Posts by Emily Kovach
7 Reasons to Register for CiderCon 2020 ASAP
CiderCon 2020 is coming up quickly, and if you haven’t gotten the chance to register, now is the time! This year, the premier cider conference is being held in Oakland, California, January 28 to January 31 at the Oakland Marriott. If you’ve been to CiderCon in the past, you don’t need us to tell you…
Read More6 Ciders to Drink in January 2020
The New Year is as good a time as any to get out of your routines (read: ruts) and explore more of what the world has to offer. Even if you’re not the resolutions type, we’ll bet you’re feeling, at least, a tiny itch for something new. Why not shake up your cider preferences and…
Read MoreSave the Date for the Northeastern Cider Conference (March 24–26)
A brand new conference is coming to New York State in March 2020: The Northeastern Cider Conference. It will be held from March 24 to 26 in Albany, New York, and will bring together producers and cider makers from across the region for a series of workshops and the chance to build networks and share…
Read MoreUSACM Changes Name to American Cider Association and Shares 2020 Plans
Big news in the cider world: After eight years, the United States Association of Cider Makers has officially updated its brand, with a more direct name — the American Cider Association — and a snappy new logo, created by graphic designer Randi Karabin of SIP Publishing. The fresh look and shortened name better align…
Read MoreThis Year, Toast at Midnight with Sparkling Cider
It’s almost time again for one of the most fun nights of the year (or so we always hope): New Year’s Eve! After an evening of revelry — if you make it ‘til midnight — whether you’re at an intimate party or a huge bash, there will inevitably be a toast as the ball drops.…
Read MoreGift it Up: The 2019 Cider Culture Gift Guide
Gift-giving season is upon us! If you are an adult human, you probably have to get a bunch of gifts for friends and family, and sometimes that can feel overwhelming. It’s kind of a bummer, isn’t it? The act of giving a gift should make both parties feel “warm and fuzzy,” but the endeavor of…
Read MoreCheers to Winter Parties with Woodchuck Sangria, Bubbly Pearsecco and Bubbly Rosé
The cold-weather months are all about getting comfy and cozy, connecting with friends and family, and making time to celebrate! Harsh weather can put a damper on our social lives, but thankfully there are plenty of holidays to inspire festive get-togethers. For cider fans, an interesting, fun selection of ciders is always a bonus at…
Read MoreCiderCon 2020: It’s Go Time
With the New Year quickly approaching, it’s time to start making your plans for CiderCon 2020! It’s all going down from January 28 to 31 in Oakland, California, and we can hardly imagine a better city to explore while concurrently taking a deep-dive into the craft cider movement at the industry’s premier annual conference. It’s…
Read MoreHow to Build a Cider-Party Bar
So, you want to host a party. Great idea! Your friends/family/crush/co-workers are going to be psyched. Time to start planning out what kind of snacks you’re going to serve, putting together a Spotify playlist and strategizing about how you’re going to clean the entire house without going crazy. But the best part of all is…
Read MoreLearn About Pét-Nat Ciders with Botanist & Barrel
Pét-nat: What is it and why is it popping up on bottles of wine and cider everywhere? Besides from being a fun phrase to say, it’s really a description of a method that can create carbonation in alcoholic beverages without the addition of extra yeast and sugar. For wine or cider to be bubbly, most…
Read MoreA Q&A with ‘Odd Apples’ Photographer William Michael Mullan
Without apples, there is no cider. That said, it’s too easy sometimes to crush a can of your favorite summer cider without really even thinking about the fruit that it took to produce it. If and when you do stop to consider the apple, what comes to mind? While your knowledge might go beyond that…
Read More7 Cranberry Ciders to Sip This Fall and Winter
Pumpkin ciders aren’t the only seasonal flavors you should be reaching for as the temperatures start to drop! Cranberry cider is an ideal autumnal cider combo: Bright, sweet-tart and beautiful in the glass, these ruby red ciders are perfect for a warmer fall day. They also pair exceedingly well with food, especially roasted meats (here’s…
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