Fresh cider news, straight from Ciderville. eCiderNews brings you daily coverage of cider makers, orchards, competitions, cider tourism, new releases, and the people shaping cider around the globe. Curated by Cider Chat host and cider emcee Ria Windcaller, each story adds context, community insight, and a cider lover’s perspective to the news that matters.
A draft proposal that could reshape how cider and perry are defined across the European Union is scheduled for discussion by national representatives on June 9 in Belgium. The working document, prepared for a Wine & Spirit GREX meeting, outlines possible marketing standards and reserved terms for cider and perry products. While still under discussion, … Read more
The surfside of Ciderville is feeling a tremor. For years, Cider Chat listeners have traveled with Ria to California’s Central Coast through conversations with cider makers, orchardists, and apple growers whose roots run deep in Watsonville and the Pajaro Valley. Cider Chat podcast guests Jake Mann of Five Mile Orchard, Robby Honday of Tanuki Cider, … Read more
While some of the world’s largest cider brands are trimming their portfolios, alcohol-free cider continues to gain momentum. Recent news from the UK highlights two seemingly opposite trends taking place within the cider category. On one hand, award-winning alcohol-free ciders are attracting attention from consumers and judges alike. On the other, major producers are discontinuing … Read more
Ohio has launched its first Hard Cider Trail, highlighting 14 cideries across the state. Yet a few notable cider makers, including DOPE Cider House and Bent Ladder, remind us that Ohio’s cider story extends beyond any official map.
May 28, 2026 | Ciderville News Here’s a wee bit of news from out and about in Ciderville. As summer approaches, Food & Wine has published an article titled “Move Over Rosé: Why Cider Deserves a Spot in Your Summer Cooler.” The piece makes a compelling case for cider as a warm-weather beverage and features … Read more
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