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5 gallons of pappy's cider 47.5 + 5 = 52.5

I have some 5 gallon glass carboys and 6.5 gallon plastic fermentation buckets. I wanted to "play" with these one gallon batches before going bigger. I will likely start some bigger batches this weekend. I have a couple of 4 gallon plastic water bottles to rack my 5 gallon carboys in to after...

https://www.homebrewtalk.com/showthread.php?t=265986 This is a thread to a 5 day cider recipe that only ferments for 2-3 days. Hoping to keep it a little less dry for the misses.

Thanks, Kyle. I have heard and read many of the same things. Then.....I read a lot about shorter aged recipes. I am not in any real hurry as all of my hobbies tend to lean to the be patient and wait side. I do like the dry aged idea, especially for my tastes. My girlfriend likes things a...

With this being my first go at making anything like this I am just looking for any input, criticism, or even a hey I think you are on track. Four batches detailed below(All 1 gallon batches): Batch A: 12/28/16 Primary Fermentation started - 1 gallon store juice, 1.5 cups white sugar, Red...

1 gallon started over the weekend 22 + 1 = 23

Yes Shakespeare's is definitely a must when coming to Columbia! Thanks for all the warm welcomes.

Started a one gallon batch tonight with some non pasteurized cider. 14+1=15

Just wanted to introduce myself and say hi. I am completely new to all things brewing and fermenting but have jumped in with both feet and really enjoying the new hobby. This has been a great source of info just lurking around and reading. Best, Bruno

Thank you all. Bernard - That is info I did not have, and makes all kinds of sense now. I will check with my hydrometer tomorrow when it shows up and post the readings to see if it helps with any suggestions. Best, Bruno

Hydrometer will be here Thursday from Amazon. Do you think the distiller's yeast will be ok for the cider? I have 10 gallons of unpasteurized juice from a local orchard I am going to do two 5 gallon batches with, I have ordered different yeast recommended here for it. Lalvin Dried Wine...

I am brand new to all forms of brewing and started my first two one gallon batches of cider. Gallon 1: Store bought pasteurized apple juice, 1.6 cups of white sugar, yeast Gallon 2: Store bought pasteurized apple juice, about 2.5 - 3 cups of local honey, yeast nutrient, yeast Question - I...