The voice of the U.S. cider industry.

This members-only benefit is the go-to spot for everything from webinars and white papers to market insights—all designed to help your cidery grow, compete, and thrive now and in the years ahead.

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 Providence, Rhode Island February 2-5, 2026.

Latest News

ACA Welcomes 12 New Certified Pommeliers™ After October Exams

The American Cider Association is proud to announce that twelve individuals successfully passed the Certified Pommelier™ examination in October 2023.…

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Check Out the Fun to be Had at the CiderCon® 2024 Trade Show!

The CiderCon® 2024 Trade Show, sponsored by FruitSmart is set to be the best yet! With over 100 vendors already…

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Now Accepting Nominations for ACA Board of Directors

Do you have a passion for growing the cider industry? Are you looking to find a platform for your ideas,…

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Cider Is For Everyone Scholarship Application Now Open!

The American Cider Association is pleased to announce the continuation of their Cider Is For Everyone Scholarship program for CiderCon®…

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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.

Upcoming Events

Technical Skills Share Series with the Cider Institute
Monthly until December 2025
Online

Cider and Perry Production - Foundation from the Cider Institute
August 28, 2025 - November 13, 2025
Online

Level 1 Certified Cider Guide Workshop
October 5, 2025
Richmond, Virginia

Certified Pommelier Exam at Potter's Craft Cider
October 6, 2025
Charlottesville, Virginia

CiderCon® 2026
February 2-5, 2026
Providence, Rhode Island

Certified Pommelier Exam at CiderCon® 2026
February 3, 2026
Providence, Rhode Island

Online GMP Courses for Employees & Owners/Operators from the Cider Institute
Rolling & self-directed
Online

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