Supreme Apple Cider Vinegar Mother

For hard cider 8%-10% ABV, add 8 oz of mother to 16 oz of hard cider to make 24 oz of vinegar.

For hard cider 11%-16% ABV, add 8 oz of mother & 8 oz of water to 16 oz of hard cider to make 32 oz (1 qt.) of vinegar.

Place in glass, wood, or food safe HDPE plastic w/a removable top or holes allowing for aeration.

Cover holes or open top with cheesecloth to prevent insect infestation. Allow to sit 6-12 weeks.

Best temperatures are 80-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

You can reuse the new mother from your vinegar.