Back Sweetening is probably in the Top 3 for most asked questions on our Channel and in our Facebook Group. I’m going to show you 5 ways to back sweeten your mead, cider, wine and even beer! I go over the very simplest way to backsweeten all the way to the more advanced methods, and all the pitfalls and advantages of each method of sweetening your concoctions.
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Learn how to make alcohol at home using just 2 simple ingredients — apple juice and yeast.

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Technical Specs: Starting and Final Gravity readings for a perfect 6% result.

In this step-by-step guide, I’ll show you how easy it is to turn store-bought juice into real, drinkable hard cider in just a few days. This is the ultimate “No-Excuses” recipe—no special equipment, no extra sugar, and costs less than £1.25 to get started!

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The Quick Lab Specs:

Ingredients: 1L Aldi Apple Juice + 1/2 tsp Bread Yeast.

ABV: Approx. 6% (Natural sugar fermentation).

Method: “The Loose Cap” vent system.

Cost: Approx. £1.25 per Litre.

Watch till the end for fermentation tips and how to decant your cider like a pro to avoid the sediment!

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Equipment & Consumables I Use

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Cameras
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Sanitisation
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Brewing Equipment
Glass Demijohn 5L with 2 Piece Airlock and Bung https://amzn.to/3K9D9SJ
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Consumables
Mangrove Jacks Cider Yeast https://amzn.to/3X3cDNP
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Health, Safety & Legal Disclaimers

Health Warning:

This video is for viewers of legal drinking age only (18+ in the UK).

Drink Responsibly: Government guidelines recommend not regularly exceeding 14 units of alcohol per week. For support, visit Drinkaware.co.uk.

Pregnancy Warning: Alcohol consumption during pregnancy can cause lifelong harm to the baby.

Safety & Liability Disclaimer:

Sanitation: When using fresh fruit, ensure they are washed and all equipment is thoroughly sanitized to avoid wild yeast spoilage or bacteria.

Personal Responsibility: These methods represent my personal process at Rainford’s Brew Lab. Follow these steps at your own risk. I am not liable for any outcomes or injuries resulting from home brewing.

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What Happened to The Kombucha Shop After Shark Tank.
In 2018, Kate Field walked into Shark Tank with an easy way for people to brew kombucha at home. She was seeking a $350,000 investment for 10% of her business, The Kombucha Shop.
Kate got the idea in 2013 while teaching families about healthy eating. Realizing home-brewing kits were hard to find, she launched her own company with an initial cost of just $800. Her simple kits lowered the price of a bottle from $5 at the store down to just 25 cents at home.
During her pitch, the Sharks were grossed out by the strange-looking culture used to ferment tea. But behind that funny moment was an incredible sale record of $3.2 million. Sharks Barbara Corcoran and Sara Blakely saw huge potential and offered a joint investment of $200,000 plus a credit line. Kate gladly accepted.
Although the deal fell apart off-camera, exposure from the show sent sales booming with over 15,000 new orders. The brand expanded into Whole Foods, and in 2021, an entrepreneur completed the full purchase of her company in a multimillion-dollar acquisition. Today, with millions in revenue and a multi-million dollar net worth, Kate’s story proves you can turn a small idea into a massive victory!

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End to end process for making homebrew kombucha.