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Cider School #4: Tasting Cider Seriously with Meredith Collins (Thurs., April 23, 6 p.m. ET)

By Emily Kovach / April 23, 2020 /

This session of Cider School aims to help people develop their confidence as tasters, particularly when tasting cider. The informal class uses principles from the well-known protocols of coffee cupping and wine tasting to allow anyone to delve into the organoleptic specifics of cider tasting. Approaching a glass of cider seriously means not only drinking…

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First Light cocktail

Learn How to Make a First Light Cocktail with Meredith Collins of Along Came a Cider

By Emily Kovach / April 15, 2020 /

Even if you’re steadily making your way through your home bar cart, we’ll bet you still have some gin squirreled away in the freezer and a few ounces of Aperol or Campari. If so, you’re all set to make a First Light, this refreshing, bright cider cocktail that comes to us from Meredith Collins of…

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Cider and Brunch Pairings

Cider Loves Food: Cider and Brunch Pairings

By Meredith Collins / May 8, 2023 /

In our column, “Cider Loves Food,” contributor Meredith Collins (blogger extraordinaire at Along Came a Cider) is looking at different cuisines and finding the perfect ciders to help take your meals to the next level.  No matter what the weather looks like outside, spring is here (we’re just going to keep saying that until it comes true). One of…

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craft cider with herbs

6 Garden-Fresh Ciders to Try

By Emily Kovach / March 22, 2023 /

For those breezy evenings or sweltering afternoons when you need a little spritz to survive, try one of these garden-fresh ciders! Each one pairs the complex sweetness and telltale tannin of quality cider with herbs, flowers and botanicals to achieve a new level of summery deliciousness. Finnriver Farm & Cidery Honey Meadow Botanical Cider Experience…

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comfort food and cider

Cider Loves Food: Comfort Food and Cider

By Meredith Collins / March 21, 2023 /

In our column, “Cider Loves Food,” contributor Meredith Collins (blogger extraordinaire at Along Came a Cider) is looking at different cuisines and finding the perfect ciders to help take your meals to the next level. Though Spring may technically be here, there are lots of blustery, wet and muddy days still to come. But that isn’t anything to…

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cider and chinese food pairings

Cider Loves Food: American-Chinese Food and Cider

By Meredith Collins / February 3, 2023 /

In our column, “Cider Loves Food,” contributor Meredith Collins (blogger extraordinaire at Along Came a Cider) is looking at different cuisines and finding the perfect ciders to help take your meals to the next level. Before we begin: some context. It may sound curious to use the phrase American-Chinese food for the title of this article. I want…

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cider for holidays meals

Cider Loves Food: Holiday Meals and Winter Feasts

By Meredith Collins / December 22, 2022 /

In our column, “Cider Loves Food,” contributor Meredith Collins (blogger extraordinaire at Along Came a Cider) suggests the perfect ciders to help take your meals to the next level. We are quickly approaching the season of winter holidays. Between now and mid-January, we’ll pass through many celebrations and observations. Whether your favorite tradition consists of a marathon rewatch…

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What It’s Like to Judge a Cider Competition

By Emily Kovach / December 12, 2022 /

In doing your own research into ciders, perhaps you’ve seen little icons or medals alongside a cider’s description, letting you know that it’s been awarded or medaled at a cider competition. If you work in the industry or have been a cider fan for awhile, you’re likely aware of some of the bigger named cider…

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how to pair cider with Thanksgiving

A Dish-by-Dish Cider Pairing Guide for Thanksgiving Dinner

By Meredith Collins / November 15, 2022 /

This Thanksgiving cider-pairing guide by Meredith Collins from the popular blog, Along Came a Cider, is brought to you by the American Cider Association (ACA). So, we’ve finally made our Thanksgiving plans. Whether that involves an intimate gathering or a feast with the whole fam, one thing is for certain: There will be food. And…

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Certified Pommeliers

Eight New Folks Join the Ranks of Certified Pommeliers™

By Emily Kovach / September 19, 2022 /

Back in late July, we sent out congrats to nine new Certified Pommeliers™, and we’re stoked to welcome another cohort of eight new Pommeliers to the crew — just six weeks later! These ambitious cider professionals and enthusiasts gathered on August 18, 2022, at the Angry Orchard Innovation Cider House in Walden, New York, to…

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Cider Loves Food: Fair Treats and Cider

By Meredith Collins / August 26, 2022 /

In our column, “Cider Loves Food,” contributor Meredith Collins (blogger extraordinaire at Along Came a Cider) is looking at different cuisines and finding the perfect ciders to help take your meals to the next level. Late summer is the time for state and county fairs, which take place all over the country! Fairs offer blocks…

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how to pair cider with Thai food

Cider Loves Food: Thai-Food Pairings and Cider

By Meredith Collins / July 12, 2022 /

In our column, “Cider Loves Food,” contributor Meredith Collins (blogger extraordinaire at Along Came a Cider) is looking at different cuisines and finding the perfect ciders to help take your meals to the next level. I’ll never forget falling in love with Thai food. My first experience was eating it with my best friend in…

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