Find, visit, taste, 
and learn about 
North Carolina cider

North Carolina boasts an incredible collection of award-winning, diverse cidermakers across the state.

plus, nc is the 7th largest apple producer in the united states.

The North Carolina Cider Association is a non profit organization that supports consumer education, improved production, and strengthened marketing for cidermakers across the state.

What are you waiting for? Find, visit, taste, and learn about North Carolina cider!

NC Cider Guide

Experience North Carolina from orchard to glass by visiting the members of the North Carolina Cider Association.

Event Spotlight

NC Wine-Cider-Mead Garden at the State Fair

Come sip on a glass of NC cider (or wine or mead) at the NC Wine-Cider-Mead Garden in Heritage Circle near Gate 7. Nearly a dozen cideries (and about two dozen wineries) from the Blue Ridge to the Piedmont are participating. Enjoy a favorite or try something new. Each day at least three cideries and six different ciders will be featured. Runs now through Thursday, October 22, open noon-10 pm; Friday and Saturday, October 24 & 25, noon-11 pm, and Sunday, October 26, noon-10 pm.

Event Spotlight

Charlotte Ciderfest: November 7

Celebrate Fall with NCCA Member Red Clay Cider at their 5th annual CLT Ciderfest. Sip local, regional, and national cider while enjoying food trucks, DJ’s, and vendors. Saturday, November 7, 12 – 4pm., Charolotte, NC. Visit their website for more information and to get your tickets.