Level 1 Certified Cider Guide™

Become a Certified Cider Guide™!

The Level 1 Certified Cider Guide™ (CCG) certification is designed as a foundational course for those interested in developing a basic understanding of cider and its principles. It is a prerequisite for all candidates seeking advanced certification. This includes the second level of certification, the Certified Pommelier™, and beyond.

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August 30th Certified Pommelier™ Exam in PDX

By Jennie Dorsey • March 31, 2026
The American Cider Association is pleased to announce that a Certified Pommelier™ Exam will be held at Bauman's On Oak in Portland, Oregon. The exam will take place on Sunday, August 30th, 2026. The exam will begin promptly at 9:00 AM.

May 13th Certified Pommelier™ Exam at GLINTCAP

By Jennie Dorsey • February 25, 2026
The American Cider Association is pleased to announce a Certified Pommelier™ Exam will be held at Cider World in Frankfurt, Germany. The exam will take place Saturday, April 18, 2026. The exam will begin promptly at 8:30 AM.

April 27th L1 Certified Cider Guide™ Workshop and Exam PDX

By Jennie Dorsey • February 24, 2026
The American Cider Association is so excited to collaborate with Bauman's On Oak to host this Certified Cider Guide™ in-person certification workshop and tasting experience. This workshop is open to all and is the first level of the only global gold standard cider education program, Certified Cider Professional™.

The Level 1 Certified Cider Guide™ (CCG) course and exam are offered as an on-demand bundle that includes a study guide and an on-demand training video. The online exam consists of 60 multiple-choice questions. You must score 85% to pass. You get two attempts per exam fee in a 30-day period.


NOTE: A separate link has been created for American Cider Association members to access the reduced pricing for the Level 1 CCG exam. It can be found here in the Resource Hub. You will be prompted to log in.


Need help? Contact Director of Education Jennie Dorsey.

Bulk CCG Bundles

Are you ready to get your whole team certified? Interested in helping your sales team or distributors develop their understanding of cider?


We have bulk discounts available for the Level 1 CCG bundles. Prices vary depending on the quantity of Level 1 CCG bundles to be purchased.

In Person Certification Packages

Interested in hosting an in-person Level 1 Certified Cider Guide™ workshop, cider tasting, and exam in your community?

Virtual Certification Events

Interested in a live virtual certification event or a fully digital on demand certification experience?

Additional Resources

  • Certified Cider Guide™ Digital Flashcards *By downloading these flashcards, you agree to comply with all copyright laws protecting the Certified Cider Professional™ program materials. Unauthorized sharing, reproduction, or distribution is strictly prohibited.





 Contact Us

Do you have questions about the Certified Cider Professional™ Program? Are you interested in a custom training for your organization or learning more about bulk exam prices? Please contact Director of Education Jennie Dorsey at Jennie@ciderassocaition.org