Homemade Apple Cider Vinegar Recipe
Use your apple scraps to make homemade apple cider vinegar for both culinary and medicinal benefits!
Equipment
- 1 Glass jar with wide mouth and lid
- 1 Clean cloth or coffee filter
- 1 Rubber band
- 1 Fine mesh sieve or a few layers of cheesecloth
Ingredients
- Apple scraps (cores, peels, and any leftover apple parts)
- Sugar
- Water
Instructions
- Collect apple scraps, ensuring they are clean and free from mold or rot.
- Find a clean, glass jar with a wide mouth. The size of the jar will depend on the amount of apple scraps you have.
- Fill the jar halfway with apple scraps.
- Dissolve one to two tablespoons of sugar in a cup of water. Pour this mixture into the jar and continue mixing and pouring until the apple scraps are fully submerged.
- Place a clean cloth or coffee filter over the jar's mouth and secure it with a rubber band or string. This will allow the mixture to breathe while keeping out debris.
- Store the jar in a dark, warm place (around 60-80°F or 15-27°C) for about 3-4 weeks. Stir the mixture every few days.
- After the fermentation period, use a fine mesh sieve or a few layers of cheesecloth to strain the liquid into a clean bottle or jar. Seal it with a lid and store it in a cool, dark place.
- Allow your homemade apple cider vinegar to age for a few more weeks or even months for a richer flavor.