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I've searched and not found a really useful answer to this. Is there a practical way for the hobbyist to determine the alcohol content of finished wine?
Here's the scenario:
No initial SG reading was taken, so the simple math method won't work.
Here's what I've learned so far:
Any other ideas on determining the percentage of alcohol?
Here's the scenario:
No initial SG reading was taken, so the simple math method won't work.
Here's what I've learned so far:
- The scales for alcohol % on 3-scale hydrometers is probably inaccurate.
- Comparing boiling temperatures of water vs. wine requires equipment more sophisticated than most home winemakers own.
- Titrating is also beyond the scope of most hobbyists.
- Vinometers are only reliable with dry wines, not sweet fruit wines.
Any other ideas on determining the percentage of alcohol?