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CIDERMAKING 101: CORE CONCEPTS

Learn the essentials of how cider is made
from the experts at the Cider Institute.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR

Cidermaking 101: Core Concepts is designed for anyone who wants a practical introduction to how cider is made.

It is especially useful for:

  • Home cidermakers who want a stronger technical foundation
  • Cider enthusiasts curious about the production process
  • New or non-production cidery staff
  • Tasting-room and hospitality professionals
  • Retail and distribution professionals working with cider
  • Anyone beginning their formal cider education

You do not need prior production experience or professional equipment to take this course.

ONE-TIME PURCHASE • 30-DAY COURSE ACCESS

$99

LEARN AT YOU OWN PACE

 

COURSE FORMAT

  • Self-paced online learning
  • Beginner-friendly instruction
  • Practical introduction to cidermaking
  • Clear explanations of essential production concepts
  • Access from anywhere with an internet connection
  • The flexibility to revisit lessons as needed
GET STARTED WITH CIDERMAKING 101

Whether you are experimenting with making cider at home, working in a tasting room, supporting a cidery team, or simply curious about the craft, Cidermaking 101: Core Concepts gives you the foundational knowledge to understand how quality cider is made.

You’ll explore the full production journey - from choosing fruit and preparing juice to fermentation, maturation, carbonation, stabilization, and packaging.

No previous cidermaking experience is required.

START WITH THE FOUNDATIONS

  1. Module 1: What Apples Do Cidermakers Use?

    1. What Apples Do Cidermakers Use?
    2. Module 1 Quiz

  2. Module 2: Turning Apples into Juice

    1. Turning Apples into Juice
    2. Module 2 Quiz

  3. Module 3: Preparing for Fermentation

    1. Preparing for Fermentation
    2. Module 3 Quiz

  4. Module 4: Yeasts and Bacteria

    1. Yeasts and Bacteria
    2. Module 4 Quiz

  5. Module 5: Fermentation

    1. Fermentation
    2. Module 5 Quiz

  6. Module 6: Post-Fermentation

    1. Post-Fermentation
    2. Module 6 Quiz

  7. Module 7: Final Steps

    1. Final Steps
    2. Module 7 Quiz

  8. Outro

    1. Outro Video
    2. Cidermaking 101 Companion Resource

  9. Optional Module: Home Cidermaking Equipment

    1. Optional Module: Home Cidermaking Equipment Video

  10. Course Exam

    1. Course Exam

WHY LEARN WITH CIDER INSTITUTE?

The Cider Institute provides research-based education for cider and perry producers around the world. 

Our courses are developed with input from experienced cider professionals and educators, helping learners build practical knowledge grounded in real-world production.

Cidermaking 101: Core Concepts offers an accessible starting point for anyone ready to understand the craft more clearly.

BEGIN YOUR CIDER JOURNEY

Note: If you are - or plan to be - a professional cider producer or want to scale up your home cidermaking, the right course for you is our Cider & Perry Production - A Foundation course, offered both online and in-person.

That course provides in-depth, production-focused training, including lab work, sensory evaluation, and industry-recognized certification. Please use the form below if you have questions about the right course for you!