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    Question about Safale S-04 temperature range

    I used Safale S-04 for the hard cider I'm brewing. I noticed Fermentis says the ideal temperature range for fermentation is 59F - 75F. When I initially pitched the yeast, the temperature of the wort was about 63F. A week later, it's a bit colder outside and since my primary is in the...
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    Just pitched for my third batch of cider. Tried to keep it simple.

    So I just started my third batch of hard cider. Pitched the yeast tonight and am already anxious to see some activity! I think I could have done some things differently now that I think about it. Mainly, I'm not sure if I should have added the tannin, pectic enzyme, and yeast nutrient all at...
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    Started my first batch of hard cider. Constructive criticism welcome!

    Recipe for my first cider: 5 gallons Boa Vista Orchards (local) unpasteurized apple cider .5 gallon filtered water 2 lbs light brown sugar 1.5 lbs pure cane sugar .5 lb honey Safale S-04 11g packet UPDATE 1: Took a hydrometer reading today. S.G. =1.072 Pitched my yeast about an hour...
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    Second time brewing, first time posting. Couple questions.

    After having a couple experiences with the Mr. Beer kit, I was anxious to upgrade. I now have a 6 gallon glass carboy and 5 gallon food grade bucket. I'm on my second brew now. I purchased a custom recipe based on Sierra Nevada Pale Ale from my local Home Brew store and purchased some extra...
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