Blueberry Wine
Elevate your home brewing experience with this tantalizing blueberry wine recipe. Bursting with fresh blueberries, this sweet and fruity beverage captures the essence of summer in every sip. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy evening at home, this homemade wine is sure to impress family and friends. Enjoy the rich flavor and vibrant color of your own crafted blueberry vintage!
ingredients
- 4 to 5 cups fresh blueberries
- 5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp acid blend
- 2 tsp pectic enzyme
- 1 tsp nutrients
- 2 campden tablets
- 1 packet wine yeast
- Water (to make 1 gallon total)
steps
- 1.
Begin by washing the blueberries thoroughly to remove any dirt or impurities.
- 2.
Add the blueberries to a large fermenting vessel, and mash them lightly to release their juices.
- 3.
Dissolve the granulated sugar in 2 cups of hot water, then pour it over the mashed blueberries.
- 4.
Stir in the acid blend, pectic enzyme, and nutrients, ensuring even distribution.
- 5.
Crush the campden tablets and add them to the mixture, stirring well to avoid clumping.
- 6.
Allow the mixture to sit for 24 hours to stabilize before adding yeast.
- 7.
After 24 hours, sprinkle the wine yeast over the mixture without stirring. Cover the vessel with a clean cloth.
- 8.
Ferment in a cool, dark place for about 1-2 weeks, stirring daily and checking the fermentation progress.
- 9.
Once fermentation is complete, siphon the wine into a clean container, leaving sediment behind.
- 10.
Bottle your blueberry wine and let it age for at least 2 to 3 months before tasting.
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