Seattle Cider Co. Earns Gold, Silver and Bronze at the 2026 Northwest Cider Cup

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Awards across three distinct cider styles highlight Seattle Cider's ability to stand out in one of the country's most competitive cider-producing regions.

CORVALLIS, Ore., June 30, 2026 — Seattle Cider Co. earned Gold, Silver and Bronze medals at the 13th Annual Northwest Cider Cup, one of the Pacific Northwest's premier cider competitions, reinforcing the brand's reputation for crafting cider that celebrates the fruit, creativity and adventurous spirit of the Pacific Northwest.

Founded by cidermakers and organized by the Northwest Cider Association, the Northwest Cider Cup celebrates the region's finest commercial ciders and perries. This year's competition featured 236 entries from across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and British Columbia, with only 25 percent earning medals following a rigorous blind evaluation by trained industry judges.

"The Pacific Northwest has established itself as the heart of American cider, delivering one-quarter of all U.S. cider sales despite representing just over four percent of the nation's population," said Emily Ritchie, executive director of the Northwest Cider Association. "That concentration of talented cider makers creates an exceptionally competitive field, making recognition at the Northwest Cider Cup a meaningful achievement."

Seattle Cider's 2026 Northwest Cider Cup honors include:

• Gold - Basil Mint – Botanical / Herbed / Spiced / Hopped
• Silver - 2024 City Fruit – Low-Tannin Ciders (Dry)
• Bronze - Honeycrisp – Low-Tannin Ciders (Sweet)

"Winning Gold, Silver and Bronze across three distinct cider styles is especially meaningful because it honors the craftsmanship and creativity that have defined Seattle Cider from the beginning," said Felix Madrid, director of brand & market development at Seattle Cider Company. "It's rewarding to see that commitment recognized through one of the Pacific Northwest's most respected cider competitions."

The three medal-winning ciders reflect the breadth of Seattle Cider's portfolio, earning recognition across botanical, traditional dry and sweet cider styles. Together, these awards reinforce Seattle Cider's commitment to crafting approachable, fruit-forward ciders while continuing the tradition of quality, creativity and Pacific Northwest character that has defined the brand since its founding.

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About Seattle Cider Company

A leader in craft cider since 2013, Seattle Cider Co. ferments innovative, award-winning ciders in the heart of the Pacific Northwest.

Seattle Cider offers an incredible lineup of year-round and seasonal offerings, VIVID Light cider, and Odyssey — a high ABV epic adventure. Seattle Cider Co. has something for every cider drinker.

Seattle Cider products are available throughout Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Idaho, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Nevada, Missouri, Massachusetts, Colorado, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Montana. Seattle Cider ships direct to customers throughout Washington and 38 states.