cider Association is an organization of cider and perry producers in the United States. Our mission is to grow a diverse and successful U.S. cider industry by providing valuable information, resources and services to our members and by advocating on their behalf.

Our Members

Cideries

The people pressing apples and fermenting the juice into delicious cider

Orchards

The farmers cultivating apples for our industry

Restaurants & Bars

The specialty establishments offering robust cider offerings

Suppliers

The suppliers supporting US cidermakers with equipment, ingredients and technology

Retailers & Distributors

The shops and wholesalers helping cider reach consumers

Enthusiasts

The die hard cider fans who help us thrive

Member Benefits

Your Voice in DC

The American Cider Association advocates for cider regularly on the national level.

Cider Market Data

Get access to detailed cider market trends and data reports exclusive to American Cider Association members.

CiderCon® Exclusives

CiderCon® is a global cider conference for cider professionals and it's available at a discount to American Cider Association members.

Webinar

Whether you're starting up or ramping up, the American Cider Association has webinars that will help you get the information you need.

Latest News

The American Cider Association Announces Departure of CEO Michelle McGrath After 8 ½ Years of Inspiring Leadership

Portland, OR–Longtime American Cider Association CEO Michelle McGrath will depart her role at the end of 2024. This change comes…

Join the American Cider Association as Our Next Visionary CEO!

Are you a dynamic leader looking to dive into the hard cider industry to fight for cider’s rightful place in…

Cider Judges Reflect on Historic GABF Competition

The American Cider Association was honored to support the historic inaugural cider competition as part of the Brewers Association’s Great…

Guest Blog: Regional Cider Sales Across the U.S. Are Up

With cider production up in over 30 states, is the beverage finally shedding its “fall-drink-only” status? When rosé burst into…

Upcoming Events

Science, Practice & Quality-Assured Cider & Perry Production
(Presented by the Cider Institute of North America)
December 9 - 13, 2024
Mount Vernon, WA

Certified Cider Guide Workshop
January 30, 2025
London, England

Certified Pommelier Exam at CiderCon® 2025
February 5, 2024 - 8:30 AM Central
Chicago, Illinois

CiderCon® 2025
Chicago, Illinois
February 5-7, 2025

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