Brick Road Central Otago Apple Cider Base

Craft a Crisp, Pub-Quality Cider from the Heart of New Zealand

Unlock the pure, refreshing taste of a real apple cider, straight from the sun-drenched orchards of Central Otago. Our concentrate is crafted from 100% cider apples, capturing the region's crisp, clean character in every bottle. This is your blank canvas for creating a deliciously dry, smashable cider that’s free from preservatives and full of authentic flavour.

Note: Yeast not included.

Your Journey to Perfect Homebrew Starts Here:

Brewing your own superior cider is simple and rewarding. Just follow these easy steps:

1. The Foundation: Pour the 1-liter bottle of premium cider apple concentrate into your sanitized fermenter.

2. Add Sugar: Add 1kg of dextrose to the fermenter.

3. Add Water: Top up with clean water to make 23 litres.

4. Check Temperature: Ensure the mixture is within the temperature range recommended on your yeast packet. This is a vital step for a healthy fermentation!

5. Pitch Yeast: Once the temperature is right, add your 5-10g sachet of quality cider yeast and stir well.

6. Ferment: Seal your fermenter and let it work its magic for 6-14 days (fermentation time depends on temperature).

7. Enjoy the Results: You’ll be rewarded with 23L of crisp, dry apple cider at approximately 4% ABV.

Make It Uniquely Yours: Build Your Perfect Cider, Brick-by-Brick

While delicious on its own, this concentrate is designed for your creativity.

• Prefer a Sweeter Cider? Easy. For a medium cider, add 200g of lactose at step 2. For a sweet cider, add 500g of lactose.

• Crave a Fruit Cider? This is the perfect base for our Brick Road Fruit Flavour Sachets. Simply add one during fermentation to create your favourite fruit-infused cider, from berry blush to tangy citrus.

Why You'll Love Brewing with Brick Road:

• Superior Taste, Simple Process: We’ve searched the world to perfect this concentrate, so you can easily brew a fresh, flavourful cider that rivals—and often beats—anything you can buy commercially.

• Your Cider, Your Rules: This is more than a recipe; it's a foundation. We provide the highest-quality base, and you have the freedom to build your own unique recipes.

• Endless Possibilities: For more inspiration and advanced recipe options, be sure to check the label.

Follow the Brick Road to a fresher, better-tasting cider. Your homebrew adventure awaits!