Green Chile Wine
Green Chile Infused Wine
ingredients
- 2 lbs New Mexico green chilies, roasted, frozen, thawed, and peeled
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 5 lb bag of white sugar
- 1 tbsp yeast nutrients
- 1 packet wine yeast (specific for desired fermentation level)
- 1 gallon water
steps
- 1.
Begin by puréeing the thawed chilies in a food processor or blender until smooth.
- 2.
In a large pot, combine the chili purée, lemon zest, and 1 gallon of water, stirring well.
- 3.
Gradually add the white sugar, stirring over medium heat until fully dissolved.
- 4.
Once the sugar is dissolved, remove the pot from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- 5.
In a small bowl, activate the wine yeast according to package instructions before adding it to the cooled mixture.
- 6.
Stir in the yeast nutrients to promote fermentation.
- 7.
Transfer the mixture into a sanitized fermentation vessel, ensuring there's sufficient space for bubbling.
- 8.
Cover the fermenter with an airlock or a cloth and place it in a cool, dark area for 7-14 days, stirring daily.
- 9.
After fermentation, strain the liquid through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids.
- 10.
Bottle your green chile infused wine, let it age for a few weeks for enhanced flavor, and serve chilled to enjoy the spicy, zesty notes.
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