Thanks for your interest in participating in research to investigate consumer preferences for hard cider in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. If you are selected to participate in the research study, you will be contacted in 1-2 weeks with more information. For more information or questions, please contact Martha Calvert (mdcalver@vt.edu), Jacob Lahne, (jlahne@vt.edu), or visit our website.
What Focus Group are you interested in attending?
What gender do you identify with?
What is your age? 
*Please note, if you are under 21 we cannot accept your participation due to IRB protocol. You will be required to present a valid, government-issued ID before the start of the focus group session. 
Which phrase best describes how often you consume hard cider?
Do you have an allergy to apples, apple juice, or alcoholic beverages?
Do you self report as currently being pregnant?

GOVERNMENT WARNING: (1) According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcoholic beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects. (2) Consumption of alcoholic beverages impairs your ability to drive a car or operate machinery, and may cause health problems. 
Are you currently employed by any cideries, cider producers, or orchards, or do you currently have any other connections to the cider industry?
Are you willing to consent to audio-recording during your prospective focus group session?