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Cider in its purest form is just fermented apple juice. It's fun and very easy to make. Our guides provide all the info you need to make tip top cider.
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Make Cider
Cider is fermented apple juice. Cider Making is the traditional way of preserving apple juice and turning it into a very palatable alcoholic beverage. You may be surprised that home made cider is more fruity and potent than many commercial brands but many of the latter contain no more than 35% apple juice, the manufacturers having succumbed to the temptation to dilute the product. Here's your chance to discover the real thing!
COMMON QUESTIONS
Making cider is a relatively straightforward process but it can be daunting if you're new to it and even the most experienced cider makers sometimes run into trouble! We've taken some of the questions we get asked the most and provided the answers here to help you.
View GuideQUICK GUIDE
Click here to download our Quick Guide cheat sheet for the entire cider making process!
View GuideWHAT YOU'LL NEED
Cider making doesn't require a great deal of equipment, but there are a few essentials you'll need which you can find here!
View GuideCRUSHING
Learn why crushing your apples before you press them is so important, and see how to crush them to get the most juice!
View GuidePRESSING
Once they're crushed, you'll need to press your apples to get their juice to ferment into cider! Check out this in depth guide on how to press your apples with ease whilst having fun at the same time!
View GuideFERMENTATION AND RACKING
Fermentation is the magic process that turns your apple juice into delicious cider. Check out our guide on how it works and how to get the best results.
View GuideA HISTORY OF CIDER MAKING
Cider is a drink that's been around for thousands of years. Join us as we explore a brief history of cider making in the UK!
View GuideIS MY CIDER READY TO DRINK?
The simple answer is drink it when it tastes good! Here we drill down into a bit more detail on how to tell when your cider is at its best.
View GuideHOW TO KNOW IF YOUR CIDER HAS GONE BAD
Sometimes things don't always go to plan. Here's what to look out for to check if your cider has gone bad.
View GuideSTORING CIDER
Once your cider is finished it's important to store it properly so it stays fresh. This guide will show you how.
View GuidePASTEURISING SWEETENED CIDER
If you've sweetened your cider with sugar then it'll need to be pasteurised to stop it fermenting again in the bottle. Here's how.
View GuideWHY PASTEURISATION IS IMPORTANT DURING CIDER MAKING
Pasteurising your cider offers a number of benefits including preserving its shelf life. Check them out here.
View Guide10 GOOD REASONS TO MAKE CIDER
Of the hundreds of reasons to make your own cider, we've picked our top 10 here.
View GuideTHE BEST APPLES FOR CIDER MAKING
Any apple can be used to make cider, but there are certain highly regarded varieties, often referred to specifically as 'cider apples' that produce especially good ciders. Check out some of them here.
View GuideWHAT OTHER FRUITS CAN I USE FOR CIDER MAKING?
Take a look at what other fruits you can use to take your cider in a different direction!
View GuideTOP TIPS FOR PAIRING CIDER WITH FOOD
Like wine, pairing the perfect cider with your meal can completely transform it!
View GuideBENEFITS AND USES OF APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
Apple cider vinegar is often classified as a superfood. Check out some of the incredible benefits it offers, as well as some handy uses you may not have thought of!
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