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hard cider drink recipe

Flavorful Drink Hard Cider

Hard cider is a delightful alcoholic beverage made by fermenting apple juice. The process involves crushing fresh apples to extract their juice, which is then mixed with yeast to initiate fermentation.
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Western
Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 28 days
Restiing time: 60 days
Total Time: 88 days 1 hour
Calories: 100kcal
Author: Jacob Allen
Servings: 10

Equipment

  • Apple Crusher or Press
  • Fermentation Vessel
  • Airlock or Blow-off Tube
  • Yeast
  • Bottles or Kegs
  • Siphon or Racking Cane
  • Thermometer

Ingredients

  • 20 pound Fresh Apple
  • 5 gram Brewing Yeast

Instructions

  • Wash and Prepare the Apples:
    Thoroughly wash the apples to remove any dirt or debris.Core and chop the apples into small pieces. You can leave the skins on, as they contain natural yeast that can aid fermentation.
  • Crush the Apples:
    Use an apple crusher or press to crush the apples and extract the juice. If you don't have a crusher, you can use a food processor or blender to break down the apples.
  • Extract the Juice:
    Transfer the crushed apples to a clean cloth or mesh bag and squeeze to extract the juice. Alternatively, use a press to extract the juice from the crushed apples
  • Transfer the Juice to a Fermentation Vessel:
    Pour the freshly squeezed apple juice into a sanitized fermentation vessel, leaving some space at the top for foam during fermentation.
  • Add Yeast:
    Sprinkle the brewing yeast over the surface of the apple juice. If using dry yeast, there's no need to rehydrate it beforehand.
  • Seal the Fermentation Vessel:
    Attach an airlock or blow-off tube to the fermentation vessel to allow gases to escape while preventing oxygen and contaminants from entering.
  • Fermentation:
    Place the fermentation vessel in a cool, dark place with a consistent temperature (ideally around 60-70�F or 15-21�C). Fermentation will begin within a few days and typically lasts 2-6 weeks.
  • Once fermentation is complete and the cider has cleared, it's ready to be bottled. Use sanitized bottles and caps or kegs for storage.
  • Chill the cider before serving, and enjoy your homemade hard cider!

Notes

  1. Apple Selection: Experiment with different varieties of apples to achieve the flavor profile you desire. Consider blending sweet, tart, and acidic apples for a well-balanced cider.
  2. Yeast Choice: There are various strains of yeast available, each imparting different flavors to the cider. Research and experiment with different yeast strains to find the one that complements your desired taste.
  3. Sugar Adjustments: The addition of sugar can impact the sweetness and alcohol content of the cider. Be mindful of how much sugar you add, as it can affect the final flavor and mouthfeel.
  4. Fermentation Temperature: Maintain a consistent temperature throughout the fermentation process. Fluctuations in temperature can affect the activity of the yeast and the final taste of the cider.

Nutrition

Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 3g
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