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Interviewing cidermakers, importers, orchardists, foodies, farmers and cider enthusiasts around the world. Let's delve into the semantics of cider…or is it hard cider, cidre, sidra or fermented apple juice? The truth is out there in Ciderville and we are going to find it. We toast in celebration of cider; As a libation, a gift from the gods, a taste of terroir, and a hard pressed good time. Ready ... more

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Lees are more than sediment at the bottom of a tank. Recorded at CiderCon 2026 in Providence, Rhode Island, cidermaker and fermentation consultant Ryan Monkman explores how cidermakers can put lees to work throughout fermentation, élevage, and bottli... more

What happens when a cidermaker decides to do less and give cider more time?

Spencer Morris of Sowams Cider Works in Warren, Rhode Island, makes cider with more than 70 apple varieties, old mechanical rack-and-cloth presses, glass demijohns and a re... more

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Cider Chat MC Ria Windcaller reads her August eCiderNews editorial, Plant the Damn Apple Tree, reflecting on entrepreneurship, uncertainty, abundance, and what an apple tree might teach us about the time in between.

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK: SUMMER 2... more

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Hungary may not have a centuries-old cider tradition like England or France, but that is exactly what makes its modern cider movement so exciting.

In this episode, Cider MC Ria Windcaller travels to Budapest to meet András Kovács and Marcell Lukats... more

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Spencer Morris
Maker, owner and founder of Sowams Cider Work
Sowams Cider Work
Episode: 513: Still Cider, Single Apples and Time | Sowams, Rhode Island
András Kovács
Co-founder of Bright Cider
Bright Cider
Episode: 511: Hungarian Cider Comes of Age | Bright Cider
Marcell Lukatsi
Co-founder of Bright Cider
Bright Cider
Episode: 511: Hungarian Cider Comes of Age | Bright Cider
Jason Lummen
Founder of The People's Cider Company
The People's Cider Company
Episode: 510: From Barrels to the Pub | The People's Cider Co., Michigan
Māris Plumina
Co-owner of Mr. Plume cidery in Latvia
Mr. Plume (Latvia)
Episode: 509: Mr. Plūme | In the Heart of Latvia's Fine Cider
Dace Plumina
Co-owner of Mr. Plume cidery in Latvia
Mr. Plume (Latvia)
Episode: 509: Mr. Plūme | In the Heart of Latvia's Fine Cider
Christine Walter
President of the Board for the American Cider Association
American Cider Association
Episode: 508: The American Cider Association Responds to Questions About CiderCon 2027
Martha Lowry
Founder/maker at Woodfolk Cider
Woodfolk Cider
Episode: 507: Expand Your Universe | Woodfolk Cider, Ontario Canada
Alistair Whitehead
Co-founder and maker at Woodfolk Cider
Woodfolk Cider
Episode: 507: Expand Your Universe | Woodfolk Cider, Ontario Canada

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Ria Windcaller
Host and producer of the show
Rio Wincaller
Host of the podcast, producer and cider MC

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 155 ratings
  • Absolutly fantastic

    Ria is so passionated. Cider Chat is a cozy part of the intro. The features are absolutly fantastic. Very informative and Well dispositioned. I cant wait for next weeks episode.

    And if you are a maker, become a patron. If you are an enthusiast, become a Patreon.

    Support Ria. As a bonus there is GREAT extra stuff behind the patronwall.

    Thank you hope to hear again next week.

    Cider going UP

    What an absolutely amazing back catalogue.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    https://itunes.apple.com/dk/reviews/id263922381
    Denmark16 days ago
  • Absolutly fantastic

    Ria is so passionated. Cider Chat is a cozy part of the intro. The features are absolutly fantastic. Very informative and Well dispositioned. I cant wait for next weeks episode.

    And if you are a maker, become a patron. If you are an enthusiast, become a Patreon.

    Support Ria. As a bonus there is GREAT extra stuff behind the paywall. Thank you hope to hear again next week.

    Cider going UP

    What an amazing back catalogue.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    https://itunes.apple.com/dk/reviews/id263922381
    Denmarka year ago
  • Fiver

    Can't get enough of Cider Chat. Only problem is I wa t to try every cider Ria talks about.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tpw72
    Canadaa year ago
  • Absolutly fantastic

    Ria is so passionated. Cider chat is a cozy part of the intro. The features are absolutly fantastic. Very informative and Well dispositioned. I cant wait for next weeks episode.

    And if you are a maker, become a patron. If you are an enthusiast, become a Patreon.

    Support Ria. As a bonus there is GREAT extra stuff behind the paywall. Thank you hope to hear again next week

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    https://itunes.apple.com/dk/reviews/id263922381
    Denmark2 years ago
  • Absolutly fantastic

    Ria is so passionated. Cider chat is a cozy part of the intro. The features are absolutly fantastic. Very informative and Well dispositioned. I cant wait for next weeks episode. And if you are a maker bcome a patron. If you are an enthusiast become a Patreon there is GREAT extra stuff behind the paywall. Thank you hope to hear again next week

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    https://itunes.apple.com/dk/reviews/id263922381
    Denmark2 years ago

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Fans highlight the host's passion and interviews with diverse cidery voices.
Some listeners note production/audio quality inconsistencies but value the content.
Overall sentiment emphasizes educational value and community focus.
Listeners praise breadth of global coverage and depth of production detail.

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514: Doing More With Lees | Ryan Monkman
Q: What are the risks of adding lees during bottling?
Increased bioload can lead to over-reduction or unwanted fermentation in bottle, so plan nutrition and oxygen exposure carefully and monitor residual sugar to avoid bottle bombs.
508: The American Cider Association Responds to Questions About CiderCon 2027
Q: How will the two tracks be managed in the same venue?
There will be separate halls and registrations, with a cider wing and dedicated classrooms, enabling both communities to participate without overlapping in the core cider programming.
508: The American Cider Association Responds to Questions About CiderCon 2027
Q: Why co-locate CiderCon with the Craft Brewers Conference?
To create a financially sustainable conference that can still deliver strong cider education and networking, while leveraging the broader audience and resources of the Brewers Association.
509: Mr. Plūme | In the Heart of Latvia's Fine Cider
Q: What distinguishes your still ciders from others in the region?
They intentionally focused on still ciders as a pure expression of the orchard, educating Latvian customers who expected bubbles, and have become known for both still and sparking lines.
509: Mr. Plūme | In the Heart of Latvia's Fine Cider
Q: How did you get into cider making and what was your defining early moment?
Māris describes discovering cider after moving from music in Berlin and realizing Latvian apples could make cider, leading him to learn through apprenticeships in France and Austria before starting their own cidery.

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What is Cider Chat about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Ciders worldwide are explored through origin stories, craft techniques, and market evolution. Episodes frequently center on terroir-driven methods, heirloom apples, and the cross-border exchange of ideas among cidermakers, growers, and industry advocates. The show stands out for its conversational depth, global perspective, and willingness to cover governance, events, and business models in the cider world. Potential listeners include aspiring cidermakers, orchardists, industry professionals, and enthusiasts who enjoy learning about fermentation, regional varieties, and the culture surrounding cider. A notable strength is the blend of practical production detail with community-focused storytelling and event coverage, frequently featuring am... more

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2. András Kovács
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5. Māris Plumina
6. Dace Plumina
7. Christine Walter
8. Martha Lowry

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