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I added 4 tabs/5 gallons to my cider, 48 hrs before pitching. It has been 4 months and the smell/taste of the campden is still very strong. How long does this take to dissipate? Is there any way to speed it up? Thanks!

I got 27 gallons of cider. I pressed it in January, almost 2 months ago. Unfortunately, its been a cold winter for middle california. The ferment hasn't finished yet. The yeast has spent much of the time dormant. (avg cider temp is probably 56 degrees) Using Nottingham ail yeast Should I...

Last time I used my basket press and fruit grinder, I oiled it all up with butcher block oil fortified with vitamin E to help keep the wood in good shape. Product is made by Howard. I've just pressed 27 gallons. Unfortunately, I can't get the first carboy to start fermenting! The other 4 are...

An interesting video about Rhino Farts. Enjoy! :)

An interesting video on the subject. Enjoy! :)

I usually use Knottingham but decided to try out 1118 after reading about it in the forum. Knotti's usually ready to bottle by now... Not mellowed but drinkable. After 1 month, the 1118 still smells and tastes bready. It's perfectly clear and was racked 2 weeks ago. Anyone know how much...