497:Beginner Cider Makers Q&A Advice from Professional Cider Makers (Archive)

This archival episode of Cider Chat brings together five experienced cider makers answering real-world questions from beginners at CiderCon 2019 . Originally released as Episodes 174 and 175, this combined feature presents a comprehensive Q&A covering everything from fermentation and stabilization to business strategy, equipment, and scaling a cidery. The discussion bridges the gap between hobby cider making and commercial production, offering practical insights grounded in real experience. Panelists Marcus Robert – Tieton Cider Works , Washington Tim Godfrey – Golden State Cider , California Eleanor Leger – Eden Specialty Cider , Vermont Brent Myles – Sly Clyde Cider , Virginia Ben Calvi – Vermont Cider Co , Vermont Moderated by Cider Chat MC Ria Windcaller 00:00 Cider Choices Matter 01:27 Episode Setup 03:02 Ciderville Event News 05:41 Support The Podcast 06:31 Patron Shoutouts 10:34 Panel Introductions 14:34 Defining Cider 15:32 Lessons Learned 18:55 Residual Sugar Safety 23:51 Contract Vs Taproom 27:13 Ice Cider Deep Dive 33:11 Settling Juice Tips 34:40 Solids and Enzymes 35:06 Plastic Fermenters Tips 36:41 Profitability and Distribution 40:54 Learn on Someone Else 41:27 Core Ciders Strategy 45:43 Tasting Room Location 49:43 Funding and Crowdfunding 52:07 Essential Lab Gear 53:54 Filtration and Hopbacks 58:05 Fermentation Temperature Control 01:01:03 Wrap Up and Sign Off Find the full show notes for Episode 497 at CiderChat.com Direct Link at: Listen to wherever you get your podcasts and don't forget to

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497:Beginner Cider Makers Q&A Advice from Professional Cider Makers (Archive) is an episode from Cider Chat by Ria Windcaller.

This episode is 01:02:16 long.

This episode was published on Apr 1, 2026.

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