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
May 13: 2024 Annual Membership Meeting
We’re thrilled to invite you to join us on Monday, May 13, 2024 at 12:00 PM Pacific on Zoom for…
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Government Affairs Update: ACA Lauds the CHEERS Act to Support Bars, Restaurants and Venues with Draft Systems
On March 11, U.S. Representatives Darin LaHood (R-IL-16) and Steven Horsford (D-NV-04) introduced the Creating Hospitality Economic Enhancement for Restaurants…
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Apples of Our Eye: Honoring Women’s Contributions to Cider
Happy International Women’s Day! Today, we’re celebrating the incredible women making waves in the cider industry every day! From orchardists…
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Open That Cider Bottle Winners
We had so much fun with Open That Cider Bottle this year and we can tell everyone else did too!…
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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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