I received an
Orange Muscat Port Style kit from my wife for Christmas. Unfortunately the bag has a leak and some juice has been leaking out. I contacted the Company that it was ordered from and they are shipping a replacement kit. They did not want it shipped backed, they will put in a claim with FedEx. Since I still have the kit I figured I might as make it. Followed the instructions provided except I added 3 Campden tablets to sterilize the must in case the leak causes a problem with it. Added the Bentonite and will add the yeast after 24 hours. Staring SG is 1.160 using Lalvin
EC-1118 Yeast this will finish sweet at about 18-19% alc. Includes a Flavor/Juice pack to add at the end. Let see what happens. The Juice could be bad so it may not come out. I taste tested the juice and it appeared to be ok.
12/29/2009: Added yeast starter prepared the method in the instructions
12/30/2009: No Active fermentation. Completely still and almost clear. Created a new starter with a similar yeast K1V-1116 incorporating 2 packages as originally suggested in the instructions. This is one very active yeast starter before adding to the must.
12/31/2009: Fermentation is really rolling now
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