Recent content by David_86

So the cider isnt dark. I am getting more of a flavor that some seem to call "jet fuel" the alcohol content is very high (about14% with honey added to up the ABV) because I was playing around with how strong I can make the cider. I am using store bought cider. The yeast I have was something I...

I made a simple ginger syrup using a cup of water, a cup of sugar, and a hand of ginger. I boiled them together for about half an hour and let it cool. Added it to my cider and it came out great!

How would I know if a cider has oxidized? What does oxidized cider taste like? I have a decent amount of head room after racking and I worry that some of the off flavor I am tasting is due to oxidation.