Language
Portuguese
Duration
2h30
Difficulty
Beginner
Next Date
04/07/2026

Artisan cider workshop in Almada at Homie Academy for anyone who has always been curious about making their own cider but never known where to start. This 2.5-hour hands-on session takes you through the full fundamentals of artisan cider production, from fruit selection and ingredient combinations to fermentation techniques and the practical tips you need to start making cider at home. The session closes with a tasting and a toast together. All ingredients, materials and the recipe are included and every participant leaves with a sample to take home.

The session moves through the full production process step by step. An introduction to the world of artisan cider and the different styles that exist opens the experience before moving into a detailed explanation of fruits, sugars and the ingredients used in production. You learn the basic preparation and fermentation techniques before a full demonstration of the artisan production process, with practical tips and essential care instructions for making cider successfully at home. The final tasting and social moment brings everyone together to try what was made and raise a glass to the craft.

What you’ll learn

🍎 The fundamentals of artisan cider production and the different styles available

🍎 How to select and combine fruits for different flavours and aromas

🍎 The role of sugars and fermentation in creating a distinctive cider

🍎 Basic preparation and fermentation techniques for home cider production

🍎 Practical tips and essential care for making cider successfully at home

What’s included

🍻 All ingredients and production materials for the full session

🍻 Full guidance from the Homie Academy team throughout

🍻 The cider recipe to take home

🍻 A sample of cider to take away after the tasting

What you leave with

The recipe, a sample, and everything you need to start making your own artisan cider at home from this point forward.

We are Homie Academy, a creative space in Almada dedicated to learning and shared experiences across multiple areas, designed for all age groups. Our workshops are built around the pleasure of making something together, sharing knowledge and leaving with skills and memories that last beyond the session itself.

Duration 2.5 hours. Takes place in Almada at Homie Academy. All ingredients and materials included. No prior experience needed.