I am amazed just how sweet it smells. It really does smell great! The rice was "cool enough" in my opinion but you could be right.
Next time I will wait until the rice is completely cool, it was still warm-ish but I thought not too warm to harm the yeast.
Thanks for your reply :mug:
That is what I am going to do next! My batch that is currently brewing has been over a week now with no liquid!! Everything smells great but no wine! Not sure what I did wrong! Seems the rice might have been a bit dry.
I'm also using the same brand of yeast balls.
Thank you! I'm just going to leave it wrapped up. It's about 65-70F. I have followed all the instructions so just need to wait..... Sure is hard though :o
OK it's been over 24 hours now and as yet no liquid that I can see. I soaked my rice for 2 hours and then steamed till done.
Could the rice I added be too dry to start the fermentation? There is some condensation in my 3.5L Jar so I am hoping it will start soon.
Started my batch yesterday 1KG thai glutinous rice (5 Cups) and x4 Chinese Yeast Balls.
Steamed the rice and mixed in 4 crushed yeast balls. Wrapped up in a towel in a dark warm place. Will check tonight it I have any action.
This thread has been extremely interesting. Looking forward to my...