Making Craft Cider
A Ciderist’s Guide
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About this book
Small-scale cider production is big business. In recent years the drink has seen a surge in popularity which has been a boon not only to the large industrial makers but also to small producers and home cider makers who value taste and complexity. This book takes us through the history, concepts, practicalities and techniques of craft cider production. It looks at the different styles of cider, and the effect of fruit variety, climate and orchard location on the finished drink. Each step in the process of production is dealt with separately and explained, and the book concludes with a suggested method for the home cider maker. This is the perfect introduction for anyone considering cider making, and a fascinating explanation of the history and process of real cider production for anyone who simply enjoys drinking it.
Contents
- Cidermaking – Traditional and Scientific
- Apple Selection and Harvesting
- Cleaning, Sterilising, Scratting, Milling and Pressing
- Measurement, Blending and Additions
- Fermentation, Maturation, Dispensation and Tasting
- Sweet and Sparkling Cider and Cider Brandy
- Competitions, Wassails, Fetes, Raffles and Sales
- A Glossary
- Troubleshooting
- Equipment
- Tasting Methodology
- Further Reading
- Other Useful Information
Paperback; April 2011; 112 pages; ISBN: 9780747808176