Stout yeast in cider?

[rovolution]

I want do a batch of simple hard cider and I have a packet of Stout yeast from a Munton's Stout kit that I want to use for the cider. I need some opinions on what kind of effect this will have on my finished product. I am a relatively new brewer and have never made hard cider before. Thanks!

 

[damien]

I have never used a stout yeast on anything but a stout. But my guess is that it will help your cider retain its sweetness and possibly add some other fruit flavors to it. Like raisin or plum or even peach for example. Let me know how it comes out.

 

[rovolution]

I have never used a stout yeast on anything but a stout. But my guess is that it will help your cider retain its sweetness and possibly add some other fruit flavors to it. Like raisin or plum or even peach for example. Let me know how it comes out.

Thanks! That actually doesn't sound too bad

 

[BoomerCreek]

I've tried stout ciders before and think that the yeast does a great job. Give it a whirl and let us know what happens...

 

[Kahler]

So....how'd it turn out? I have a cider that I started on stout yeast cake about a month ago with some brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla. Smells great, haven't tasted it yet. Probably going to let it sit another month before kegging it.