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
The 2025 Government Shutdown: What it Means for You
Because Congress has not yet passed a continuing resolution to fund the government, a federal shutdown is now in effect…
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Cider Industry’s Premiere Event Coming to Providence, Rhode Island February 2026
For Immediate Release American Cider Association Monica Cohen, CEO Cider Industry’s Premiere Event Coming to Providence, Rhode Island February 2026…
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Haritz Rodriguez Joins the Certified Cider Professional™ Program as a Licensed Educator in Spain, Portugal, and Mexico.
The American Cider Association (ACA) is proud to announce that Haritz Rodriguez, known across the cider world as @Ciderzale, has…
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ACA Partners with Brock University to Offer Certified Cider Guide™ Workshop in Canada
The American Cider Association (ACA) is thrilled to announce a new collaboration with the Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute…
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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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