Alx Rains

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Hey guys, I need a bit of advice on spicing , should I boil the spices (I'm thinking Cinnamon and cloves) in some Apple juice first and add this when cooled, or just chuck them in raw?
Any help would be appreiciated
cheers

david_42

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I just put them in the primary. Allspice is a good addition. Use about a tablespoonful of spices per gallon.

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Alx Rains

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Thanks David, I will be trying this in a couple of weeks, I'm looking at making a heap for this year's Christmas Pressies.

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:Belgian gold Ale
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[B]Aging:[/B:Berry Cider
: Coopers Mexican,
: Extra Gingery Ginger beer


In the Fridge: Munich Lager
:Spiced Cider

david_42

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One of the big problems with spiced ciders is they need some residual sweetness, otherwise the spices get lost.

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Talcottsk

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I'm thinking about doing my next batch spiced--i'd love to hear how it turns out--I also want to try orange peels, does anyone know if they should be zested or not--added to primary, boiled with other spices, or added to secondary...

any help would be great

Alx Rains

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Ok for residual sweetness, should I be looking at some Lactose? what do you suggest

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"I love to have a beer with Duncan, cos Duncans me mate"- Slim Dusty

Bubbling Away:Lemonadey/grapefruity thing
:Belgian gold Ale
Berry Cider
[B]Aging:[/B:Berry Cider
: Coopers Mexican,
: Extra Gingery Ginger beer


In the Fridge: Munich Lager
:Spiced Cider