HomebrewMI
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Well, today was a historic day for me. I drew off 1 gallon of my cider, which is currently sitting at a SG of 1.001. If my math is correct, it gives me an ABV of just over 6%. The first taste was extremely bitter, almost to the point of being undrinkable, so I hit it with a campden tablet and backsweetened with apple juice. I added about 1/3 of a gallon, so I'm figuring that it's sitting somewhere in the 4% range now, which I'm perfectly happy with.
The results, in my opinion, are pretty good for a first attempt. Still somewhat bitter, but with enough sweetness that it's very pleasant after the second or third drink. Almost like a granny smith apple with a nice alcoholy kick to it.
Can't wait for the other 4 gallons to finish and clear so I can carb and bottle them woot!
Ok, that's enough for tonight, time to enjoy the fruits of my labor. Happy St. Patty's Day to all and to all a drunk night!
The results, in my opinion, are pretty good for a first attempt. Still somewhat bitter, but with enough sweetness that it's very pleasant after the second or third drink. Almost like a granny smith apple with a nice alcoholy kick to it.
Can't wait for the other 4 gallons to finish and clear so I can carb and bottle them woot!
Ok, that's enough for tonight, time to enjoy the fruits of my labor. Happy St. Patty's Day to all and to all a drunk night!
