Orange Wine

First time

In season January to December · makes 4.5 L · target OG 1.086

A winter citrus beginner; the airlock/headspace habit, and zest without the bitter pith.

You will need

1
Sanitise. Pare a little zest from a few oranges (no white pith — it is bitter), then squeeze all the juice.
2
Dissolve the sugar in warm water; add the juice, a little pared zest and the chopped raisins; top to 4.5 L (reading ~1.086), leaving headspace for a lively citrus ferment.
3
Pitch the yeast and nutrient; fit the airlock with water in it so air stays out but gas can escape.
4
Ferment out, rack and top back up as it clears.
5
Bottle bright — a fresh, fragrant orange white, lovely slightly chilled.
6
Winter oranges make this a good cold-weather brew.

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