cwebb
Well-Known Member
I have (2) 5 gal carboys of Cherry that I started back in May. I decided to let it cook on natural yeast. Here is what is in each carboy.
16 lbs. or so of cherries
12 lbs. sugar
Water
Racked 3 times over 5 months.
Stuff is harsh! Not a bad flavor just way to harsh to share. Not rubbing alcohol harsh but not sweet and smooth like I usually make.
I added a bottle of Wine Conditioner to each yesterday and tasted it. Sweeter yet still harsh.
So my question is let it sit or dump it? Will it mellow with time or did I screw it up.
16 lbs. or so of cherries
12 lbs. sugar
Water
Racked 3 times over 5 months.
Stuff is harsh! Not a bad flavor just way to harsh to share. Not rubbing alcohol harsh but not sweet and smooth like I usually make.
I added a bottle of Wine Conditioner to each yesterday and tasted it. Sweeter yet still harsh.
So my question is let it sit or dump it? Will it mellow with time or did I screw it up.
