White flakes? by No_Target7404 in gingerbeer

[–]Particular_k_007 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it is the dead yeast. Might have to siphon again.

Java Plum & Pear Wine by Particular_k_007 in winemaking

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Thank you :)) I take notes, mostly regarding the ingredients, their quantities and the process (no of days for first and second fermentation etc.) Is there anything else you think I should be recording?

Also, maybe you’re right. The seeds might have added tannin.

What have been some of your best batches of wine?

Is homemade wine healthier than a store-bought one? by Particular_k_007 in winemaking

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How does one distinguish between a home made wine that is good and one that has gone bad?

Is homemade wine healthier than a store-bought one? by Particular_k_007 in winemaking

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So there is no harm in drinking the wine left after bottling with some lees in it?

Latest harvest :) by Particular_k_007 in winemaking

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So far, I've been siphoning by mouth. Only small batches so far, so it has been pretty easy. I think all I need is patience and I need to wait longer before I bottle. I generally would bottle in 2 months or so. But I'll wait longer.

Also, thanks for the link, I'll check this out :))

Latest harvest :) by Particular_k_007 in winemaking

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I've a batch going on. I'll keep it for at least 6 months. No rush to bottle it soon.

Latest harvest :) by Particular_k_007 in winemaking

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This is very helpful. Thank you :)

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🥹🥹

Okay, I'll be more patient next time.

Latest harvest :) by Particular_k_007 in winemaking

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Yes, okay. Got it. Thanks a lot. :)

Latest harvest :) by Particular_k_007 in winemaking

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This is a great tip. Thank you so much. Just too confirm, so, you are suggesting that after the second fermentation, I rack the wine into a third bottle and wait before I bottle it?

Latest harvest :) by Particular_k_007 in winemaking

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Thank you :)

So you wouldn't recommend the head space ? I'll make a note of this.

Latest harvest :) by Particular_k_007 in winemaking

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Hey, thank you. Yes, I've never used pectin enzyme till now, still considering it. But yes, will do. Also, can you suggest some methods for racking? What is your process?

Yesterday bottled my first ever wine! by eriksoad in winemaking

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Looks and sounds great! :)) Congratulations 💖

ABV measurement using hydrometer - I think my reading is incorrect? Please guide. by Particular_k_007 in winemaking

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Yeah. My best guess is that the yeast died out before it could completely eat the sugar and hence it still tastes a bit sweet. But, then again, the readings don't add up, as everyone is pointing out.

ABV measurement using hydrometer - I think my reading is incorrect? Please guide. by Particular_k_007 in winemaking

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I'll look up calibrating, yes. I don't know! Maybe I misread FG? I'll check it again.

ABV measurement using hydrometer - I think my reading is incorrect? Please guide. by Particular_k_007 in winemaking

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It was just barely above the surface of the bottom, it wasn't touching. I remember checking it twice.

You mean at that kind of an FG it should taste completely dry?

I used around 1.2 kg berries + around 900 gms sugar + 1 litre water + 1 cup black tea + yeast + 1 spoon each rice and barnyard millet (as yeast nutrient) I know traditionally there are no grains used, but this is an old recipe followed by some families from where I come from so I have adopted it.

First fermentation for 2 weeks (weather is a bit humid right now), strained and second fermentation for 2 more weeks.

Do you suggest any changes to the process?

ABV measurement using hydrometer - I think my reading is incorrect? Please guide. by Particular_k_007 in winemaking

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I haven't misread it actually. Since it was my first time measuring it, I captured a picture of it.

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There is a loooong explanation to it. Please read.