{"title":"Happy Valley Ranch Cider \u0026 Wine Presses","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose a press around your fruit and workflow. Yakima and Homesteader wine presses squeeze prepared soft fruit; cider press-and-grinder models prepare apples and then press the pulp. MEGA kits add model-matched powered-grinding accessories and supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"happy-valley-ranch-hvr-hvramericanharvester","title":"Happy Valley Ranch American Harvester Cider Press \u0026 Grinder","description":"\u003cp\u003eA larger apple harvest is easier to manage when grinding and pressing can happen at separate stations. The American Harvester uses two tubs so one batch can be prepared while another is pressed. Its hand-operated layout suits orchard owners and homesteaders who want a durable, repairable press without depending on a motor for the basic process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose the right setup for your harvest\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose this double-tub layout when keeping a batch moving matters more than minimizing the equipment footprint. Grinding and pressing are separate operations: the grinder prepares pulp, and the screw applies the pressure. Juice output depends on fruit condition, preparation and technique; a fixed gallons-per-hour output is not promised.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications that matter\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLayout\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo-tub cider press and grinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLaminated hard maple; notched and cross-bolted joints\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrinding drum\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard maple with inset stainless-steel teeth; factory-coated drum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePress screw\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 1\/2-inch Acme-threaded screw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlywheel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 lb cast iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTubs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo hardwood tubs; each 12 inches high × 13 1\/2 inches diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eJuice racks\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStandard finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnfinished press wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican Harvester press and Apple Eater grinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo tubs and two juice racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore your first batch\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe standard setup is hand-operated. Motor kit, wheel kit, pressing bags, lubricant and finishing supplies are separate unless explicitly selected or included in a different kit. The grinding drum is hard maple with inset stainless-steel teeth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by Happy Valley Ranch’s two-year manufacturer warranty. Manufacturer terms govern coverage and exclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the press after use and follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions. Freshly pressed juice is unpasteurized; use appropriate food-handling practices for your intended storage or fermentation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose your wood finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard unfinished wood is the base configuration. The optional factory finish adds $450: Happy Valley Ranch applies two coats of EZ-DO and hand-sands the press before shipment. This is a service performed on a new press, not a separate can of coating. Allow additional preparation time for the finished configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree standard shipping to the contiguous United States. Ships directly from the supplier. Supplier processing is usually 3–5 business days; assembly, finishing and peak-season demand can extend preparation time. Alaska, Hawaii and territories are not included in this shipping offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/happy-valley-ranch\"\u003eShop Happy Valley Ranch presses, parts and supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Standard unfinished","offer_id":67943958217014,"sku":"HVRAmericanHarvester","price":1684.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Factory EZ-DO finish","offer_id":67943958249782,"sku":"HVRAmericanHarvester-EZDO-FINISHED","price":2134.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/5338\/5014\/files\/happy-valley-ranch-hvr-hvramericanharvester-white-background.png?v=1794086060"},{"product_id":"happy-valley-ranch-hvrhvrhomesteadercider","title":"Happy Valley Ranch Homesteader Cider Press \u0026 Grinder","description":"\u003cp\u003eTurn an apple harvest into juice with one press-and-grinder station. The Homesteader places its Apple Eater grinder behind a single tub, so prepared fruit falls into the same tub used for pressing. It suits home orchards that want the hardwood construction and larger screw assembly of the American Harvester in a single-tub layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose the right setup for your harvest\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the Homesteader for a single-tub workflow. Grind fruit into pulp, stop the grinder, then set up the pressing disk and screw for extraction. The screw is operated manually; a grinder motor kit does not automate pressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications that matter\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLayout\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-tub press with Apple Eater grinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard-maple construction with notched, cross-bolted joints\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrinding drum\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard maple with inset stainless-steel teeth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePress screw\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 1\/2 inches diameter × 22 inches long; Acme thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePressing disk\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard maple with reinforced lifting handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStandard finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnfinished press wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomesteader press and matching grinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle pressing tub and pressing assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore your first batch\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMotor kit, retractable wheels, bags, lubricant and finishing materials are separate from the standard press. If you want the powered grinding accessories and supplies together, compare the Homesteader MEGA Kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by Happy Valley Ranch’s two-year manufacturer warranty. Manufacturer terms govern coverage and exclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the press after use and follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions. Freshly pressed juice is unpasteurized; use appropriate food-handling practices for your intended storage or fermentation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose your wood finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard unfinished wood is the base configuration. The optional factory finish adds $450: Happy Valley Ranch applies two coats of EZ-DO and hand-sands the press before shipment. This is a service performed on a new press, not a separate can of coating. Allow additional preparation time for the finished configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree standard shipping to the contiguous United States. Ships directly from the supplier. Supplier processing is usually 3–5 business days; assembly, finishing and peak-season demand can extend preparation time. Alaska, Hawaii and territories are not included in this shipping offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/happy-valley-ranch\"\u003eShop Happy Valley Ranch presses, parts and supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Standard unfinished","offer_id":67943958282550,"sku":"HVRHomesteaderCider","price":1347.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Factory EZ-DO finish","offer_id":67943958315318,"sku":"HVRHomesteaderCider-EZDO-FINISHED","price":1797.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/5338\/5014\/files\/happy-valley-ranch-hvrhvrhomesteadercider-white-background.png?v=1794086065"},{"product_id":"happy-valley-ranch-hvrpioneerz","title":"Happy Valley Ranch Pioneer Cider Press \u0026 Grinder","description":"\u003cp\u003eMake useful juice from a smaller home apple harvest without stepping up to a double-tub press. Happy Valley Ranch positions the Pioneer for roughly one to five trees. The integrated grinder prepares the fruit, and the manual screw presses the resulting pulp in the single tub.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose the right setup for your harvest\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose this model for occasional home harvests and a smaller pressing setup. It still requires fruit preparation, assembly, cleaning and finishing before first use. A grinder helps break down apples; the pressing screw performs the juice extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications that matter\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLayout\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-tub press with three-part grinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFir\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrinding drum\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard maple with stainless-steel grinding teeth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePress screw\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-inch Acme screw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlywheel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSupplier yield example\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 1–2 gallons per tub of pulp; fruit and technique affect yield\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStandard finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnfinished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePioneer press, grinder, tub and rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic components needed for the manual pressing assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore your first batch\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMotor kit, retractable wheels, pressing bags, lubricant and finishing supplies are separate from the standard press. For a package with powered grinding and supplies, compare the Pioneer MEGA Kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by Happy Valley Ranch’s two-year manufacturer warranty. Manufacturer terms govern coverage and exclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the press after use and follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions. Freshly pressed juice is unpasteurized; use appropriate food-handling practices for your intended storage or fermentation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose your wood finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard unfinished wood is the base configuration. The optional factory finish adds $450: Happy Valley Ranch applies two coats of EZ-DO and hand-sands the press before shipment. This is a service performed on a new press, not a separate can of coating. Allow additional preparation time for the finished configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree standard shipping to the contiguous United States. Ships directly from the supplier. Supplier processing is usually 3–5 business days; assembly, finishing and peak-season demand can extend preparation time. Alaska, Hawaii and territories are not included in this shipping offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/happy-valley-ranch\"\u003eShop Happy Valley Ranch presses, parts and supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Standard unfinished","offer_id":67943958380854,"sku":"HVRPioneer","price":1154.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Factory EZ-DO finish","offer_id":67943958413622,"sku":"HVRPioneer-EZDO-FINISHED","price":1604.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/5338\/5014\/files\/happy-valley-ranch-hvrpioneerz-white-background.png?v=1794086069"},{"product_id":"happy-valley-ranch-hvrwinepresses","title":"Happy Valley Ranch Yakima Wine \u0026 Soft-Fruit Press","description":"\u003cp\u003ePress grapes and other soft fruit at a tabletop scale without buying a combined apple grinder and press. The Yakima uses a hand-operated screw and compact hardwood tub for small batches of juice or wine-making fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose the right setup for your harvest\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the Yakima for grapes and other soft fruit. It has no grinder and is not designed to grind or crush apples. If you plan to work with apples, choose equipment intended for grinding and pressing that fruit rather than assuming this compact wine press performs both jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications that matter\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCast iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTub\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardwood; supplier lists 11 × 9 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePress screw\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/4-inch Acme screw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOperation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied unfinished; 1\/2 pint of EZ-DO included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in the USA, according to the supplier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYakima press\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalf-pint of EZ-DO finishing product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore your first batch\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeal the bare wood and allow the finish to cure according to its label before food contact. Pressing bag and other equipment are separate unless expressly listed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHappy Valley Ranch states a one-year manufacturer guarantee for this model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the press after use and follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions. Freshly pressed juice is unpasteurized; use appropriate food-handling practices for your intended storage or fermentation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree standard shipping to the contiguous United States. Ships directly from the supplier. Supplier processing is usually 3–5 business days; assembly, finishing and peak-season demand can extend preparation time. Alaska, Hawaii and territories are not included in this shipping offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/happy-valley-ranch\"\u003eShop Happy Valley Ranch presses, parts and supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67943958708534,"sku":"HVRYakima","price":160.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/5338\/5014\/files\/happy-valley-ranch-hvrwinepresses-white-background.png?v=1794086073"},{"product_id":"happy-valley-ranch-hvrwinepresses2","title":"Happy Valley Ranch Homesteader Wine Press — Press Only","description":"\u003cp\u003ePress grapes, soft fruit or already-crushed apples using a full hardwood frame and screw assembly. This Homesteader has the single-tub pressing layout without the grinder, making it a useful choice if you already have fruit-crushing equipment or primarily work with soft fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose the right setup for your harvest\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe press squeezes prepared fruit; it does not grind it. Apples must be crushed before loading. If you need both processes in one purchase, compare the Homesteader Cider Press \u0026amp; Grinder. A matching grinder can be purchased separately for a compatible setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications that matter\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLayout\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-tub press; no grinder included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLaminated hardwood; dadoed and cross-bolted joints\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePress screw\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 1\/2 inches diameter × 22 inches long; Acme thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTub\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 inches high × 13 1\/2 inches diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTub construction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardwood beveled staves with steel hoops\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePressure foot\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCast iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnfinished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomesteader wine press and pressing assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressing bag, according to the supplier page\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore your first batch\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeal all bare wood with a suitable food-safe finish and allow it to cure before use. Finish is separate unless explicitly stated. This press-only model has its own warranty statement; the two-year wording on cider-and-grinder models is not applied here.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHappy Valley Ranch states a one-year manufacturer guarantee for this press-only model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the press after use and follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions. Freshly pressed juice is unpasteurized; use appropriate food-handling practices for your intended storage or fermentation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree standard shipping to the contiguous United States. Ships directly from the supplier. Supplier processing is usually 3–5 business days; assembly, finishing and peak-season demand can extend preparation time. Alaska, Hawaii and territories are not included in this shipping offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/happy-valley-ranch\"\u003eShop Happy Valley Ranch presses, parts and supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67943958741302,"sku":"HVRHomesteaderWine","price":897.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/5338\/5014\/files\/happy-valley-ranch-hvrwinepresses2-product-photo.png?v=1794443596"},{"product_id":"happy-valley-ranch-hvrhvrpioneer","title":"Happy Valley Ranch Pioneer Cider Press \u0026 Grinder MEGA Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eGet the press, powered-grinding accessories and basic supplies in one model-matched package. The Pioneer MEGA Kit combines the corresponding cider press and grinder with its motor and retractable-wheel kits, reducing the number of separate compatibility choices for a new setup. Make useful juice from a smaller home apple harvest without stepping up to a double-tub press. Happy Valley Ranch positions the Pioneer for roughly one to five trees. The integrated grinder prepares the fruit, and the manual screw presses the resulting pulp in the single tub.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose the right setup for your harvest\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose this model for occasional home harvests and a smaller pressing setup. It still requires fruit preparation, assembly, cleaning and finishing before first use. A grinder helps break down apples; the pressing screw performs the juice extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications that matter\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLayout\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-tub press with three-part grinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFir\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrinding drum\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard maple with stainless-steel grinding teeth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePress screw\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-inch Acme screw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlywheel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSupplier yield example\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 1–2 gallons per tub of pulp; fruit and technique affect yield\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStandard finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnfinished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrinder drive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded motor kit; supplier motor-kit specification is 1\/2 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePressing operation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual screw; motor drives the grinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePioneer press and grinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching motor kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetractable wheel kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne pint of EZ-DO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePetrol-Gel lubricant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo pressing bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore your first batch\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wooden press is supplied unfinished unless the separately priced factory-finish option is selected where available. Included EZ-DO is a finishing supply, not a claim that the press arrives coated. Assemble and install the motor guards as instructed, and allow any finish to cure before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufacturer warranty terms apply to the supplied equipment. Contact Prepper Hideout for help with a warranty claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the press after use and follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions. Freshly pressed juice is unpasteurized; use appropriate food-handling practices for your intended storage or fermentation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree standard shipping to the contiguous United States. Ships directly from the supplier. Supplier processing is usually 3–5 business days; assembly, finishing and peak-season demand can extend preparation time. Alaska, Hawaii and territories are not included in this shipping offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/happy-valley-ranch\"\u003eShop Happy Valley Ranch presses, parts and supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67943958774070,"sku":"HVRPioneerBIGKIT","price":1688.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/5338\/5014\/files\/happy-valley-ranch-hvrhvrpioneer-white-background.png?v=1794086083"},{"product_id":"happy-valley-ranch-hvrhsmega","title":"Happy Valley Ranch Homesteader Cider Press \u0026 Grinder MEGA Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eGet the press, powered-grinding accessories and basic supplies in one model-matched package. The Homesteader MEGA Kit combines the corresponding cider press and grinder with its motor and retractable-wheel kits, reducing the number of separate compatibility choices for a new setup. Turn an apple harvest into juice with one press-and-grinder station. The Homesteader places its Apple Eater grinder behind a single tub, so prepared fruit falls into the same tub used for pressing. It suits home orchards that want the hardwood construction and larger screw assembly of the American Harvester in a single-tub layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose the right setup for your harvest\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the Homesteader for a single-tub workflow. Grind fruit into pulp, stop the grinder, then set up the pressing disk and screw for extraction. The screw is operated manually; a grinder motor kit does not automate pressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications that matter\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLayout\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-tub press with Apple Eater grinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard-maple construction with notched, cross-bolted joints\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrinding drum\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard maple with inset stainless-steel teeth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePress screw\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 1\/2 inches diameter × 22 inches long; Acme thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePressing disk\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard maple with reinforced lifting handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStandard finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnfinished press wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrinder drive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded motor kit; supplier motor-kit specification is 1\/2 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePressing operation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual screw; motor drives the grinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomesteader press and grinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching motor kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetractable wheel kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne pint of EZ-DO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePetrol-Gel lubricant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo pressing bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore your first batch\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wooden press is supplied unfinished unless the separately priced factory-finish option is selected where available. Included EZ-DO is a finishing supply, not a claim that the press arrives coated. Assemble and install the motor guards as instructed, and allow any finish to cure before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufacturer warranty terms apply to the supplied equipment. Contact Prepper Hideout for help with a warranty claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the press after use and follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions. Freshly pressed juice is unpasteurized; use appropriate food-handling practices for your intended storage or fermentation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose your wood finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard unfinished wood is the base configuration. The optional factory finish adds $450: Happy Valley Ranch applies two coats of EZ-DO and hand-sands the press before shipment. This is a service performed on a new press, not a separate can of coating. Allow additional preparation time for the finished configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree standard shipping to the contiguous United States. Ships directly from the supplier. Supplier processing is usually 3–5 business days; assembly, finishing and peak-season demand can extend preparation time. Alaska, Hawaii and territories are not included in this shipping offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/happy-valley-ranch\"\u003eShop Happy Valley Ranch presses, parts and supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Standard unfinished","offer_id":67943959036214,"sku":"HVRHomesteaderBIGKIT","price":1995.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Factory EZ-DO finish","offer_id":67943959068982,"sku":"HVRHomesteaderBIGKIT-EZDO-FINISHED","price":2445.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/5338\/5014\/files\/happy-valley-ranch-hvrhsmega-white-background.png?v=1794086087"},{"product_id":"happy-valley-ranch-americanharvesterbigkit","title":"Happy Valley Ranch American Harvester Cider Press \u0026 Grinder MEGA Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eGet the press, powered-grinding accessories and basic supplies in one model-matched package. The American Harvester MEGA Kit combines the corresponding cider press and grinder with its motor and retractable-wheel kits, reducing the number of separate compatibility choices for a new setup. A larger apple harvest is easier to manage when grinding and pressing can happen at separate stations. The American Harvester uses two tubs so one batch can be prepared while another is pressed. Its hand-operated layout suits orchard owners and homesteaders who want a durable, repairable press without depending on a motor for the basic process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe main photo shows a close-up of the motor, grinder and pressing assembly. This kit includes the complete press and the accessories listed below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose the right setup for your harvest\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose this double-tub layout when keeping a batch moving matters more than minimizing the equipment footprint. Grinding and pressing are separate operations: the grinder prepares pulp, and the screw applies the pressure. Juice output depends on fruit condition, preparation and technique; a fixed gallons-per-hour output is not promised.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications that matter\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLayout\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo-tub cider press and grinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLaminated hard maple; notched and cross-bolted joints\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrinding drum\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard maple with inset stainless-steel teeth; factory-coated drum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePress screw\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 1\/2-inch Acme-threaded screw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlywheel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 lb cast iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTubs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo hardwood tubs; each 12 inches high × 13 1\/2 inches diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eJuice racks\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStandard finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnfinished press wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrinder drive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded motor kit; supplier motor-kit specification is 1\/2 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePressing operation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual screw; motor drives the grinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican Harvester press and grinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching motor kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetractable wheel kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne quart of EZ-DO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePetrol-Gel lubricant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo pressing bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore your first batch\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wooden press is supplied unfinished unless the separately priced factory-finish option is selected where available. Included EZ-DO is a finishing supply, not a claim that the press arrives coated. Assemble and install the motor guards as instructed, and allow any finish to cure before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufacturer warranty terms apply to the supplied equipment. Contact Prepper Hideout for help with a warranty claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the press after use and follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions. Freshly pressed juice is unpasteurized; use appropriate food-handling practices for your intended storage or fermentation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose your wood finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard unfinished wood is the base configuration. The optional factory finish adds $450: Happy Valley Ranch applies two coats of EZ-DO and hand-sands the press before shipment. This is a service performed on a new press, not a separate can of coating. Allow additional preparation time for the finished configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree standard shipping to the contiguous United States. Ships directly from the supplier. Supplier processing is usually 3–5 business days; assembly, finishing and peak-season demand can extend preparation time. Alaska, Hawaii and territories are not included in this shipping offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/happy-valley-ranch\"\u003eShop Happy Valley Ranch presses, parts and supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Standard unfinished","offer_id":67943959101750,"sku":"HVRAmericanHarvBIGKit","price":2395.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Factory EZ-DO finish","offer_id":67943959134518,"sku":"HVRAmericanHarvBIGKit-EZDO-FINISHED","price":2845.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/5338\/5014\/files\/happy-valley-ranch-american-harvester-mega-close-up-white.png?v=1794087636"}],"url":"https:\/\/prepperhideout.com\/collections\/happy-valley-ranch-cider-wine-presses.oembed","provider":"Prepper Hideout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}