Cider is stronger when we move forward together.
Helping you navigate change, grow your business, and shape the future of cider.
Practical tools and insights designed to help your cidery grow from monthly webinars and industry data to exclusive vendor discounts.
Build credibility and expertise with industry-recognized cider certifications for producers, distributors, and beverage professionals.
Where the cider industry connects, learns, and evolves. Our annual conference brings together producers, buyers, and partners to help shape what’s next.
Our Members - The people behind the cider
Cideries
The producers fermenting juice and crafting cider across the US and the world.
Orchards
The growers supplying the apples at the heart of our industry.
Restaurants & Bars
The partners bringing cider to new audiences.
Suppliers
The businesses providing the tools, ingredients, and expertise behind every pour.
Retailers & Distributors
The network expanding cider’s reach to consumers.
Enthusiasts
The passionate supporters helping drive demand and awareness.
Latest News
ACA Welcomes 15 Certified Pommeliers Following Washington & Minnesota Exams
The American Cider Association is pleased to announce that 15 individuals successfully passed the recent Certified Pommelier exams held in…
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2025 Board Nominations Now Open
Do you have a passion for growing the cider industry? Are you looking to find a platform for your ideas,…
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September 16: Sensory Analysis Workshop at Seattle Cider Co.
Interested in learning how to taste cider like a pro? Join us September 16 from 5:00-7:00 PM Pacific! Tickets available…
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September 25: Certified Cider Guide Workshop & Certification in London, England
The world’s finest cider education programme, the Certified Cider Professional (CCP) Programme, will be back again for another Level 1:…
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Member Benefits -What ACA Membership Delivers
Your Voice in DC
We represent cider at the federal and state level—protecting your business and advancing policies that support industry growth.
Industry Connections and Certifications
Build relationships with producers, buyers, and partners across the country through ACA programs, cider certifications and events.
CiderCon® Access
Connect with the people shaping the cider industry and gain exclusive access and member pricing to the industry’s leading conference.
Monthly Education
Stay competitive with expert-led webinars covering production, sales, compliance, and industry trends.
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.
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