Portland, Oregon – The Pacific Northwest’s premier cider competition is back with a new name – “NW Cider Cup,” formerly the Portland International Cider Cup – and new categories, just in time to celebrate 10 years in a rapidly growing industry. “Our region’s cider industry is evolving and so are we,” says Emily Ritchie, Executive […]
CLACKAMAS, Oregon – Portland Cider Company is elevating its Abbey Apple Cider beyond its humble taproom-only origins into cans. This small-batch series release was an immediate favorite of pub regulars when a limited quantity was made in 2021, prompting its wider release. In Abbey Apple, Northwest apples are fermented with Belgian Trappist ale yeast, resulting […]
Corvallis, Oregon – Expanding into a new and fast-growing beverage category, 2 Towns Ciderhouse unleashes TeaREX Killer TeaTM, a premium hard tea brand focused on Jurassic-sized flavor, high-quality ingredients, and a roarsome 8% ABV. TeaREX Killer Tea is the latest innovation under the 2 Towns total beverage umbrella and, along with its flagship 2 Towns […]
The American Cider Association is thrilled to announce that twenty people have newly earned the title of Certified Pommelier™ as a result of the exam held at CiderCon® 2023 in Chicago, Illinois last month. It is the largest passing cohort of any Certified Pommelier™ exam to date. The new Certified Pommeliers™ are: Ann Marie Thornton […]
CLACKAMAS, Oregon – Portland Cider Company is beginning the new year with a bright, sunny new seasonal cider: Mango Mimosa. This fruit-forward cider pairs Northwest apples with ripe mangos and a bright splash of citrus for a trip to the tropics. “Mango Mimosa captures the essence of summer in a can,” said Helen Lewis, marketing […]
The Rise, Fall, And Rise Again Of Hard Apple Cider In America(September 12) – When the pilgrims first arrived in America, edible pomes probably weren’t even indigenous to New England. In case you’re unfamiliar, the term “pome” encompasses the family of fruits that includes apples, pears, loquats, medlars, and quinces — and the country’s first foodies […]
CLACKAMAS, Orgon – As the days grow colder and the nights grow longer, Portland Cider Company is pouring liquid sunshine on the wintry Pacific Northwest weather with its refreshing, limited-run Lemon Drop Cider. Sweet-tart Meyer lemons provide a balanced citrus flavor, which is enhanced by delicate notes of cider-steeped elderflower, adding complexity. The cider is […]
WALDEN, New York – Angry Orchard, the nation’s leading cider maker, announced the launch of Angry Orchard Hardcore Dark Cherry Apple Imperial Hard Cider. Imperial higher ABV options are driving growth across beer, FMB and cider categories, so Angry Orchard’s newest innovation marks the brand’s first nationally available 8% ABV cider. Made with traditional bittersweet […]
LAFAYETTE, Colorado – Giddyup! In just five months since Stem Ciders acquired Howdy Beer, the two brands have been busy working on growing wider national distribution. Today, Stem Ciders and Howdy are excited to share even more exciting news, which seeks to open the next great frontier for both brands. After nearly 10 years at […]
Bishop Cider, a Dallas-based hard cider manufacturer, opened the newest location of their Cidercade entertainment venue in Fort Worth, TX on August 23, 2022 at 5pm. Cidercade has dozens of taps of Bishop Cider, serves artisanal food, and offers an “entertainment buffet” where patrons pay a nominal admission fee, and all games and activities are […]
