Michigan Cider Association

08/27/2026

Jeff Cottrell and Ria talked about Michigan c***r in the latest edition of eC***rNews! Check out what he had to say about Michigan c***r!

Michigan’s c***r industry is heading into its most important season with consumers watching their spending, producers preparing for the quieter winter months, and at least one encouraging sign: people are showing up. With one of the country’s major apple-growing regions, a landscape shaped by th...

08/10/2026

Did you get a chance to read about Jeff's trip to Southwest Michigan from the July newsletter? There were visits to Michigan W**e Company, Carriage House C***rs, and Texas Corners Brewing Company. Check out the long form article about the trip!

https://michiganc***rs.com/mca-on-the-road/southwestern-michigan-in-july/

06/12/2026

This is your LAST chance to join the MCA and be included on the map we are producing. If you recall, we were awarded a grant to create promotional material that encourages people to drink and visit Michigan c***ries. If you are a current MCA member with your dues paid, there is nothing to do other than wait for it to be released. if you have been dragging your feet on renewing your membership, now is the time! This material will be distributed across the state and likely last a number of years.

This is the best $250 you can spend right now. Not only does it get you on the map, but it also entitles you to all the benefits of MCA membership.

05/30/2026

Had a great visit with Dan and the team from The Merry-Hearted C***ry today! Keep an eye open for the newsletter that will be sent tomorrow for an in-depth article about my first visit to their spot in Gladwin. It was my first visit, but not my last! Great offerings!

04/30/2026

The Michigan C***r Association (MCA) received a grant from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development’s Craft Beverage Council: Driving Demand for Michigan-Grown Apples Through C***r Market Expansion.

This project will coordinate statewide resources to develop a regional Michigan c***r and apple booklet and online presence. The end products will help consumers understand Michigan’s c***r regions, introduce the growers behind the apples, and highlight tourism destinations where c***r and agriculture intersect. The project seeks to guide more consumers toward Michigan-made c***r, increase visitation and purchasing, and boost the utilization of Michigan-grown apples in the hard c***r sector.

This marketing program is open to all MCA Standard Members in good standing with current dues paid. Even if you have not been a member in several years, we would love to have you come back! The membership fee is $250, and we need to have your dues paid in full to be included in this new c***r and apple promotional program. The ball is already rolling on this project, so now is the time to renew your MCA membership.

04/24/2026

We would love some more help with our 20th Anniversary competition!

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Would you like to volunteer as a judge or steward? There is still time to join us! Hit the registration link below and scroll toward the booth for the “I want to volunteer” link!

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04/24/2026

The MCA was awarded a grant to promote c***ries in the state. This is open to all members in good standing with their dues paid. The deadline for membership so that you can be included is tomorrow. For more information, click the link.

We have exciting news to share! The Michigan C***r Association (MCA) received a grant from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development’s Craft Beverage Council: Driving Demand for Michigan-Grown […]

04/20/2026

CALL FOR JUDGES! Are you a c***r nerd with the qualifications to back it up? A professional c***r maker who wants to take part in the 20th Anniversary GLINTCAP celebration? We are looking for more judges! Head over to the registration page and sign up! Click the "I want to volunteer" link near the bottom of the page.

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04/18/2026

Time is running out! Registration ends at midnight tomorrow!

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You have to enter to win a wassail bowl! Registration window closed at midnight tomorrow! Less than 32 hours left!

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04/17/2026

Time is almost out to register! Don’t miss your opportunity to have your libations evaluated by top industry professionals!

Its Friday and there are only TWO DAYS left to register for the 20th Anniversary Edition of the Great Lakes International C***r and Perry Competition! Don’t delay, enter today!

Would you like to be a judge or steward? Spaces are still available for you to be part of the big party that is GLINTCAP!

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