How To Make Strawberry Wine

Welcome to the Black Wine Club's guide on how to make strawberry wine! Whether you're an experienced wine enthusiast or a first-time winemaker, this fruit-based wine is a refreshing and delightful concoction you'll want to share with all your artsy, creative friends. So, strap on your apron, gather your supplies, and let's dive into the process of making your very own strawberry wine!

Supplies Needed

Before embarking on this fruity journey, it's crucial to have all the necessary supplies on hand. Here's a list to help you get started:

• 5 lbs (2.3 kg) of fresh strawberries
• 1 gallon (3.78 liters) of water
• 2.5 lbs (1.13 kg) of sugar
• 1 packet of wine yeast
• 1 tablespoon yeast nutrient
• 1 campden tablet (optional for sterilization)
• Lemon juice (optional, for added acidity)
• Large pot or bucket for primary fermentation
• Airlock and bung to fit your fermentation container
• Mesh bag or cheesecloth to strain fruit
• Hydrometer (optional, but helpful to track fermentation progress)
• Wine bottles, corks, and corker for bottling

Step-by-Step Guide to Strawberry Wine Making

1. Prepare the strawberries

Start by thoroughly rinsing the strawberries, and remove their stems and leaves. Next, roughly chop the berries and place them in a mesh bag or cheesecloth.

2. Boil the water

Bring one gallon (3.78 liters) of water to a boil. Be sure to use a large enough pot, as you'll add the strawberries to the boiling water later.

3. Combine the strawberries and water

Once the water is boiling, turn off the heat and carefully add the mesh bag or cheesecloth containing the chopped strawberries to the pot. Cover the pot with a lid, and let the mixture cool to room temperature.

4. Add sugar and yeast nutrient

After the strawberry mixture has cooled to room temperature, carefully remove the mesh bag or cheesecloth and give the berries a gentle squeeze to release any trapped juices. Return the bag to the pot, and stir in the sugar and yeast nutrient until dissolved. You can add lemon juice at this point if desired.

5. Transfer the mixture to fermentation container

Pour the strawberry mixture into your primary fermentation container, ensuring it has enough headspace for the fermentation process. Crush the optional campden tablet, and sprinkle it onto the mixture to sterilize it. Cover the container with a towel or plastic wrap, and let it sit for 24 hours.

6. Add the wine yeast

After the 24-hour window, sprinkle the wine yeast over the mixture. Stir gently to ensure it is evenly distributed. Attach the airlock and bung to your fermentation container.

7. Monitor the fermentation process

Over the next 7-10 days, the fermentation process will be active and visible through the frothy bubbles within the mixture. Use a hydrometer (if using) to track the fermentation progress.

8. Siphon and age the wine

Once fermentation is complete, remove the mesh bag or cheesecloth. Siphon the wine into a clean, sanitized container, leaving any sediment behind. Allow the wine to age for at least two months before bottling, with longer periods resulting in smoother flavor profiles.

9. Bottle and enjoy!

After the aging process, your strawberry wine is ready for bottling. Carefully siphon the wine into sanitized bottles, and cork them securely. Let the wine age in the bottles for at least one month before savoring your creation.

How To Make Strawberry Wine Example:

You invite friends to a live electronic music event at your place and reveal that you've made your very own strawberry wine. Everyone is excited to try its luscious, fruity flavor. The smooth and refreshing taste is a crowd favorite; everyone loves the balanced sweetness and tang. As they sip and share, you relish the fact that you crafted the perfect wine for a memorable night.

Now that you know how to make strawberry wine, it's time to share your newfound knowledge with your social circle and explore more of the incredible world of winemaking with Black Wine Club. We'd love to hear about your experiences, so don't hesitate to let us know how your first batch turned out! And as always, feel free to share our articles with other budding winemakers. Cheers to new adventures and delicious wine!