Cider making is the process of fermenting apple juice to create cider, a popular alcoholic beverage. The first step involves selecting ripe apples, which are then washed, crushed, and pressed to extract the juice. This juice is collected and can be filtered to remove solids before fermentation. During fermentation, yeast is added to the apple juice, converting sugars into alcohol and carbon dioxide. This process can take several weeks to months, depending on the desired flavor and alcohol content. Once fermentation is complete, the cider is often aged, filtered, and then bottled for consumption.