North America Cider Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

North America Cider Market Size

The North America cider market reached approximately USD 1.30 billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.5% between 2025 and 2034, reaching a value of around USD 1.77 billion by 2034.

North America Cider Market Outlook

• Based on the 2022 NSDUH findings, 215.6 million individuals aged 18 and above (equivalent to 84.1% in the US) stated that they have consumed alcohol at least once in their lives.

• The apple harvest in the United States for 2021 amounted to slightly more than 10.5 billion pounds.

• During the fiscal year 2020-21, the government of Canada generated a total revenue of $12.4 billion from the sale of alcoholic beverages.

North America Cider Market Growth

Apples are the most widely consumed fruit in the United States, with 32 states engaging in commercial apple cultivation. According to the U.S. Apple Association in 2021, the top ten apple-producing states include Washington, New York, Michigan, Pennsylvania, California, Virginia, North Carolina, Oregon, Ohio, and Idaho. In 2019, the average per capita consumption of apple juice and cider was 12.6 pounds. The United States ranks as the second-largest apple producer globally, following China. The United States boasts around 200 distinct apple varieties, with the top 10 varieties being Red Delicious, Gala, Granny Smith, Fuji, Golden Delicious, Honey Crisp, McIntosh, Rome, Cripps Pink/Pink Lady, and Empire.

The use of organic apples for cider production has been gaining popularity due to various factors related to consumer preferences, environmental benefits, and perceived quality. Many consumers are increasingly concerned about the health implications of synthetic chemicals and pesticides used in conventional agriculture. Organic apples are grown without synthetic pesticides and fertilisers, making them appealing to health-conscious consumers.

According to the 2019 USDA Certified Organic Summary, an estimated 657 farms in the United States produced 831 million pounds of certified organic apples in 2019 with a sales value of $451.2 million. Washington state remains the top producer of organic apples, yielding 806 million pounds, with an estimated crop value of $433 million.

North America Cider Industry Segmentation

“North America Cider Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Type

• Flavoured

• Plain

Market Breakup by Packaging

• Draught

• Cans

• Glass Bottles

• Plastic Bottles

• Others

Market Breakup by Distribution Channel

• On-Trade

• Off-Trade

Market Breakup by Country

• United States

• Canada

North America Cider Market Share

Based on the type, the market is segmented into flavoured and plain. The flavoured segment is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.9% during the forecast period of 2025-2034.The surge in popularity of flavoured cider can be attributed to a combination of changing consumer preferences, the influence of the craft beverage movement, advancements in production techniques, effective marketing strategies, and a focus on health-conscious choices.

Leading Companies in the North America Cider Market

Major players are focusing on the expansion of new product offerings and flavour innovation to gain a competitive edge in the market.

• Heineken N.V. 

• Carlsberg Group 

• ANHEUSER-BUSCH INBEV SA/NV 

• Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd.  

• C & C Group plc 

• Molson Coors Beverage Company 

• Boston Beer Corporation 

• Angry Orchard Cider Company, LLC

• Blake’s Family of Companies

• Austin Eastciders, Inc.  

• Others

Key Highlights of the Report