universe Well-Known Member Joined Oct 17, 2008 Messages 125 Reaction score 0 Location Courtenay, BC Nov 18, 2008 #1 What kind of ABV do you guys get with a regular joe wine kit?
Yuri_Rage Gritty. HBT Supporter Joined Jul 24, 2006 Messages 14,260 Reaction score 786 Location Southwest Nov 18, 2008 #2 Is that like the kind of beer in a "Joe Six Pack?" Nevermind... It varies widely, mostly based on the style of wine the kit is emulating. You'll see about 10-14% on average.
Is that like the kind of beer in a "Joe Six Pack?" Nevermind... It varies widely, mostly based on the style of wine the kit is emulating. You'll see about 10-14% on average.
OP OP universe Well-Known Member Joined Oct 17, 2008 Messages 125 Reaction score 0 Location Courtenay, BC Nov 18, 2008 #3 Can you boost that % with a trick such as a little more sugar at brew time?
mrfocus Well-Known Member Joined Oct 3, 2007 Messages 573 Reaction score 3 Location Montreal, Canada Nov 19, 2008 #4 universe said: Can you boost that % with a trick such as a little more sugar at brew time? Click to expand... It's not recommended, since the kits are balanced between tannins/body/acidity and alcohol percentage. Also, typically the lower end kits are ready to drink earlier and higher alcohol would require more time to be good (the "green" taste of beer).
universe said: Can you boost that % with a trick such as a little more sugar at brew time? Click to expand... It's not recommended, since the kits are balanced between tannins/body/acidity and alcohol percentage. Also, typically the lower end kits are ready to drink earlier and higher alcohol would require more time to be good (the "green" taste of beer).