[WineyMike]

I got a free Island Mist kit because it was old. I can't decipher the code for an exp. date but the yeast was good till 4/10. I started it with 5# sugar added. I found that the F-pack has hardened chunks in it. They settled into the corners of the box and over the shapes under the F-pack. I can mash them with my fingers thru the bag so they are not rock hard. I was thinking of running it thru my food processor before adding it to my carboy. Any thoughts?

[jeepingchick]

maybe add some wine to it when u run it through the processor... and use new yeast DEF ... good luck, itll be nice it if works out!!!

[Wade E]

Here is the link below on how to decipher the code for W.E kits
http://www.winemakingtalk.com/forum/f84/main-link-date-code-3338/
The f-pac is basically inverted sugar but also has flavoring in it. Just boil some water and throw the bag in the warm water to get it all soft again.

[WineyMike]

Thanks for the help, Wade. I think the hot bath will be less messy than the food processor. The code says it was made in July,2007. Wow!

[WineyMike]

Wade knows his stuff. A couple minutes in boiling water and the chunks disappeared. Looked nice and clear when I added it to the carboy yesterday.