Brick River Homestead Cider Recipe
Make Brick River Homestead Cider Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Method
Preparation
- 1
Wash and Prepare Apples
Thoroughly wash the apples under cold water to remove any dirt or pesticides. Core and chop them into quarters, leaving the skin on for added flavor and nutrients.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a large pot, add the chopped apples, water, granulated sugar, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Cooking
- 3
Simmer the Mixture
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover. Let it simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Mash and Strain
After simmering, use a potato masher to mash the apples and release their juices. Once mashed, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large bowl, pressing down to extract as much liquid as possible.