Almost Applejack Making Time
Applejack is actually a melomel that can trace its orgins to Europe and is a very old alcoholic beverage, made with honey and cider. In that regard, it is technically a melomel of the mead family. I...
View ArticleOntario Apple Jack – Unlikely This Year
About a month ago, I posted a recipe for Apple Jack (also considered a Melomel) while wondering if I would be able to make some this year, using Ontario grown apples. Well, it looks like initial...
View ArticleOther Fermentations and Adventures
Fermenting is not just for wine! For centuries, mankind have been fermenting dairy products for both the purposes of preservation and enjoyment.
View ArticleFirst Yogurt Making Attempt
My first attempt at making yogurt did not go so well, but it might have been because of the starter yogurt I used.
View ArticleFirst Yogurt Attempt Update
Yesterday, I wrote about my first attempt at making yogurt and how poorly it turned out. I do have a bit of an update on it, as it has improved somewhat and I also have some theories and thoughts....
View ArticleMy Bitter Battle Trying To Beat Out Butter
Well, I tried to make butter. Home made butter. It was supposed to be easy. I have blisters on my hands and as far as I can tell, no butter - but a very thick and stiff whipped cream that I'm not sure...
View ArticleI’ve Got Butter, Baby!
I didn't let my failure the first time at trying to make home made butter defeat me. If at first you don't succeed, try, try again... so I did. Here's the story about the second attempt. Now for some...
View ArticleCheese & Drugs – What’s The Connection?
Smuggled cheese a big business? Looks like it, at least in Canada.
View ArticleIs It Zehrs, Neilson, Or What? Leaky Milk Bags
Why are my milk bags leaking? The Neilson brand of milk I buy from Zehrs seems to leak while other brands do not.
View ArticleHappy Thanksgiving To My American Readers
Sometimes I hear that some Americans think it odd that we Canadians celebrate Thanksgiving near the beginning of October. We do – however, that is no reason for me to not wish my American readers a...
View ArticleMake New Wine From Old Juice?
Is it possible to make a decent wine from an old kit? I have my doubts but today after coming across a kit more than four years old, I thought I may as well find out. Follow along as we discover how...
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