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Applejack Recipe From Fresh Apples

Homemade Applejack brings a delightful apple flavor with a touch of spice, perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 10 cups fresh apple juice about 20-25 apples
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon allspice
  • 1 packet of yeast cider or wine yeast

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Strainer or cheesecloth
  • Fermentation container
  • Airlock
  • Bottles for storage

Method
 

  1. Start by washing and slicing your apples to extract the juice.
  2. Using a juicer or a blender, process the apples until they are finely pureed, then strain the mixture to collect the juice.
  3. In a large pot, combine the fresh apple juice, sugar, and spices.
  4. Gently heat the mixture over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, avoiding boiling.
  5. Once the sugar has dissolved, remove the pot from heat and allow it to cool to room temperature.
  6. Once cooled, sprinkle the yeast over the juice mixture and stir gently.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a fermentation container and seal it with an airlock.
  8. Let it sit in a dark, cool place for about 1-2 weeks.
  9. After fermentation, strain the liquid into clean bottles, leaving sediment behind.
  10. Seal the bottles and store them in a cool, dark place.

Notes

Serve chilled or over ice; pairs well with cheese platters and cocktails.