I have been sitting on a Moste All Juice Masters Amarone kit for a few weeks, I didn't want to start it and then leave for vacation.
Well today was the big day. I managed to transfer the must to primary and only spill two drops. Mixed in the bentonite after hydrating and took a starting SG reading of 1.098 - that was a little disappointing, thought it would be a bit higher. I can't believe that the pound of raisins will add that much ABV to it. I am resisting the urge to up the alcohol by adding more sugar. With the price of this kit, I will try to follow the instructions to the letter.
Must temperature was only 64 F so I'm waiting for the temperature to rise a little before pitching the yeast (1118) and adding the raisins.
Now the waiting and patience time clock starts to tick - Hmmm 1-2 years?
Jim
Well today was the big day. I managed to transfer the must to primary and only spill two drops. Mixed in the bentonite after hydrating and took a starting SG reading of 1.098 - that was a little disappointing, thought it would be a bit higher. I can't believe that the pound of raisins will add that much ABV to it. I am resisting the urge to up the alcohol by adding more sugar. With the price of this kit, I will try to follow the instructions to the letter.
Must temperature was only 64 F so I'm waiting for the temperature to rise a little before pitching the yeast (1118) and adding the raisins.
Now the waiting and patience time clock starts to tick - Hmmm 1-2 years?
Jim