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Ingredients
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Cider Ingredients
Method
Cider Preparation
- 1
Prepare Blackberries
Wash the blackberries thoroughly and mash them slightly to release their juices.
- 2
- 3
Add Yeast
Sprinkle the yeast over the mixture and stir gently to combine.
- 4
Fermentation
Cover the vessel with a clean cloth and let it sit at room temperature for 5-7 days, stirring daily. You should begin to see bubbles as fermentation starts.
- 5
Strain and Bottle
After fermentation, strain the cider through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into clean bottles, discarding the solids.
- 6
Seal and Store
Seal the bottles with caps or corks and store them in a cool, dark place for about 2-4 weeks to allow flavors to develop.
- 7
Serve
Once ready, chill the cider and serve it in glasses. Enjoy your homemade blackberry cider!
