Date: 17 Aug 2006 19:16:20
From: Cathy Weeks
Subject: Update to dead batch of cider
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Hi all,
I dumped out my dead cider this evening, and cleaned and sterilized the
gallon jug, and started a new batch of cider, using cider I KNEW had no
preservatives (well, the label specifically stated that it didn't). I
used the same kind of yeast as I did in my first (the successful)
batch, so I felt free to play with a different recipe - in this case I
used 2/3 of a cup of blueberry juice (which is surprisingly sour and
imparted a pleasant purple shade to the cider) and 2/3 of a cup of
boiled cider reduction (also preservative free) instead of sugar.
I pitched the yeast directly into the cider, added yeast nutrient, and
shook it vigorously before putting in the bung and the airlock. Within
3 hours, there was positive pressure in the airlock (all the water had
been pushed into the outer chamber) and I also saw my first bubble.
Cathy Weeks
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