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Enhance Every Batch with Cider Nutrients & Additives
Crafting a delicious, balanced cider takes more than just juice and yeast — it’s about supporting fermentation, refining texture, and adding depth to flavor. Our Cider Nutrients & Additives collection includes all the essentials you need to create a professional-quality cider at home. From yeast energizers that boost fermentation to oak spirals that add subtle character, these ingredients help your cider reach its full potential.
Top Cider Nutrients & Additives
- Priming Sugar – Achieve perfect bottle carbonation for crisp, sparkling ciders.
- Fermaid O – Organic yeast nutrient that promotes strong, clean fermentation.
- Yeast Nutrient – Provides essential minerals and nitrogen for healthy yeast activity.
- Erythritol – A natural non-fermentable sweetener perfect for backsweetening cider.
- Vermont Maple Syrup – Add a touch of natural sweetness and complexity to your cider blends.
Explore Additives for Every Style
- Fermentation Support – Use Fermaid K or DAP for nutrient-rich fermentation and consistent attenuation.
- Clarity & Stability – Add Pectic Enzyme to improve clarity and reduce haze caused by fruit pectin.
- Flavor Enhancement – Infuse depth with American Oak Spirals or a dash of Wine Tannin for structure and mouthfeel.
- Sweetness & Balance – Experiment with Demerara Sugar or Erythritol to balance tart ciders naturally.
Why Choose Craft a Brew Additives?
- Quality Ingredients – Professional-grade nutrients and adjuncts for reliable results in every batch.
- Flavor Precision – Designed to refine mouthfeel, aroma, and carbonation for perfect cider profiles.
- Versatile Use – Ideal for apple, pear, and fruit-blend ciders, as well as meads and wines.
- Easy Application – Pre-measured, homebrewer-friendly packaging ensures consistency every time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need yeast nutrient for cider?
Yes. Using yeast nutrient or Fermaid O supports healthy fermentation and helps prevent stuck ferments.
How can I backsweeten cider naturally?
You can use non-fermentable sweeteners like Erythritol or maple syrup for smooth sweetness without restarting fermentation.
What’s the best way to clarify cider?
Pectic Enzyme breaks down fruit pectin, improving clarity and reducing haze for a professional look.
Can oak improve my cider?
Yes! Oak spirals and chips add vanilla, spice, and toast notes that round out cider flavor beautifully.
What’s the purpose of wine tannin in cider?
Wine Tannin adds structure, balance, and dryness to enhance body and mouthfeel.
Craft Better, Balance Perfectly
With Cider Nutrients & Additives from Craft a Brew, you can perfect your cider’s flavor, texture, and stability. Explore our full range of nutrients, sweeteners, and finishing agents to create ciders that taste as good as they look.
