A pending lawsuit spearheaded by Ron Extract of Garden Path Fermentation could change how cider makers label harvest year and "vintage" on cider over 7% ABV. Ron explains why the current TTB rules block truthful harvest-year labeling, how this impacts both producers and consumers, and what success would look like for the cider community.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview

00:43 Cider Labeling Controversy

02:46 News and Events in the Cider World

04:56 Upcoming Cider Tours

09:16 Featured Presentation: Ron Extract on Cider Labeling Lawsuit

42:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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