Blackrock Cider Primary fermentation

[potatoes]

Hi All,

I broke my hydrometer the other day and currently have a Blackrock cider in primary FV. The cider seems to be taking ages to finish primary fermentation. Its been bubbling away for 19 days This seems like a long time compared to my stock standard coopers stout which is finished with 10 days. Has anyway made this kit before? how long does cider take to finish fermentation? Any suggestions welcomed.

Spuds.

[HighHops]

You're right this seems like a long time, but it depends what temperature you've brewed at. The only way to be sure is to take a hydro reading. Invest in a new one. It's well worth it.

[potatoes]

Have ordered a second Hyrdometer now. Will see what the reading is when it arrive. www.brewxpress.co.uk seem to have pretty good charges for P & P is anyone needs HB gear.

[potatoes]

just measured it, it was 1.000 exact. getting bottled now...

[scottmoss]

Hi,

take a look at http://www.thethriftyshopper.co.uk for good postage offer.

[potatoes]

Hi,

take a look at http://www.thethriftyshopper.co.uk for good postage offer.

For some reason this link doesnt work . Is there site down or my computer retarded?

[scottmoss]

Umm... I've just clicked on it and it worked perfectly. Give it another try.

[potatoes]

Umm... I've just clicked on it and it worked perfectly. Give it another try.

just tried it and they seem really good. are you the owner? or a loyal customer?

[scottmoss]

A loyal customer, they are based in Warrington i think.

They have been really helpfull and their delivery is really good.

[TonyT40]

Hi

This is my first kit ever . How long should it take to start fermenting. Thanks in advance.

Tony

[potatoes]

Hi Tony,

Mine kicked off pretty quickly. Its a cider yeast though, so dont be expecting any yeast floating on top. It kind of ferments without head, if you get what I mean.

Dan

[TonyT40]

Hi dan

Thanksfor the reply Sounds about right. A fewwarm days and Its been bubbling away but no head. How clear will it get by the end of primary fermentation?

Tony

[dowden87]

Mine has been bottled for about a week now and its pretty clear already! tasted some yesterday with some ice was good fp

[TonyT40]

Day 13 and still bubbling! It might have to stay in another week as I won't get time to bottle it before I go away on Friday at this rate.

[TonyT40]

Day 15. Still going. Looks like it will be staying in the bucket while I am on hols.