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PUBLICATIONS & RECOGNITION
Practical publications, educational tools, and certification recognition designed to support learning, production, and professional development in cider and perry.
PUBLICATIONS
Tools and publications to support cider and perry production, sensory evaluation, and ongoing professional development.
Cider Faults Wheel©
A practical reference for identifying common cider faults, understanding their causes, and finding strategies for prevention and mitigation. Version 2, published in 2025.
Off-Flavors Sensory Training Kit
A Cider Institute-developed sensory training resource featuring six aroma standards representing common cider faults. Designed to help cidermakers build sensory recognition and calibration skills for production, quality assurance, staff training, and certification preparation.
The Professional Handbook of Cider Tasting
A research-based guide to sensory evaluation developed by Washington State University and the Cider Institute. Designed to help producers and students evaluate cider with greater confidence and consistency.
Science, Practice & Quality-Assured Production
A comprehensive technical reference by Cider Institute founding board member Peter Mitchell, covering the science, processes, and quality practices behind professional cider and perry production.
CERTIFICATION RECOGNITION
Official Cider Institute items to recognize and celebrate your Certified Cidermaker achievement.
Certified Cidermaker Pin
Celebrate your Certified Cidermaker achievement with the official enamel pin, exclusively for individuals who have earned Certified Cidermaker status.
Certified Cidermaker Certificate (Printed)
Commemorate your professional achievement with an official printed Certified Cidermaker certificate.
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EDUCATION
- Cidermaking 101
- Cider and Perry Production Foundation Online
- Advanced Cider & Perry Production: Professional Practice
- Essential Sensory Analysis of Cider & Perry
- Essential Laboratory Testing of Cider & Perry
- Good Manufacturing Practices for Cidery Employees
- GMPs, Safety & Sanitation for Cidery Owners and Operators