rustang64
Well-Known Member
I started my first cider yesterday. I did 12 gallons divided up into 3 batches (3-3-6) trying different yeast strains for each. For each 3 gallon batch (double for 6gal batch) I used 2tbs each of honey and brown sugar. I dissolved them in some hot water on the stove and mulled that with some cloves, allspice, cinnamon and orange peels. I filtered the mixture and added that to the cider. For the 6gal batch I used Lalvin 71B-1122 yeast and for the 3gal batches I used Lalvin ICV D-47 and EC-1118. I plan on racking in about 8 days, bottling about 3 weeks after, and aging in the bottles for another couple weeks. Should be ready just in time for christmas...
I'll post more as the brew progresses.
Robert.
I'll post more as the brew progresses.
Robert.