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Cider in Canada

Cider is an alcoholic beverage made mainly from the fermented juice of apples, though pears can also be used; in the UK, pear cider is known as perry. In the US and parts of Canada, the term cider almost exclusively refers to nonalcoholic apple juice (apple cider). The phrase hard cider is used to denote the fermented version.

Real cider is fermented apple juice, pure and simple. Traditionally, it is made with bittersweet and bitter-sharp apples, which have the tannins and acidity required to make a quality product. While dessert apples, such as Granny Smith or MacIntosh, are used by large commercial cider makers, these common varieties often require the addition of modifiers such as concentrates and synthetic flavourings.

A company called 6W research reports that the cider market in Canada is experiencing consistent growth, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exceeding 4% from 2024 to 2029. However, cider sales have shown a downward trend, with estimates predicting a decline from 45 million liters in 2023 to 25.66 million liters by 2028. This decline is attributed to the expanding landscape of alternative beverages, shifting consumer behaviors, and rising interest in lower- or no-alcohol options. Despite these challenges, cider has established a distinct niche, appealing to consumers looking for gluten-free options and fruit-focused flavors. The Canadian cider market is governed by policies related to alcohol production, food safety, and taxation, with provincial regulations controlling the production and distribution of alcoholic beverages, including cider

6W research suggests: The Canada Cider Market is likely to experience consistent growth rate gains over the period 2025 to 2029. Commencing at 6.27% in 2025, growth builds up to 6.75% by 2029.
On the other hand according to Global Data:The Canadian cider market has experienced fluctuations over the past year. The combined beer and cider market in Canada was valued at approximately CAD 20.83 billion in 2023, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exceeding 4% from 2024 to 2029. However, cider-specific sales have shown a downward trend, with ReportLinker estimating that cider sales, which stood at 45 million litres in 2023, are expected to decline to 25.66 million litres by 2028.
However sales are actually up in British Columbia and Ontario. An increase in the interest and the sale of mead is one reason for the decline in cider sales the other major reason younger consumer looking for the "natural - healthy beverage"

Wine sales remain steady with Canadian wineries having a small increase in sales due to the protest of American Tariffs.

Some Canadian cider market to try

Sentinel Bottleworks - Rosthen SAsk
Journey North Cider Co - Edmonton Alberta
Uncommond Cider - Calgary. Alberta
Dead Horse Cider Company - Winkler, Manitoba
Shrugging Doctor Brewing Company - Winnipeg, Manitoba
Apple Rock Cider House - Callander, ON
Beaver Valley Orchard and Cidery - Kimberley, ON
Michel Jodoin - Rougemont (Qc)
Union Libre Cidre - Dunham, Quebec
Red Rover Craft Cider - Fredericton NB
Riverdale Orchards - Bonshaw, PEI
Boars Back Cidery - Harmony, NS
Newfoundland Cider Company - George's Brook- Milton NFL
Solstice Cider Works - Whiethorse, Yukon

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