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Can I bottle?

Discussion in 'Winemaking Forum' started by Wiggleplum, Oct 1, 2013.

 

  1. #1
    Wiggleplum

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 1, 2013
    Hey everyone,

    I started a batch of Ed Worts Apfelwein on the 10th of September, and it cleared a week ago, and there has been no airlock activity since. I know the recipe says to wait at least 4 weeks; is there something else going on inside the carboy? Can I bottle now and let it age in the bottle? I am mostly just wondering if it would taste the same if I bottle it now and let it age, since I want to free up my one carboy.

    Thanks!
     
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  2. #2
    Just-a-sip

    Well-Known Member

    Posted Oct 1, 2013
    take a gravity reading. i mean most likely its done if no activity in a week but a gravity reading is your best bet.
     
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  3. #3
    Yooper

    Ale's What Cures You! Staff Member  

    Posted Oct 1, 2013
    I'd wait until you were sure it wasn't dropping any more lees, as any lees that fall later would be in the bottle and I don't like sediment in my bottles of wine or cider.

    I'd also ensure it was done, of course, via hydrometer readings.
     
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