made a few batches of cider that came out great, but not a master cider brewer at all... but i know this-
ale yeasts are great for me; they retain some sweetness and have a great final flavor.
champagne yeast is cool too; but a dry cider is the result.
sugars are also a factor; i like using...
this is my first post and i have to say THANK YOU!!!
i did a bunch of different yeast/sugar/juice combos in growlers and my fave is 'cheap' pastuerized juice, cooper's ale yeast, and some brown sugar. you were on point with the 'blackthorn' taste from the cooper's, (and i think the brown sugar...