Northwest Cider Association brings together more than 300 cider industry professionals, orchardists, allied suppliers, and cider enthusiasts to celebrate and uplift the Northwest cider movement. The NWCA proudly nurtures a growing community of members in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and British Columbia.
Description
Join us June 25 in Portland, OR for the 2026 Northwest Cider Cup Awards Party, an evening celebrating the best ciders and perries in the Pacific Northwest. Each year, more than 200 cidermakers, industry professionals, and cider enthusiasts gather to honor the winning ciders of the Northwest Cider Cup, one of the most respected cider competitions in North America.
During the awards ceremony, we’ll recognize standout ciders across 19 categories, along with special honors including Best of Show, Best New Cidery, Best Cidery of the Year (Small, Medium, Large), Best Dressed, and more.
Hors d’oeuvres will be served, and a selection of award-winning ciders will be available for purchase.
Dress to impress and raise a glass to craftsmanship, community, and another incredible year for Northwest cider.
This event is 21+. IDs will be checked at the door.
Thank you to our 2026 Northwest Cider Cup Awards Party Presenting Sponsor, Oregon Wine Board, and our 2026 NW Cider Cup Awards Party Bar Sponsors, Davis Wright Tremaine and Enartis.
About the Northwest Cider Cup
Founded in 2012 by cidermakers from Washington and Oregon, the Northwest Cider Cup was created to prioritize cider quality and provide meaningful feedback to producers. What began as a regional effort has grown into one of the most rigorous cider competitions in North America.
Today, the competition brings together expert judges to evaluate commercial ciders from across the Pacific Northwest, including Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and British Columbia. Through blind professional evaluation and detailed judge feedback, the Northwest Cider Cup helps cidermakers refine their craft while celebrating the best examples of the region’s cider.
Managed by the Northwest Cider Association, the competition continues to evolve alongside the industry, promoting quality, strengthening category standards, and showcasing the depth and diversity of Northwest cider.
Date & Time
Thu, Jun 25, 2026 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Venue Details
Holocene
1001 Southeast Morrison StreetPortland, Oregon 97214
