Current happenings from across the Northwest Cider industry are here! Review association press releases for an in-depth read of internal news and events.
PORTLAND OREGON (October 2, 2023)– Tasting sessions have long been one of the most popular features of CiderCon®. Attendees can gain a wealth of knowledge while sipping on ciders that delve into the styles, production practices, flavors, and terroir available. Below you will find the CiderCon® 2024 tasting sessions outlined with dates and times as… Read more »
PORTLAND, OREGON (September 29, 2023) – From the mountains to the valleys, from the cities to the farms and rural communities, these CiderCon® 2024 tours will explore the diverse natural beauty, apple growing regions, and cider traditions of the Great Northwest. What to Know Before You Go: One Day Tours Columbia Gorge Cidery & Brewery… Read more »
PORTLAND, OREGON (September 19, 2023) – Fall is here and with the apples being picked all over this fair country, we can’t help but think of all the new ciders that will soon be bubbling away in fermentation vessels! Which also brings to mind the pleasant thought of another CiderCon® in the works! This… Read more »
PORTLAND, OREGON (June 16, 2023)-2023 Northwest Cider Cup winners were announced Thursday evening, at Polaris Hall in Portland, Oregon. Simultaneously, results of this competitive showdown of cider and perry excellence streamed live on Northwest Cider Association’s instagram feed @nwcider. The Portland crowd, a vibrant grouping of nearly 200 makers, industry professionals and cider enthusiasts, donning dress-to-impress… Read more »
MOUNT VERNON, WASHINGTON (January 24, 2023) – The Northwest Cider Association is looking for a positive, hard-working membership coordinator to be the first point of contact between members and our association. The coordinator is responsible for working closely with members, both existing and potential, in order to meet their needs and provide excellent customer service.… Read more »
MOUNT VERNON, WASHINGTON (August 30, 2022) – David Bauermeister, executive director of the Northwest Agriculture Business Center (NABC), has announced his retirement effective September 1, 2022. Bauermeister and his team have grown NABC into a leader in Washington agriculture, making a lasting impact on how farmers access markets. Under his leadership NABC was instrumental in… Read more »
PORTLAND, OREGON (May 27, 2022) Northwest cideries make this the largest competition year ever! The Northwest Cider Association (NWCA) proudly announced the 2022 winners of their annual Portland International Cider Cup (PICC) competition last night at a sold-out awards party, hosted at Swift Cider in NE Portland. NWCA unveiled 57 Gold, Silver and Bronze medal… Read more »
MOUNT VERNON, WASHINGTON (April 11, 2022) The Northwest Cider Association (NWCA), dedicated to connecting cider fans and the Northwest ciders they love, got one employee stronger this month, with the official hire of Jana Daisy-Ensign. Bringing a new full-time employee on board marks a notable growth milestone for the Association and speaks to NWCA’s unwavering… Read more »
PORTLAND, OREGON (November 19, 2021) Northwest cidermakers have been hard at work turning apple juice into liquid gold The Northwest Cider Association(NWCA) proudly announced the 2021 winners of their annual Portland International Cider Cup (PICC) competition last night at a sold-out awards party at Swift Cider in NE Portland. NWCA unveiled 45 medal winning ciders… Read more »
NORTH SAANICH, BRITISH COLUMBIA (May 17, 2021) – The Northwest Cider Association invites British Columbians to explore BC cider by visiting cideries and picking up BC cider at local retailers during BC Cider Week 2021, being held this month from Thursday, May 20 to Sunday, May 30. Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse is one of… Read more »
