Another successful Ontario Cider Competition is in the books!
On behalf of the Ontario Fruit & Vegetable Convention, the organizing committee would like to thank all 2024 entrants for showcasing the high-quality cider making in the province. It was not an easy task for our skilled judges to determine winners.
Congratulations to all!
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Ontario Sweet Cider Competition
The 11th Annual Ontario Sweet Cider Competition was held in Simcoe, ON on January 31, 2024. Entries were made with 100% Ontario grown apples. Thank you to the Ontario Apple Growers for sponsoring this event.
Want to learn more about the winners? Check out their websites below.
Ontario Craft Cider Competition
The 9th Annual Ontario Craft Cider Competition was held in Niagara Falls, ON on February 20, 2024. A commercial producer for the purpose of this competition is considered a producer with a manufacturer’s license issued by Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). Thank you to the Ontario Craft Cider Association for sponsoring this event.
There were three categories judged this year:
Modern Craft Cider
Ciders are made from 100% Ontario apples only with no other fruits permitted.
Want to learn more about the winners? Check out their websites below.
Heritage/Traditional Craft Cider
Cider are made using bittersweet/bittersharp apple varieties, often referred to as Heirloom Varieties, that are now grown in Ontario. These apples are often only used to make cider. These ‘old world’ apples often have higher tannins and more acidity which add more complexity to cider.
Want to learn more about the winners? Check out their websites below.
Specialty Craft Cider
Cider in this category includes:
- Fruit Ciders: made from 100% Ontario apples with other fruits or fruit juices.
- Hopped Ciders: made from 100% Ontario apples infused with hops.
- Botanical Ciders: made from 100% Ontario apples with spices, herbs, and vegetables.
- Barrel Aged Ciders: made from 100% Ontario apple ciders where the wood barrel ageing or fermenting imparts a significant flavour contribution/character to the cider.
Want to learn more about the winners? Check out their websites below.
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