Cider is now a global player with the market valued at $16.38 billion in 2024. Forecasts show that the number is rising, with cider sales beginning to soar as fall drinkers look beyond beer. In the United States, both hard and non-alcoholic versions are finding more space on store shelves and keeping pace with consumer demand.

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Apple growers are reporting bumper harvests, providing the raw materials needed to sustain this demand. Rising interest in regional cideries and new flavor experiments also shows how diverse offerings are fueling growth.

Market momentum and growth trends

The global cider market is expanding steadily and is projected to reach nearly $26.91 billion by 2032. Apple hard cider leads with over $800 million in sales, though its sl

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