Northwest Cider Association

We’re thrilled to see so many from the NW Cider industry honored in Sip Magazine's 2024 NW SIPfluencers issue. This group of 38 visionaries—trailblazers, changemakers, innovators, disruptors, educators, and industry champions—are recognized for reshaping the beverage industry with creativity, innovation, and a deep-rooted respect for the land. A special shoutout to our very own Executive Director, Emily Ritchie, and our Marketing Director, Jana Daisy-Ensign, for receiving this recognition. Congratulations to all of the featured NW cider influencers: Caitlin Braam, Yonder Cider & The Source Cider Matt Swihart, Double Mountain Brewery & Cidery Peter Ringsrund, Snowdrift Cider Co. Christine Walter, Bauman's Cider Ava Davis, PNW Cider Girl Ezra Johnson-Greenough, New School Beer + Cider Read the full feature and discover their inspiring stories here: https://lnkd.in/gwFMMVdf 🍎✨ #SIPfluencers2024 #nwcider #northwestcider #oregoncider #washingtoncider #sipmagazine

Have you heard the latest cider news? Oregon cider made history at the 2024 Great American Beer Festival! 🍻 For the first time ever, cider was officially included in the competition—and Oregon cider reigned victorious. MCMENAMIN'S BREW PUBS, INC. Edgefield Cider took home gold for their Blackberry Cider, and 2 Towns Ciderhouse made history as the first-ever GABF Cidermaker of the Year! With six medals heading to the Pacific Northwest, NW cider is gaining recognition in the craft beverage world. "Just this year 2 Towns Ciderhouse surpassed all craft breweries in the state in terms dollar sales to grocery stores according to IRI data for the four weeks ending September 22, 2024. Based on that metric, this is the first known example in the country when a cider tops the entire craft beverage sector." With cider sales surging while craft beer faces a decline, it’s clear these two industries have something to offer each other. Read the full piece by Ezra Johnson-Greenough of New School Beer Cider here: https://lnkd.in/gwFMMVdf Photos: New School Beer Cider #nwcider #northwestcider #ciderhistory #ciderexcellence #oregoncider #2townscider

Join a dozen NW cideries for City Fruit Celebrates Gala, City Fruit's annual fall fundraiser tomorrow (Thursday, Oct 24) at the Center for Urban Horticulture. The evening will feature cider tastings from local cideries, delectable appetizers (vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available), desserts, live music, and an auction. Last year, the Gala raised $22,000 to support the sustainability of City Fruit's programs and their ability to reduce food insecurity and food waste within their community. Help us celebrate the harvest season and honor the volunteers, donors, and partners that make City Fruit’s mission possible. Don't forget to grab your tickets TODAY https://ow.ly/g4q150TRRQo! 🎟️ Participating Cideries: Alma Cider, Barmann Cellars, BAUMAN'S CIDER COMPANY LLC, Empyrical Cider, Finnriver Farm & Cidery, GREENWOOD CIDER CO LLC, Locust Cider, Offset Ciderworks, Pinball Cider, REPUBLIC of CIDER, SEATTLE CIDER COMPANY, LLC, Slightly Furry, Snowdrift Cider #nwcider #washingtoncider #northwestcider #cityfruitseattle #cityfruitcelebrates #cityfruitfundraiser

Can brewpubs and tasting rooms become the new gathering places for community? As traditional spaces like churches fade, more people are finding connection and shared humanity in these welcoming places. In the Pacific Northwest, cideries are showing up in innovative ways: 🍎Kristof Farms LLC hosts virtual 'Cider & Conversation' sessions and book clubs, fostering community around thoughtful dialogue. 🌳SEATTLE CIDER COMPANY, LLC partners with City Fruit Seattle to upcycle local apples that would have gone to waste into a community cider, with profits going to local charities. From conversations to fundraisers, these cideries are focused on more than just drinks—they’re creating a sense of belonging. Read the full article by Becky Garrison here: https://lnkd.in/gwFMMVdf #cidercommunity #ciderculture #nwcider #northwestcider #oregoncider #washingtoncider #communitycider

Happy National Apple Day! 🍎 Today we spent the day pressing pressing Airlie Red (aka Mountain Rose) apples among great company at Rainshine Family Farm in Kings Valley, OR. With thousands of named varieties of apples, every sip of cider tells a unique story. Today we're raising a glass to this magnificent fruit and the talented cidermakers that craft magic right here in the Northwest. We look forward to tasting the amazing ciders created from this year's harvest. #nationalappleday #nwcider #northwestcider #mountainrose #airliered #ciderseason #redfleshedapples #appleharvest #applepressing #appleday

Heading to CiderCon® 2025? Our very own marketing director, Jana Daisy-Ensign, will join a stellar panel featuring industry leaders like Striker Reese (Roots Fund), Em Sauter (Pints and Panels), and Aneel de Albuquerque (Charleston Wine + Food Festival) for a session titled “Buzz vs. Brains: Can Education Boost Cider Sales?” The panel will dive into the ongoing debate between entertainment and education in the beverage industry. Are today’s consumers, especially younger ones, gravitating more towards immersive, fun experiences, or does educational content still hold significant value?🥂🍎 With the rise of non-alcoholic options and a focus on health trends, education advocates argue that maintaining consumer engagement is more important than ever. To register for CiderCon® 2025, visit: https://lnkd.in/gKEBikZi #cidercon #cidersales #boostsales #marketingcider #nwcider #northwestcider

Craving the perfect fall adventure? Sip your way through BC's cideries! Pumpkin patches, farm stands, and cozy fall vibes—make your autumn even better with a stop at one of BC’s cideries. From the orchards in the Okanagan to family-owned farms on Vancouver Island, BC is home to over 100 cideries filled with flavors waiting to be explored. Start planning your cider road trip now! 👉 Use our interactive cidery map (www.nwcider.com/map) to plan your route and uncover hidden gems across BC and the Pacific Northwest. Or check out Allison Markin's top picks in her latest piece for Castanet Media here: https://lnkd.in/gwFMMVdf 🍎🍐 Photos: 1 Fraser Valley Cider Company, 2 Seacider, 3-5 Taves Estate Cidery, 6 Victoria Cider Co #bccider #ciderroadtrip #nwcider #northwestcider #explorebc

We're excited and honored to receive two new Specialty Crop Grants that begin this month. These two year grants were awarded through from the Oregon and Washington Departments of Agriculture, to support increased demand for Pacific Northwest regional cider. Both projects are informed by NWCA’s consumer market research and include a focus on getting more cider placed via culinary routes. 🍎 The 2024 Oregon Department of Agriculture grant objective is to enhance the competitiveness of the Oregon cider industry by expanding the existing 2025 and 2026 NW Cider Symposiums and panels to include Oregon-specific content and support for travel for Oregon attendees. Additionally we’ll include culinary content at the conference and create and disseminate content on Oregon-specific research, regulatory compliance, tourism, and collective marketing and sales. 🍏 The 2024 Washington State Department of Agriculture grant objectives are to increase culinary professionals’ and consumers’ awareness of, preferences for, and purchase of Washington craft cider and cider made with Washington apples.The main goal is to organize two impactful events that target upscale on-premise culinary professionals. The first will be for trade only, where attendees will get the tools and knowledge they need to pair and market cider with food to their customers. Secondly, we’ll organize a cider festival, working with Culinary Breeding Network (famed for making waves for the cult bitter vegetable, radicchio) to target noteworthy chefs and influential consumers. We will build on the trade education event, getting chefs to pair cider with cult underdog veggies such as radicchio, encouraging them to place cider on their menus too. Join us at the Sagra del Radicchio in Portland on December 8 for a preview—where cider and chicories come together for a culinary experience unlike any other! The Sagra is not just about celebrating Italian chicories; it’s a journey into the world of underdog crops. Farmers, chefs, and cidermakers will share dishes, drinks, and stories at over 40 tables. Get tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gRzcZYKu #northwestcider #ciderculture #specialtycropgrants #oregoncider #WashingtonCider #sagradelradicchio #bitterisbetter

Join 2 Towns Ciderhouse for their 14th annual Harvest Party this Saturday, October 19th! Enjoy 25+ craft beverages on tap, including ciders, Craftwell Cocktails, and 2Towns non-alcoholic Sidekick offerings. Don't miss live music, a pumpkin bar, cidery tours, Cosmic Crisp Apple hot air balloon, games, food trucks, and much more! 🎶🎃🍎 All net proceeds go to Cornerstone Community Housing. Get tickets here: https://ow.ly/OBVR50TN716 #2townsharvestparty #nwcider #oregoncider #ciderfestival #oregonciderfestival

Huge congratulations to 2 Towns Ciderhouse, for an incredible showing at the 2024 Great American Beer Festival, tying for the most medals of any brewery or cidery AND winning their first-ever Cidermaker of the Year Award! 🏆🍏 The celebration doesn't stop there—Alpenfire Cider and McMenamins Pubs & Breweries Edgefield Cider also brought home medals from the competition. The GABF Competition, which began in 1987, has grown into one of the world's largest beer competitions, and we're thrilled to see cider officially join the ranks, thanks to a partnership with the American Cider Association. Cheers to this year's winners!🥂 See the full list here: https://lnkd.in/gwFMMVdf 📸: © Brewers Association #nwcider #oregoncider #washingtoncider #ciderexcellence #ciderawards #northwestcider