Waupoos County Cider Recipe

Cider Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Apples

   Wash and chop the fresh apples, removing the core and seeds. Place them in a large pot.

2. 2

   Make Apple Juice

   Add water to the pot with chopped apples and bring to a simmer. Let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   Strain the Mixture

   Once the mixture has simmered, strain the apple pulp through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl, extracting as much juice as possible.

4. 4

   Sweeten the Juice

   Return the strained juice to the pot, add sugar, and stir until dissolved. Bring the mixture back to a simmer for about 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Add Cinnamon and Lemon Juice

   Add the cinnamon sticks and lemon juice to the pot. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.

6. 6

   Fermentation Process

   Once cooled, transfer the juice to a fermentation vessel. Sprinkle the yeast on top and seal with an airlock. Allow it to ferment in a dark, cool place for 1-2 weeks.

7. 7

   Bottling the Cider

   After fermentation is complete, siphon the cider into bottles, leaving some space at the top. Seal the bottles and let them carbonate for an additional 1-2 weeks.

8. 8

   Chill and Serve

   Once carbonated, chill the cider in the refrigerator and serve cold.