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Essential Cider Making Ingredients for Perfect Fermentation
Create your best batch of hard cider yet with our Cider Making Ingredients collection. Whether you’re making a dry, sparkling cider or a sweet, fruit-forward blend, the right balance of yeast, nutrients, and flavor additions will help you achieve professional results at home. Craft a Brew’s cider ingredients are hand-selected to deliver crispness, clarity, and character from the first pour to the last sip.
Top Cider Making Ingredients
- SafCider AB-1 – A clean, balanced cider yeast ideal for dry or semi-sweet styles.
- Lalvin EC-1118 – A versatile wine yeast perfect for crisp, high-alcohol ciders.
- Malic Acid – Enhances tart apple character and balances sweetness for a refreshing finish.
- Fermaid O – Nutrient support for healthy fermentation and clean flavor development.
- Erythritol – A non-fermentable sweetener used for backsweetening without restarting fermentation.
- Oregon Fruit Purees – Add layers of fruit flavor, from tart cherry to tropical mango.
What’s Inside the Cider Making Ingredients Collection
- Cider Yeasts – Reliable fermentation strains like SafCider and Lalvin yeasts that produce clean, bright cider bases.
- Nutrients & Energizers – Support yeast performance with Fermaid O, Go-Ferm, and Yeast Energizer.
- Acid Adjusters – Balance sweetness and acidity using Malic Acid, Citric Acid, and Acid Blend.
- Flavor Additions – Enhance body and complexity with Wine Tannin, Oak Spirals, or spices.
- Sweeteners – Try Erythritol or Vermont Maple Syrup for custom sweetness levels.
- Clarifiers – Use Pectic Enzyme or Gelatin Finings for crystal-clear ciders.
Why Use Cider Making Ingredients from Craft a Brew?
- Consistent Results – Every ingredient is formulated for small-batch precision and repeatable success.
- Professional-Grade Quality – Trusted by both homebrewers and craft cidermakers.
- Balanced Flavor Control – Adjust sweetness, tartness, and mouthfeel to your taste preferences.
- All-Natural Formulations – No artificial additives or preservatives—just clean, high-quality ingredients.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of yeast should I use for cider?
We recommend SafCider AB-1 for crisp, dry ciders or Lalvin EC-1118 for higher alcohol or sparkling varieties.
Do I need to add acid to my cider?
Yes. Adjusting acidity with Malic Acid or Acid Blend balances sweetness and enhances the fresh apple character.
How can I backsweeten my cider safely?
Use Erythritol for natural sweetness that won’t ferment, or stabilize your cider with Potassium Sorbate before adding sugar or maple syrup.
When should I use Pectic Enzyme?
Add Pectic Enzyme before fermentation to prevent haze and improve clarity in your finished cider.
Can I use oak in cider?
Yes! Oak Spirals add depth and roundness, mimicking barrel aging for a richer, more complex flavor profile.
Craft Crisp, Balanced Ciders at Home
Whether you prefer dry, sweet, or fruit-infused styles, the Cider Making Ingredients collection gives you complete control over every batch. Combine premium yeast, nutrients, and flavor additions to brew cider that’s refreshingly original—crafted your way.
