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Thanks Paul. That totally makes sense. Yes the reading was exactly 1.080. So SG =1.095 the ABV = about 13.40% That’s more like it! Thanks!

Quick question guys on Lodi Eclipse cab: Today is day 14 of fermentation. Going to rack tomorrow. Original SG reading of 1.080 Stabilizing SG .994 Sooooo ABV = 132.715 x (1.080-.994) = 11.41% I thought I had read somewhere it would be 14%. Is this correct? The SG is correct according to the...

Thanks JS!

Hi Braden - I just purchased the Cab as well, literally an hour ago. I have been reading to keep the lid loose during fermentation as it could blow the lid off. Was your lid tight? I would assume the bung air lock could handle. Thanks in advance

Just completed the Australian Shiraz. Bottles and letting them sleep for a few months. Moving on to this kit as well next week. Hoping someone posts some hints or tips to make it even better.