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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Carbonation Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Base
- 1
Juicing the Apples
Wash and core the fresh apples, then chop them into quarters. Use a juicer to extract the juice from the apples. You should have approximately 6 to 8 cups of apple juice.
- 2
- 3
Adding Yeast
Sprinkle the yeast over the mixture and stir gently to combine. Cover the pot with a clean cloth and let it sit at room temperature for 24 hours.
Flavoring the Cider
- 4
Infusing Flavors
After 24 hours, add the cinnamon sticks, cloves, fresh ginger, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Stir gently to combine.
- 5
Fermentation Process
Cover the pot again with the cloth and let it ferment in a dark, cool place for about 5-7 days. Stir daily and check for bubbling, indicating fermentation.
Carbonation and Serving
- 6
Adding Sparkling Water
After fermentation is complete, strain the mixture to remove the solids. In a large pitcher, combine the strained cider with sparkling water and honey, stirring gently to combine.
- 7
Chilling and Serving
Pour the sparkling cider into glasses. Serve chilled, and enjoy Wilson's Sparkling Ciders with friends and family!
