I made my first attempt at a Hard Cider last year with 5 gallons of freshly crushed/pressed apples from an Aunts tree. I did not follow any recipies, just "threw in" some things I thought would be good. These included cinnamon, cloves, honey, brown sugar, and nutmeg. The final result, after all was said and done, turned out very good, and was well liked by all my family and friends. :rockin:
The major mistake that I made, was not writing anything down during the process, since it was more of a "wing-it" style.
This year I have spent a lot of time checking out all of your recepies and Ideas, which I want to thank all of you.
Now, on to my question! My wife bought some locally made "Blackberry Honey" that I am thinking of using in this batch of cider, or I guess it will be Cyser. Does anyone have any thoughts on this? I am also thinking of adding some natural blackberry flavoring to give it a little more.
Please give me your honest opinions and comments.
Thanks
Mikey
The major mistake that I made, was not writing anything down during the process, since it was more of a "wing-it" style.
This year I have spent a lot of time checking out all of your recepies and Ideas, which I want to thank all of you.
Now, on to my question! My wife bought some locally made "Blackberry Honey" that I am thinking of using in this batch of cider, or I guess it will be Cyser. Does anyone have any thoughts on this? I am also thinking of adding some natural blackberry flavoring to give it a little more.
Please give me your honest opinions and comments.
Thanks
Mikey