In a large pot, combine the pitted cherries, apple cider, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, and cloves. Stir well to combine.

Prepare the Cherry Mixture

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Allow it to simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cherries soften and the flavors meld.

Simmer the Mixture

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.

Add Lemon Juice

Once cooled, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean container, discarding the solids. You should be left with a cherry-infused apple cider.

Strain the Mixture

Sprinkle the yeast over the strained cider and stir gently to combine.

Add Yeast

Seal the container with an airlock or a loose lid to allow gases to escape. Place in a cool, dark place for 1-2 weeks to ferment.

Ferment the Cider

Once fermentation is complete, bottle the cider in clean bottles, leaving some space at the top. Seal the bottles and refrigerate.

Bottling

Chill the cider before serving. Enjoy this refreshing Santa Fe Brewing Cherry Cider on a warm day!

santa fe brewing cherry cider

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