Questions Regarding my First Cider Batch

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AlexBr

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Hi,

I was hoping I could get some expert advice from all the cider brewers out there.

I used
10 litres of copella apple juice
1 kilo of caster sugar
1 packet of lalvin champagne yeast
1 tablespoon of yeast nutrient

So after 2 weeks I gave the cider a taste and it is very dry and acidic.

Am I right in thinking the only way to balance out the acidity is to add sweetener?

How can I make a cider that is less dry and more like a traditional scrumpy from the west country?

Will leaving the cider for a few more months reduce the acidity? If so, should I bottle this and leave it for some time?

P.s. it is really f***** strong!! Two pints and I'm quite pissed.

Really looking forward to any response I receive thank you very much :)
 
Also, if anyone has any suggestions on how I can improve the way I am making this then I would appreciate it.

I simply added this all to a carboy and left it with an airlock.

How can you get more distinct flavours with cider brewing?

Thanks!
 
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