Apple Berry Fruit Wine
This Apple Berry Blend Wine is a refreshing and vibrant drink, perfect for summer gatherings or cozy evenings. Combining thawed apple juice concentrate with a rich mixed berry puree, such as blueberries or raspberries, creates a colorful and flavorful fusion. With a hint of tartness from the berries and the sweetness of apple, this wine is sure to become a favorite.
ingredients
- 12 oz thawed apple juice concentrate
- 2 cups mixed berry puree (e.g., blueberries, raspberries)
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon citric acid
- 1 packet wine yeast (e.g., Montrachet or similar)
- Optional: fresh berries and apple slices for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed apple juice concentrate and mixed berry puree.
- 2.
In a saucepan, heat 2 cups of water with granulated sugar until dissolved, then let cool.
- 3.
Add the cooled sugar water to the fruit mixture and stir well.
- 4.
Sprinkle citric acid into the mixture and mix thoroughly to balance the flavors.
- 5.
Dissolve the wine yeast in a small amount of warm water and let it sit for about 10 minutes until bubbly.
- 6.
Add the activated yeast to the fruit blend and mix gently.
- 7.
Transfer the mixture to a sanitized fermentation vessel, leaving some space at the top.
- 8.
Cover the vessel with a clean cloth and let it ferment in a dark, cool place for 1 to 2 weeks, stirring daily.
- 9.
After fermentation, siphon the wine into clean bottles, leaving sediment behind.
- 10.
Seal the bottles and allow them to age in a cool, dark area for at least another month before enjoying.
- 11.
Serve chilled, garnished with fresh berries and apple slices if desired.
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