Fruity Strawberry Wine Recipe 5 Gallon Batch

Yo, what’s good everyone? Today we’re diving into something special that’ll have your taste buds dancing. We’re making some delicious Strawberry Wine! This homemade wine recipe is perfect for summer days or any time you wanna impress your crew. So, let’s get to it!

What You’ll Need

Before we break down this bomb recipe, let’s check out what you need to gather:

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh strawberries
1 pound granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon yeast (preferably wine yeast)
1 gallon water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon acid blend (optional)

Instructions

Now that you’re set with your ingredients, let’s break it down step by step:

Prep the Strawberries: Rinse your strawberries well and remove the stems. You want them clean and free from any debris. Then, chop them up into small pieces to help release their juices.
Mix it Up: In a large bowl, combine the chopped strawberries with the sugar. Use your hands or a masher to crush the berries and sugar together. Let this mixture sit for about 30 minutes. It’s gonna get all juicy!
Brew Time: In a separate pot, bring your gallon of water to a boil. Once it’s boilin’, remove it from heat and let it cool down for a few minutes. Add the strawberry-sugar mixture to the pot, then stir in the lemon juice and acid blend, if you’re using it.
Yeast Magic: Now for the yeast! Sprinkle it over the mixture and stir gently. Cover it with a clean cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rest at room temperature for about 24 hours. This helps kick-start the fermentation process.
Strain & Ferment: After 24 hours, strain the mixture into a fermentation jug or a glass container using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth. Make sure you get all the liquid out, and then seal it up with an airlock. Let it ferment in a cool, dark area for about 4-6 weeks.
Bottle Up: Once fermentation is done, it’s time to bottle that goodness! Carefully siphon the wine into clean bottles, leaving some space at the top. Seal them up tight.
Chill & Enjoy: Allow your wine to age for a few weeks if you can, then chill it in the fridge. When you’re ready, pour yourself a glass and toast to your hard work!

And there you have it! A tasty homemade Strawberry Wine that’s sure to be a hit. Enjoy responsibly and share the love with your people. Cheers!