Plum Wine at Home
Description
The recipe won't take much time. A simple method for making homemade plum wine. Since this wine matures quickly, it cannot be stored in the mini-bar for long. The maximum storage time is 1 week; after that, it will start to sour. It's a perfect excuse to make some young plum wine, invite friends over, and treat them to this wonderful drink. Serve chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
We thoroughly wash the plums and separate them into halves. Remove the pits. Transfer the fruits to a deep container.
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Step 2
Let's make the syrup. Mix sugar with water. Bring this mixture to a boil over medium heat. Then reduce the heat and cook for another 7-8 minutes. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool.
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Step 3
Pour the syrup over the plums and let them sit for 30 minutes. Once the plums have released sufficient juice, place the must over medium heat and bring to a boil. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the plums are soft. Remove from heat, cool, and strain through a sieve. Pour the resulting juice into clean jars, add the starter culture (30 ml per 1 liter of must). Gently mix by shaking the jar. Let it mature in a warm place for 4–5 days.
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Step 4
After 5 days, strain the young wine once again and bottle it. Chill in the refrigerator—and taste!