Oregon Cider Week Begins

Oregon Cider Week is here!

Oregon Cider Week (January 13th – 21st, 2024) kicks off today. Don’t miss this unparalleled, nine-day long, statewide celebration, showcasing the diversity and artistry of the Pacific Northwest’s vibrant cider scene.
With 100+ unique events, Oregon Cider Week offers cider fans and the cider curious an immersive experience into the world of craft cider. Cider Week is organized by Northwest Cider Association, presented by Columbia Distributing and sponsored by Oregon Fruit.

Wondering where to get started?
–> Check out Portland Mercury’s event listing and interactive map.
Customize your Cider Week experience, choosing from tap takeovers, tours, trivia, education, parties, festivals, flights, food pairings, meet the maker events, take-home cider specials and more. A mix of time-based events and weeklong festivities aim to highlight the innovative flavors, techniques and stories behind the region’s exceptional ciders.

Some Cider Week Highlights

• Meet the Maker:
  • Bauman’s, Seattle, RAW, Stray and Yonder Cider: Get up close and meet the makers from these top cideries at Pizza Thief & Bandit Bar. (January 15th, 5-9pm)
  • Schilling, 2 Towns and Seattle Cider: Stock up on cider to take home from John’s Marketplace on SE Powell, while attending a Cidermaker’s Chat. (January 18th 6-8pm)

• Education:
  • Cider Crafting Workshop: Immerse yourself in the art and science of cider-making through informative talks, workshops and hands on sessions like this one, led by 2 Town’s Dave Takush, hosted in Corvallis. (January 14th, 2:30-4:30pm)
  • Beer and Cider Event: Meet Beth Demmon, author of “The Beer Lover’s Guide to Cider” at Living Häus Beer Co and pick up a signed copy of the book. (January 19th, 5-8pm)

• That’s just a few! Check out the full list and map your own Cider Week adventure. www.portlandmercury.com/oregonciderweek.com