Apfelsaft aus eigenen Äpfeln: Vom Baum direkt ins Glas!

Apple juice from our own apples: From the tree straight into the bottle!

Nothing tastes as good as juice from the fruit of your own orchard – and it's sustainable too. In this guide, you'll learn how to turn your apples into delicious direct juice, which varieties are ideal, and why Bag-in-Box packaging combined with holders from Felecity is the ultimate choice for enjoyment and aesthetics.

1. Where can you get apples pressed?

Option Brief explanation
Stationary Press Traditional cider mills usually accept fruit from ≈ 50 kg. Call ahead to inquire about appointments – late summer to autumn is peak season.
Mobile Juice Press Trailers with complete pressing & pasteurizing technology tour many regions. Book appointments online, deliver fruit, take juice with you right away.
Cider Mill Directories NABU maintains a nationwide list of over 400 stationary & mobile cider mills – simply enter your postcode to find the nearest press. (NABU - Naturschutzbund Deutschland e.V.)

Tip: Plan early – appointments, especially on weekends, are quickly booked up.

2. When does it pay off?

  • Rule of thumb for yield: From 1 kg of apples, you get about 0.6 – 0.7 l of juice. Conversely: For 10 l of juice, you need approximately 15 – 17 kg of fruit.

  • Minimum quantities: Many businesses start from ≈ 50 kg; below that, a small quantity surcharge often applies.

For it to really be worth the trip, aim for at least one well-filled wheelbarrow (50 kg +) or several large buckets.

3. The best apple varieties for aromatic juice

Variety Taste & special features
Elstar Balanced sweet-sour, high juice yield – basis for a rounded taste.
Jonagold Fruity with a hint of honey; ideal for blending with tart varieties.
Boskoop Strong acidity, brings freshness and shelf life to the juice.
Gravensteiner Intense aroma of summer meadow – a pure delight.
Idared Light, clear juice; mild acidity, therefore popular with children.

Mix it! The most exciting juices often result from a mixture of sweet and tart varieties in a 2:1 ratio.

4. Bag-in-Box: Ideal for freshly pressed apple juice

  • Long shelf life: Pasteurized juice remains fresh for > 12 months unopened, and 2 – 3 weeks once opened in the bag.

  • Space-saving & shatterproof: Cardboard & foil bags weigh significantly less than glass.

  • More sustainable: Less packaging material, fully recyclable.

  • Easy portioning: Tap instead of bottle chaos.

5. How to make your apple juice really stand out – with Felecity

5.1 Minimalist Look: Felecity Bag-in-Box Holder

The 3 / 5 / 10-liter Bag-in-Box holder from Felecity is the elegant base for your carton:

  • 3D-printed from biodegradable PLA, Made in Germany.

  • Non-slip pads keep everything securely on the table edge.

  • Compact, lightweight, and available in various sizes & colors.

👉 To the product: View Bag-in-Box holders

5.2 Complete System: The Felecity Wine & Juice Dispenser

If you want the cardboard box to completely disappear, opt for the 5 or 3-liter Bag-in-Box dispenser:

  • The carton is inserted into a shapely PLA container – only the tap remains visible.

  • Minimalist design fits on any kitchen or bar surface.

  • Multi-part, disassemblable & reusable – perfect for garden parties or the office.

👉 To the product: Discover Bag-in-Box dispensers

6. Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Harvest: Pick or gather ripe, unblemished fruits, sort out leaves & rotten ones.

  2. Weigh: Ensure minimum quantity (≈ 50 kg).

  3. Book appointment: Select stationary cider mill or mobile press.

  4. Press & Pasteurize: Watch on-site and have juice filled directly into Bag-in-Box.

  5. Cool & Store: Let cartons cool for 24 hours, then store in a cool & dark place.

  6. Serve: Place carton in the Felecity holder or dispenser, pull out the tap – done!

Conclusion

Homemade apple juice combines regionality, zero waste, and authentic taste. With Bag-in-Box, you have the ideal packaging, and Felecity provides the stylish holders that bring your juice to any table. So gather your apples, book a pressing appointment, and make your next brunch an apple juice highlight!

Discover now: All Bag-in-Box holders & dispensers at www.felecity.de.

Good luck with the harvest and cheers to your own apple juice!

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