Cider Making

With apple picking season fast approaching, now is the time to prepare some delicious homemade recipes for autumn. Apples are a versatile fruit that can be baked, poached, pulped or just enjoyed raw. One of the best ways to consume apples is by learning how to make apple cider. Making apple cider is a very simple process and can be done easily without the need for complex equipment. So, here is a step by step guide on how to make apple cider at home. Step One – Prepare the Apples When working out how to make apple cider the first thing you need is the apples themselves. Whether you pick your own apples or purchase them in bulk, make sure they are ripe enough for use. To do this, cup the apple in your hand and twist gently. If it comes away easily then that is a good indicator of ripeness. Avoid using any bruised apples or ones that have begun to rot. Make sure the apples are well washed and cleaned before use. Step Two – Prepare the Equipment Wash and sterilise your juicing equipment and make sure your hands are clean. Prepare your juicer by attaching the hose [...]

Cider making basics - when the season starts. While we are currently enduring summer, we need to keep in mind that autumn is just around the corner. Therefore, we will once again be able to enjoy the tempting flavours associated with cider once the temperatures outside begin to drop. There are many reasons why a growing number of individuals are choosing to make this tasty elixir from home. Whether you wish to enhance your current brewing skills or you simply hope to include another addition to your custom-made line-up of beers, cider making is a worthwhile option to consider. What does this process entail and why is it always a good idea to choose the products and services offered by The Bottle Jar Store? Cider Making Basics at a Glance Much like the fermentation process associated with beer, cider making involves time and patience. In fact, most individuals begin as early as August by making sure that their equipment is in good working order. Fruit milling and pressing generally takes place in October and continues through November. December involves actively monitoring the fermentation process and examining the first batches to ensure that they meet your standards. By late January or early [...]