Recent content by g1230g

Yes, I have been using 2.5 gallon containers of concentrate instead of Welch's cans. I have made maybe 3 or 4 batches over the past year or two - and out of the 4 batches - three turned out well using the standard Welch's recipe. The most recent batch did not turn out as I had wanted - for some...

Hi there - while I am not an expert - I am happy to share what works for me. For the yeast - I use "Red Star Premier Cuvee" and based on my research the Premier Cuvee can withstand the higher alcohol concentration during the fermentation process. I do five gallon batches at a time. A couple of...

Sure - no problem - will send the link via PM. For me personally - it is much easier dealing with a 2 1/2 gallon container than all of those little Welch's cans. Enjoy!

Sure - no problem - I am not sure how the admins feel about posting links - so I will send you the link in a PM. I searched for quite sometime before I was able to find this type of a small supplier for concord concentrate. Just a little bit about them - they are one of several concord...

Thanks for the input guys - I appreciate the feedback!

I just wanted to keep this thread going. Some additional flavors to the basic recipe that I have began to experiment with regarding the Welsh's recipe include...vanilla bean, toasted french oak and pure cherry extract. Given that the basic recipe is quite refreshing and one-dimensional - I...

Greetings all....I have two separate questions - both involving re-fermentation. Regarding a concord grape batch - if a batch turns out a bit too sweet for my taste - I want to ensure that I understand the re-fermentation process. My original yeast (premier curvee) has a maximum tolerance...