how long will juice last? can i add more fruit?

[andyturner87]

24 hours ago i added 300g blueberries, about 650g blackberries and like 4 plums, due to confusion from recipes, to around 4.2litres water to soak. Tonight i added sugar and pectolase nutrients tannin abd camden tablets. i now think i need add more fruit but i cant get to supermarket til tomorrow night. Its sittin in plastic bucket with tight lid. Is it ok add more fruit tomorrow and leave it a few more days before i strain off the pulp and ferment?

 

[andyturner87]

Galon recipe btw. Was going to top up water when added to demijohn.
Dya think thats enough fruit maybe?

 

[sloanfamilydsm]

The sulfites (camden) will protect the must. Maceration can last for up to several days depending on the style of wine you are making.

 

[saramc]

Galon recipe btw. Was going to top up water when added to demijohn.
Dya think thats enough fruit maybe?

I typically use 3-5# fruit per gallon, and actually prefer more fruit for a better outcome and try to avoid water if I can. You can still add fruit, and many add up until the 2/3 sugar break. Just be aware late addition of fruit will impact your specific gravity and final alcohol content.

 

[andyturner87]

Thanks guys. I boosted fruit level considerably.