WMT (Unofficial) Welch's Wine Competition

[wineforfun]

Ok, I need some clarification(my OCD coming out).
I know we can use Welchs 100% frozen concentrate which is pure juice, but how does Welchs 100% grape juice in a bottle(which would in essence be concentrate with water added) play into the equation of 80%? Does that still count as 100% Welchs being used, or do you have to figure how much water is in the 64oz. container, etc.?

Hope what I am asking makes sense.

 

[Kraffty]

D.J., you have to figure water doesn't really count in the equation until it's mixed it with the concentrate. So whether you use 2, 3 or 4 cans of concentrate to water for 1 gallon, it's still 100% Welches juice at that point. So unless you're substituting out the water for another ingredient you're fine. Mine's in the secondary now and starting to drop down it's cloudy layer. Other than Welches and a few bananas I've got straight niagra wine going so far, additions to come later.

Mike

 

[wineforfun]

Ok, so the water isn't in the equation, then it would be something like using 64oz. Old Orchard and 64oz. Welchs, if you were making a gallon, that would be against the rules, correct?

 

[Kraffty]

Sounds like a 50/50 mix not 80% min.
Mike

 

[wineforfun]

Ok, I think I got it then. I thought, at first, it had to be 80% juice, less the water. But as usual I was confused.
Thanks.

 

[Arne]

Ok, so the water isn't in the equation, then it would be something like using 64oz. Old Orchard and 64oz. Welchs, if you were making a gallon, that would be against the rules, correct?

Think this is a case of don't ask, don't tell. They are both just store bought juices. As long as you use a juice that welches makes also, probably not any difference. I don't make the rules, but my opiinion is go for it. Arne.

 

[dralarms]

Oh crap, you are supposed to dilute the frozen concentrate to get your 80%. Dang any body for a concord port?

 

[Kraffty]

dralarms, at least your wine won't be judged as thin or watery. Doesn't it take 35 or 40% brandy to make it a port? Maybe someone can come up with a "Port Light".
Mike

 

[dralarms]

Idk but its thick. Maybe I can water it down with vodka

 

[chasemandingo]

This sucks! Now im gonna have to make 5 batches and test each one right before they need sent out in order to decide which one to submit!!!!

 

[kryptonitewine]

This sucks! Now im gonna have to make 5 batches and test each one right before they need sent out in order to decide which one to submit!!!!

Just mix the 5 batches together.

 

[dessertmaker]

Just mix the 5 batches together.

Once you add one of my 10 ingredients you'rr guaranteed a win anyway. Id start with the vizine.

 

[kryptonitewine]

Once you add one of my 10 ingredients you'rr guaranteed a win anyway. Id start with the vizine.

Pepperoni, green, yellow, red, Jalapeño, chipotle, habanero, ghost, chili, sport pepper wine?

 

[wineon4]

Mine is boiling up a storm. I started it at 1.10 in a 6 gallon batch since I hope to put 3 gallon back and make a sweet sparking wine before I stabilize and bottle some for the competition. Checked it last evening after a week in the primary at a vigorous ferment, it was still at 1.05 and tastes terrific.

 

[the_rayway]

I'm attempting to go light and fruity with mine, using a few ingredients that I've been thinking about for awhile (not Visine )

My family are all very impressed that I'm entering a wine competition; I just neglect to tell them it's entirely for bragging rights! Lol.

 

[jamesngalveston]

i didnt enter cause i didnt want to beat danger dave and embarass him.....
lol
go dave go....im rooting for you.

 

[chasemandingo]

I found some interesting looking plants in the back yard that I just threw in the primary. Ought to add a certain, 'je ne sais quoi'.

 

[dessertmaker]

I found some interesting looking plants in the back yard that I just threw in the primary. Ought to add a certain, 'je ne sais quoi'.

This little flower and lots of leaves from this plant ought to do the trick. Be sure to sample some of the wine before you package it up. You'll have a good nightshade--ER... I... mean... A good night. Yes a good night!

 

[Rodnboro]

I have a gallon of white and a gallon of blush going right now. Ill taste each and see which one I'll enter. I'm keeping the recipes simple. I guess 6 months is long enough for a Welch's??

 

[dangerdave]

I've really stepped outside the box---and my comfort zone---on this one. I've got three different ones going, and holding onto my secrets. I'll decide later what to send in. I hope one of them comes out decent, because they're all looking funkie right now!

Pitched the yeast yesterday...fermenting slowly in the cool basement. I guess I've got plenty of time to start over if need be.