worked a treat - warmed up the brew nicely and kept it at a constant temperature with great results.
This was my first white wine kit (and third kit of any type) so I can't claim any great experience but the outcome was overwhelmingly positive. I abided by the kit instructions, aside from rehydrating the yeast before adding. I cocked up the temperature initially, by using a heat mat overnight...I checked in the morning to find it bubbling away merrily at 26 degC. I swiftly brought it down to a stable 20 degC for the rest of the fermentation. When I racked off into the carboy I negligently drew off some sediment which clouded the wine. However, once I added the supplied finings it cleared beautifully.
The finished result is delicious...and improving. My Wife, notoriously fussy with whites, is very (and worryingly) impressed - and wants me to make another batch ASAP. The flavour profile is slightly floral with a pleasing acidity. The mouthfeel is a bit heavier than I'd expect for a pinot....possibly more like a viognier. That's about as descriptive as I can get with wine, but, given that I made a couple of errors in the making, this is a lovely wine that I'd be happy to pay £8-10 for in a supermarket and would be pleased with in a restaurant.
Bought one kit last year and it's a fine wine. Only pain was only making 13 bottles , so this year bought two kits and put them together. Clearing currently before bottling next week .. I hope I can keep it long enough to mature without drinking it .
Not actually used it yet a fellow Brewer Has one and on his recommendation I brought one
Just the right size for me will be using it next week
This is tough! Well, let me put it this way. I love ALL the Beaverdale red wines, it's so hard to decide or choose a favourite. Don't mean to sound big headed, but sometimes I have a sip and turn to my wife and say "did I really make this?". I gave a bottle to a friend (reluctantly), he preffered my wine to shop bought wine. Can I really take the credit, I think Beaverdale should take the credit. I couldn't have made it without then. And Brew2Bottle are great too. Only ever emailed there sales team twice, very responsive and helpful. Quick to dispatch.
I’ve no idea how good it was as I bought it as a gift. The recipient was very pleased with it so I guess that’s good.
I’ve been brewing On the Rocks cider from Brew to Bottle for awhile and want to say it gives a great quality home brewed cider that once in a glass matches any commercial cider in my view.
I really needed this product, I found this right at the time, my wife was diagnosed with dementia and she had always liked a brandy in the evening, so no she has one without any more damage being done. So I thank you from the bottom of my heart, she thoroughly enjoys the smell and taste, but without the effects