Thanks guys, I am getting ready to make a couple hopped ciders for the first time. I was curious on how long to keep the hops in the cider. Thanks for the info. Looking forward to making it.
@turbotrout821612 күн бұрын
hi, once its been bottled if i leave the bottles on their side and turn them ever so often will it improve the flavour in any way?
@Hesifilm21 күн бұрын
The fruit juice sold here contains 20% fruit juice and the rest is water and additives. Can I make wine with it?
@dejanm572723 күн бұрын
You two have such a calm and nice demeanor, it was my pleasure watching your videos. I've been a subscriber for years. All the best of luck in the future, and cheers from Croatia!
@LynxswildАй бұрын
The cider industry needs to take a hard look at why we have stalled and are now going backwards. Yes, the alcohol beverage category is suffering now, but since cider makes such a tiny % of market share, there is plenty of room to increase that share of a slightly shrinking pie, but we are not. Like every lost election, the ‘reason’ proffered usually maps pretty close to one’s long held grievances and strongly held priors. A culture of cider has not been developed and with few exceptions has failed to grow out of the ‘beer alternative’ space. There is so much abundance and diversity in cider that it should be celebrated for its own sake, bringing nature and tradition to the table in a sustainable and accessible way. Cider can be a low alcohol alternative to grape wine for the table. It has a low carbon footprint with local orchards (carbon sinks) and minimum transport costs. Tap friendly for minimal waste. Literally hundreds of blends and varieties from the various pome fruit alone to encourage exploration and creativity. Etc. Opportunities are slipping through our fingers as the industry is desperately clinging to that flavored cider tap at the local micro brewery that is itself struggling to stay open where the buyer has been strong armed into exchanging the local craft self distributed cider for the regional corporate behemoth dominating the distributor. Let’s act now and make changes.
@peacemaker-ni4jo2 ай бұрын
I really appreciate y'all very in depth videos explaining everything for novices like me I've just started my journey n do a lot of research n find myself landing on your channel a lot thank you
@Number12CiderАй бұрын
Thank you. We appreciate the sentiment.
@rustyshackelman2 ай бұрын
I’ve learned a ton from you guys, thank you for your time and expertise. Hope your next endeavor is great and successful. 🙏
@MrOnlineCoder2 ай бұрын
Damn, I've just found batch of your amazing videos regarding cider making, wanted to subscribe but then saw this video. Sad, but I'm happy for the content you have created, good luck to you
@Number12CiderАй бұрын
Thank you
@davidvincentwynd2 ай бұрын
Hi all, I can’t find the tasting video, is it available?
@McKeanKyle2 ай бұрын
Its been fun meeting and drinking cider with all your cider makers the past couple years. From Duluth Cider's Cider Maker to your Cider Makers cheers guys.
@Number12Cider2 ай бұрын
Thank you and right back at you!
@jdesmond41012 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear this guys. Best of luck to you
@zonman2 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear this. I've really enjoyed your videos and they were a big help as I was getting back into homebrewing mead and cider last year. I wish you guys were closer as I'd probably be a regular there. Good luck in whatever you decide to do next.
@johnysteps24182 ай бұрын
Gutted. You have both helped me with my own cider development over the last few years and I really enjoyed your videos. I was hoping at some point to pop over the pond from the UK to visit. Anyway all the best to you and thank you for everything. PS: Do you do a courier service to the UK? Thanks, John.
@Number12Cider2 ай бұрын
Thank you John. No - we do not have the ability to send product to the UK but thank you for the sentiment.
@johnjanikowski92642 ай бұрын
Sad to hear, was hoping to visit in future from Illinois. I have enjoyed your videos, cider making information and personalities. Good luck with your future endeavors. Cheers 🍻
@jonathanflud4922 ай бұрын
I hope the video's stay up I just started watching and haven't watched them all yet
@anders.svensson2 ай бұрын
that was sad! I learn so much from you. Good Luck with your next step!!!! I hope your videos remains here on KZbin!!!!
@JPM19562 ай бұрын
Thank you gentlemen. You have taught me a lot about making cider. I wish your store was closer - I'd celebrate with you. Good luck with whatever comes next.
@whatsnext85482 ай бұрын
I've been watching you for a fair bit of time but never commented before. Thank you for everything and good luck with whatever you plan on next. You have made an impact on my curiosity and early undertakings within this hobby.
@alchemikas5552 ай бұрын
WIll your videos remain on youtube or you will take down the channel?
@Number12Cider2 ай бұрын
They will stay up. Thanks.
@veradomanski76233 ай бұрын
You guys are the Flim and Flam irl
@joehommes73643 ай бұрын
Wondering what kind of wine yeast you recommend for Harrelson apples in Minnesota? I’m looking for a yeast which will really emphasize the apple flavor.
@anders.svensson3 ай бұрын
Great tutorial! :) (please turn the music off i next video :) ) When you brew the high brix solution how and when du you stop the fementation? So it is sweet! :)
@Number12Cider2 ай бұрын
It should stop itself in this context because the yeast cannot tolerate the high alcohol level.
@WainesWorld3 ай бұрын
Hello all . I have 16 litres of apple juice from concentrate . With 4 bottles of ŁOWICZ SYRUP WITH STRAWBERRY FLAVOURED 400ML. This has 75 g of sugar in it no preservatives . The og of this concoction is 1.080 . I know it will be a high Abv . And it will be dry. If I let it ferment out the stop the yeast with a yeast stopper . Can I then sweeten with the ŁOWICZ SYRUP WITH STRAWBERRY FLAVOURED 400ML ?
@cbk12323 ай бұрын
I think adding sweetener when you drink it is the easiest!!
@elbowstancenow15193 ай бұрын
Can i use sodium metabisulfite?
@Number12Cider2 ай бұрын
Yes
@jasonbrinkman523 ай бұрын
Awesome video. Do you feel that traditional apple pressing produces a better cider? Regarding your racking to secondary, any concerns about the head space? With mead that would not go over well.
@Number12Cider2 ай бұрын
Cider apples make for better cider but pressing yourself we do not believe changes the outcome. For traditional cider-makers, they like to have control of the pressing to make sure it is done right but otherwise, good juice is good juice.
@jasonbrinkman523 ай бұрын
I stumbled across your videos and love them! I'm getting into brewing hard cider ( been doing Mead). Do you ferment dry or stop the fermentation to avoid backsweetening? Do you do anything to kill the wild yeast before adding your specific yeast of choice? Thanks in advance and can't wait to get to Minneapolis to sample!!
@Number12Cider2 ай бұрын
Thanks. Yes, look at our other videos but we generally sulfite before the ferment to kill off the wild yeast - that is when we are pitching yeast. We generally have not stopped the fermentation intentionally but it is common in France. That requires a method that deprives the yeast of nutrient to finish the job. Otherwise it can be done with sulfites and the like.
@ragnavald_79854 ай бұрын
Hi guys. Do you have a take on pasteurization before primary if the juice is orchard fresh? Is it necessary? Is it preferable flavorwise in regards to allowing the yeast to shine through? What are possible flavor developments, either good or bad to fermenting raw in primary? Thanks!
@Number12Cider2 ай бұрын
We would definately not "prefer" pasteurized juice to ferment. Pasteurization can be said to lend a slightly "cooked" flavor to the product although I think that is over-stated for a typical flash or 155 degree heat. Raw juice is going to be more susceptible to the bacteria that exists in your location but the sulfite dosage generally takes care of that. Traditional cider makers like the raw juice and the potential complexities that come out of that ferment but in our opinion, pasteurization does not materially impact the outcome.
@darrenday67234 ай бұрын
How much yeast should you use for 5L. I've put in about 5g in my 1st batch, should i adjust that!
@Number12Cider2 ай бұрын
Obviously we are talking about dry yeast here. That sounds about like a typical 5g dosage so it should work fine. I would not worry too much about putting too much in as you can rack it off the lees after the ferment is complete.
@Joe.86714 ай бұрын
Where did you guys go are you ever gonna come back and make videos
@Number12Cider2 ай бұрын
Sorry - that is undecided. We have decided to close Number 12 though so everything is a bit up in the air right now...
@d.g.28964 ай бұрын
This is the most coherent video on cider making on YT
@Number12Cider2 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@eddypenn27314 ай бұрын
Not sure if this has been asked if so sorry. In the video all the sugar in the cider has been fermented, and the gravity is 1.000. Would you add less sugar to carbonate if the all the sugar had not been fermented say 1.008?
@Number12Cider2 ай бұрын
That is true.
@valeriatye79795 ай бұрын
Thanks for your videos! I only have about 10 lbs each of apples and pears and was contemplating combining the two to make an apple/pear cider. However from everything I have read, perry sounds like it can be a bit more temperamental than apple cider. I am wondering if a better option is just to top off with store bought apple juice since I probably wont have enough apples and add in pear juice like you have in this video. Do you have experience making perry?
@Number12Cider2 ай бұрын
We have yes. Pear cider tends to be lower acid so more susceptible to going bad. Adding apple or acid helps prevent that but takes away from the pear essence. Store bought apple juice can be used or store bought pear juice. Good pears for cider are hard to find (at least for us :)).
@user-ri8fn6sz7z5 ай бұрын
You could ferment the apple juice right in the containers you bought them in. Once fermentation starts just loosen the lid slightly. Put a coffee filter on it and tighten but not fully. Then use the beer maker to finish them and from there bottle them. No need for that bucket.
@DrGaryGreen5 ай бұрын
What about lactose? Doesn't break down in yeast.
@moaonaabe89555 ай бұрын
Why does this seem like a dick measuring contest with the old guy with the beard trying to out do the young guy while rolling his eyes and acting like he pissed and drunk?
@ronmontonera52415 ай бұрын
Great videos guys. Thanks for taking the time to create! Here in North Carolina, our different styles of apples mature several weeks or months apart. For added depth and complexity, post fermentation blend seems to be the only option. is it necessary to use the same yeast strain for every batch?
@kennycelt6 ай бұрын
Does oxidation impact the Cider and should we try to limit contact with oxygen after fermentation and before bottling? Great informative video.🇮🇪
@TheOrderofNobi7 ай бұрын
Do you use a Valcorim Machine?
@Number12Cider6 ай бұрын
We do not.
@wrengifts7 ай бұрын
Great information! Hopefully you guys make more videos
@OutlawSpirits7 ай бұрын
Shocked I just now found your channel. Better late than never.
@cameronsalas23658 ай бұрын
My first successful 5 gallon batch is force carbing in a keg now. Next experience is gona be cherry apple cider
@Spaghetti_Arms8 ай бұрын
After canning the cider from the keg, how long is it good for? Does it lose its carbonation after a short period?
@Justin-hn1ik8 ай бұрын
Do you have inks to the 1st metal press and the grinder?
@suburbanhomesteaderwy-az9 ай бұрын
Great video, thanks for the information.
@MaxIsBackInTown10 ай бұрын
I really like your videos I hope you start making them again.
@Number12Cider9 ай бұрын
Thank you. We have been distracted but intend to get back to it.
@davidperks197310 ай бұрын
Wouldn’t back sweetening with cherry juice just start a fermentation in the bottle?
@Number12Cider9 ай бұрын
You will need to look at our back-sweetening video on how to avoid that.
@Jam1metallica10 ай бұрын
Would you make a video of halting the fermentation process?
@Number12Cider9 ай бұрын
Good idea. Thanks. We hope to get back to making videos again soon.
@RogerDuly11 ай бұрын
I fortify my cider by adding brown sugar and raisins.
@raymond-wk2gp Жыл бұрын
Could you use the sugar tablets that go in the bottle like for beer carbonation, seems like it would take the guesswork out of the equation
@Number12Cider9 ай бұрын
Not familiar with such tablets but yes, a pre-measured dose for each bottle would work as well.