It was a yearly tradition for Keith to make apple cider with his class. So, since he doesn't have a teaching job, he decided to put the cider press to work in our own backyard.
Yesterday, Keith went to an apple orchard and picked up some cider apples. He was able to get "thirds" as they say, to use for cider making. Whenever he tried to start making the cider yesterday, it started to rain. So, he postponed it until today, which was a beautiful day outdoors.
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| From apples....to apple cider!!! |
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| Cranking the apples in to mush... |
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| From the bucket, he pours it into the gallon jug. |
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Our fall harvest!
1 1/2 bushel of apples = 3 gallons of apple cider |
Brittney had a lot of fun doing this in Mr.Wittebols class! (and then drinking it at the Thanksgiving feast) Glad you are carrying it on now as a family tradition! =)
ReplyDeleteHeather W.
What fun! I know of some homeschoolers that would LOVE to make cider with Mr. Wittebols! If he is interested (this year or next, whatever) just give a holler and we'll come with willing hands & apples in tow! :-)
ReplyDelete-Jenn Kallman