Well, I’m enjoying a cold glass of my “hooch-style” cider tonight too. Though it tastes like Boone’s Farm apple wine.
I used the cheapest generic “cider” since it was my first try- it was so insipid tasting I couldn’t even drink what I removed to make room for the yeast and sugar . But now that I know I can do it I’ve gotten a much better juice- and got it in bottles that my stoppers fit- and am eager to try again.
Left the apfelwine in the carboy to finish clearing after all. Another week and then I’m siphomimg it off to secondaries and starting again.
Hope to get some really good fresh local juice or cider soon to use.
I don’t think there are any hobbies as rewarding and intriguing that one can get started in for under $25!
I agree!