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CIDERCRAFT MAGAZINE

Dedicated to covering cider through an international lens, Cidercraft magazine publishes twice annually and touches over 100,000 readers each release, tapping into the insight of the trade and call of the consumer in each issue. We profile the artisans behind the craft alongside the powerhouses that produce for the public, while exploring the regions and orchards, meeting the movers and shakers in the industry, listing original cocktail recipes from industry bar chefs and match professional pairings with cider-friendly cuisine.

Privately owned-and-operated by the female-led Sip Publishing, the team behind the award-winning regional beverage publication Sip Northwest, Cidercraft is the first and only print publication dedicated to cider in the Americas and now covers cider around the world.

Cidercraft devotes itself to shining a light on the evolution and resurgence of one of the oldest beverages on the planet, bringing both education and appreciation of the drink to the people.

Cidercraft magazine is available in both print and digital versions, and weekly online.

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Ten years in, Graft Cider has a new look and a fresh industry perspective

The art and science of making cider intersects Old World traditions and modern experimentation, with some of its best producers gracefully striking this delicate balance. For New York–based Graft Cider, this past-meets-present occupation is magnified on the cusp of...

The Perfect Spring Picnic: Cheese and Cider Pairings for your Spread

For many of us (myself included), the quickest path to a memorable moment is through thoughtful, edible experiences. With spring now here, consider this your sign to take that blanket you’ve been cozying up with all winter and lay it out on the grass for a classic...

Scarlet Letter Acquires Black Apple Brand, Expanding Arkansas’ Largest Craft Beverage Platform

SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Scarlet Letter, Arkansas’ largest craft producer of alcoholic beverages, announced today that it has acquired the intellectual property and brand assets of Black Apple, one of the state’s most recognized and iconic cider brands. Founded in...

Your Soft Launch Into Spring

The sun is finally making an appearance again (in some parts of the country at least), just as the buds on the apple trees begin to unfurl. Everything outside is waking up—and you should be too, with a cocktail in hand. Consider this your soft launch into spring:...

Nine Pin Ciderworks Releases Honey Hibiscus Cider with Campaign to Keep New York Buzzing

(Albany, N.Y.) – As the thaw of spring begins across New York, pollinators that help bring orchards and farms back to life begin to emerge. Nine Pin Ciderworks is celebrating the moment with the return of Honey Hibiscus, a bright floral cider made with...

Disco Nouveau is Back

Little Pomona has launched its 6th edition of Disco Nouveau. Disco Nouveau is Little Pomona's celebration of harvest, a playful take on the early releasedBeaujolais Nouveau wines of France, and a fun way to acknowledge the character of eachsummer as it passes. Made...

New York Cideries to Pour at Second Annual Catskills Cider Fest

Seminary Hill Orchard and Cidery Hosts Its Second Gathering of Regional Producers for a Day of Tastings, Live Music, and Special Menus Callicoon, N.Y. (February 23, 2026) Seminary Hill Orchard and Cidery will host its second annual Catskills Cider Fest on Saturday,...

Pear & Petal: A Festive Toast to Lunar New Year

When a celebration observed by nearly 20% of the world’s population rolls around, it deserves more than a nod — it deserves a proper cocktail. Lunar New Year marks the arrival of spring and the beginning of the year on the lunisolar calendar, unfolding over 16 days of...

Nightingale Cider Company Launches New Lower Alcohol Cider, Light Bird

Nightingale Cider Company is delighted to announce the launch of Light Bird, a new lower alcohol cider crafted for a new era of mindful drinking. At just 1.5% ABV, this first version of Light Bird is made with Discovery apples, delivering full, vibrant apple flavour...

Cider & Chocolate? The Valentine’s Day PairIng You Didn’t See Coming

We’ve heard for years that red wine and chocolate are a perfect Valentine’s pairing—but cider and chocolate may make even more sense. With bright acidity, natural fruit flavors and a wide range of styles from bone-dry to dessert-worthy, cider complements chocolate in...