Brew a Crisp, Refreshing New Zealand Apple Cider at Home
Enjoy the fresh taste of New Zealand cider with the Brick Road NZ Apple Cider Kit. Made from 100% cider apple concentrate sourced from Central Otago cider apples, this premium cider kit produces a clean, crisp and refreshing dry cider with authentic apple flavour and aroma.
Designed for simplicity and outstanding results, this cider kit only requires 1kg of dextrose and a quality cider yeast to produce approximately 23 litres of delicious dry cider at around 4% ABV. Whether you're brewing your first cider or you're an experienced home brewer, Brick Road makes it easy to create a fresh, professional-quality cider at home.
Drink it as a crisp dry cider or customise it by adding lactose for a sweeter finish, fresh fruit, or Brick Road Fruit Flavour sachets to create your own unique fruit cider.
Why You'll Love This Kit
100% New Zealand cider apple concentrate
Made using Central Otago cider apples
Produces approximately 23 litres
Clean, crisp dry apple cider
Easy to brew
Perfect for beginners and experienced brewers
Customise with fruit or flavour sachets
Produces approximately 4% ABV with 1kg dextrose
Premium Brick Road quality
Flavour Profile
Brick Road NZ Apple Cider pours pale gold with brilliant clarity and a refreshing natural apple aroma. Fresh apple flavour leads into a clean, crisp finish with balanced acidity and subtle fruit sweetness, making it incredibly refreshing and highly drinkable.
Brew it as a traditional dry cider or adjust the sweetness to suit your taste by adding lactose during fermentation.
What's Included
Everything required to brew approximately 23 litres of premium apple cider.
Included:
- Brick Road NZ Apple Cider Concentrate
Additional Ingredients Required
- 1kg Dextrose
- 5–10g Quality Cider Yeast
Optional
- 200g Lactose for a medium cider
- 500g Lactose for a sweeter cider
- Fresh fruit or Brick Road Fruit Flavour sachets for flavoured cider variations
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Style | Dry Apple Cider |
| Batch Size | 23 Litres |
| Apple Source | Central Otago Cider Apples |
| Concentrate | 100% Cider Apple Concentrate |
| Additional Fermentable | 1kg Dextrose |
| Yeast Required | 5–10g Cider Yeast |
| Approximate Alcohol | 4% ABV |
| Fermentation Time | 6–14 Days |
Brewing Instructions
Simply add:
- Brick Road NZ Apple Cider concentrate
- 1kg dextrose
- 5–10g cider yeast
- Water to 23 litres
Ferment for approximately 6–14 days, depending on fermentation temperature and yeast selection.
Package once fermentation is complete and enjoy fresh, crisp homemade cider.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this made from real apples?
Yes. Brick Road NZ Apple Cider is made using 100% cider apple concentrate sourced from Central Otago cider apples, giving it an authentic fresh apple character.
How much cider does it make?
One kit produces approximately 23 litres of finished cider.
Do I need yeast?
Yes. Add 5–10g of quality cider yeast to complete fermentation.
Can I make it sweeter?
Absolutely. For a medium cider, add approximately 200g lactose. For a sweeter cider, add 500g lactose during preparation.
Can I add fruit?
Yes. The clean apple base makes an excellent foundation for fruit ciders. Add fresh fruit or compatible fruit flavourings after fermentation to create your own unique cider.
How long does fermentation take?
Most batches finish within 6 to 14 days, depending on yeast selection and fermentation temperature.
Why Buy from Border Brewing?
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