The American Cider Association and Cidercraft Magazine Join Forces to Release Annual State of the Cider Industry Publication

by | May 31, 2023

The American Cider Association and Cidercraft Magazine have teamed up to bring you the Annual State of the Cider Industry publication along with feature stories from our cider family.

10,000 printed copies of the magazine will be distributed to all ACA members, regional cider associations, journalists, retailers and distributors across the US.

For the full details see the press release below.

Space Deadline: June 16, 2023
Materials Deadline: June 12, 2023

To reserve your space in this special edition click here.


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Seattle, WA (June 8, 2023) – The American Cider Association (ACA) and Cidercraft Magazine are delighted to announce their collaboration in bringing you the highly anticipated Annual State of the Cider Industry publication, featuring compelling stories from our vibrant cider family.

With 10,000 printed copies to be distributed nationwide, the Annual State of the Cider Industry publication will reach ACA members, regional cider associations, retailers and distributors across the United States. This comprehensive guide serves as an educational tool, promoting the cider industry to wholesalers, retailers, buyers, restaurants, investors, journalists, apple growers and other allied trade professionals.

Combining data-driven segment updates and engaging editorial content, the publication aims to reinforce the undeniable truth about cider’s impact. The facts are clear — cider is a diverse, velocious, premium, low-alcohol-by-volume (ABV), agriculturally driven beverage category that has firmly established itself as a prominent force nationwide.

“The ACA is dedicated to providing the industry and our beverage trade partners with nuanced insights into the growth of the cider category. This print magazine is our way of ensuring that the details of cider’s sustainable growth are widely shared,” states Michelle McGrath, executive director of the American Cider Association.

This collaboration between the ACA and Cidercraft Magazine underscores their shared commitment to the cider community, offering an invaluable resource for industry professionals and enthusiasts alike. The Annual State of the Cider Industry publication provides a platform to celebrate the industry’s achievements while shedding light on its continued growth.

To learn more about the Annual State of the Cider Industry publication or to inquire about advertising please reach out to Kristin Bacon, publisher@cidercraftmag.com or by phone at 206-467-4578. You can also sign up directly via this digital insertion order. 

About the American Cider Association
The American Cider Association is a collective of cider and perry producers dedicated to fostering a diverse and successful cider industry in the United States. By providing valuable information, resources and services to its members and advocating on their behalf, the ACA strives to drive the growth of the U.S. cider industry.

About Cidercraft Magazine Cidercraft Magazine, a publication owned and operated by Sip Publishing, the publishers behind the award-winning regional Sip Magazine, is exclusively dedicated to cider. With a focus on education and appreciation, Cidercraft Magazine highlights the evolution and resurgence of one of the oldest beverages on the continent, bringing its readers a wealth of knowledge and understanding.

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