Spritzig Apfelwein [Apple Wine] for October Celebrations
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Experience the joy of homemade sparkling apple wine, the perfect bubbly companion for any celebration! After fermentation, add a touch of sugar to enhance carbonation, resulting in a refreshing and effervescent drink. This easy-to-follow recipe brings together the natural sweetness of apples and the thrill of bubbles, making every toast memorable.
ingredients
- 5 gallons fresh apple juice (unsweetened)
- 1 packet champagne yeast
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for fermentation)
- 1/2 cup additional sugar (for carbonation)
- 1/4 teaspoon potassium metabisulfite (optional, for stabilization)
- Clean, sanitized bottles with caps or corks (for bottling)
steps
- 1.
In a large fermentation vessel, combine fresh apple juice and 1 cup of granulated sugar, stirring until dissolved.
- 2.
Sprinkle champagne yeast over the juice surface without stirring; cover with a clean cloth.
- 3.
Allow the mixture to ferment in a cool, dark place for about 2 to 4 weeks or until fermentation slows (bubbles stop).
- 4.
If desired, add potassium metabisulfite to stabilize the wine and prevent further fermentation.
- 5.
After fermentation is complete, measure out 1/2 cup of granulated sugar.
- 6.
Using a funnel, pour the sugar into the clean, sanitized bottles, then fill each bottle with the apple wine, leaving some space at the top.
- 7.
Cap or cork the bottles securely.
- 8.
Let the bottles sit upright for 2 to 4 weeks at room temperature to carbonate.
- 9.
Chill and serve your sparkling apple wine, enjoying the bubbles as you celebrate lifeās moments!
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