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
2024 Apple Crop Outlook
We reached out to experts in apple growing to get a look at the 2024 Apple Crop Outlook. Check out…
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Help Shape the Future of Cider: Take the 2023 ACA Cider Production Survey
At the American Cider Association we work hard to support cider and cidermakers across the United States every day of…
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ACA Announces Continuation of Cider Is For Everyone Scholarship for CiderCon® 2025
The American Cider Association is pleased to share that their Cider Is For Everyone Scholarship program will continue for CiderCon®…
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August 18: Sensory Analysis Workshop at Minneapolis Cider Co.
Interested in learning how to taste cider like a pro? The American Cider Association is pleased to announce that we…
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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.
Upcoming Events
L1 Certified Cider Guide™ Certification Workshop
April 27, 2026
Portland, OR
Taste Like a Pro Cider Sensory Workshop at Parallel 49 Brewing
May 7th, 2026
Vancouver, BC
Certified Pommelier™ Exam at Bauman's On Oak
August 30th, 2026
Portland, OR
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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