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Key Sales Metrics to Zero in on for Growth Strategies

August 20, 2025 Jon Sicotte 0

Knowing what to measure can be as important as what’s in the fermenter and being canned or poured and served over the tasting room bar.  There is a range of sales data and performance indicators […]

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Ways to Build Visibility and Velocity Through Off-Premise Cider Sales

August 6, 2025 Jon Sicotte 1

Securing placement, whether on draft or on shelves, continues to be a defining challenge for cideries vying to gain a foothold in a landscape still dominated by craft beer and well-funded national brands. ​Increased visibility […]

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Ways to Modernize Traditions by Scaling Cider Production Smart & Sustainable Ways

July 30, 2025 Jon Sicotte 0

There’s a delicate balance between romanticism and practicality, and it sums up the balancing act faced by many modern cideries.  “We let tradition inspire our creativity, while leaning on modern efficiencies — like cans and […]

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Packaging, Partnerships, and the Power of Story: Cider Retail Sales Strategies That Work

July 23, 2025 Jon Sicotte 0

The ability to boost both on-premise and off-premise sales can benefit from a dual-focused strategy rooted in authenticity, data, and strong retail relationships. Many cidery leaders shared with Brewer Mag & Cider Business that achieving […]

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City Orchard’s Playbook for Building a Fruited Cider Brand That Sticks

July 9, 2025 Jon Sicotte 0

City Orchard’s Cider Fresca line has evolved from a creative experiment into a key component of business strategy. And, it could be a product line that is poised to shape the Houston-based cidery’s future. Co-founder […]

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Ways to Tap Into Your Cidery’s Culture & Build a Strong Team

June 25, 2025 Jon Sicotte 1

Building a strong culture within your team isn’t just a feel-good initiative. It’s a business imperative to cultivate a strong company ethos.  From the orchard to the taproom, your company’s culture starts at the top […]

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City Orchard Unveils New Strawberry Cider Fresca

June 23, 2025 Jon Sicotte 0

City Orchard®, Houston’s craft cidery, is proud to announce the release of Strawberry Cider Fresca®, the newest addition to its popular Cider Fresca® lineup. Inspired by the juicy, refreshing flavors of Mexican aguas frescas, this […]

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How Tracking the Right Sales Metrics Can Refine Your Cidery’s Growth

June 11, 2025 Jon Sicotte 0

For any cidery, data is more than a back-end detail, it’s a foundation for smarter decisions in your sales. Leaning into key metrics to build lasting, scalable brands is important, and Cider Business heard from […]

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Building Stronger Cidery Teams Through Strategic Hiring and Training

June 4, 2025 Jon Sicotte 0

Hiring and onboarding your cidery’s tasting room staff is more than a quick training session on pouring technique and a rundown of the tap list. Instead, it’s a process that needs to be rooted in […]

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