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Cider making as a traditional craft

Cider making as a traditional craft

Posted on 20. Oct, 2009 by Jim C.

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Cider making goes back centuries, to 1204 AD to be precise (more in Cider History). From Roman, to Victorian times when many orchards were planted in and around farm estates. Many cider makers look for ways to supplement the income from their tennanted farming. This was the case for Henry Weston in the village of [...]

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Basic Equipment for Cider Making

Basic Equipment for Cider Making

Posted on 07. Aug, 2009 by Jim C.

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Here is a list of the basic equipment for Cider Making, you can get these items from any good home-brew shop or even ebay for a job lot. Sterilising and cleaning: Sodium metabisulphite and nylon long handled bottle brush Washing: Plastic tub or dustbin – to wash apples Scratting: Sturdy plastic bucket and timber for [...]

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