The Real Reason Your Homemade Mead & Wine Taste Watery
Have you ever made a brew that tasted thin, watery, or just a little disappointing? In this episode of Fermenstation, Brian and Derica discuss the most common reasons brews lack body and mouthfeel. ------------------------------------------------------------ Tools We Use: Thwack Your Packet t-shirt: https://briancity-steadingcom-1-shop.... I Do Crafts t-shirt: https://briancity-steadingcom-1-shop.... Graduated Cylinder and Hydrometer: https://amzn.to/4ow8gXz Tilt Digital Hydrometer: https://amzn.to/4njWPkv Our Favorite Pitcher: https://amzn.to/4dFWNzh Wine Tannins: https://amzn.to/3KtLn4E Acid Blend: https://amzn.to/3yPSLFa We use the Amazon Affiliate Program for these links and we DO receive a small commission if you purchase using our links and all this comes at no additional cost to you! _____________________________________ From starting gravity and tannins to yeast choice, sweetness, alcohol content, and fermentation temperature, we break down the factors that influence how rich and satisfying a brew feels. Plus, we'll share practical ways to improve body and balance in your mead, wine, cider, or beer. What do you do when a brew feels too thin? Let us know in the comments! Become a City Steading VIP - Click to learn more http://www.city-steading.com/vip-club Want more City Steading? Recipes: @CitySteadingBrews Tastings: @citysteadingtastingroom Chaos: @CitySteadingBTB Rants: @CitySteadingUnfiltered Non-Alcoholic Beverages: @CitySteadingZero Gardening: @PlantLifeYT Website: http://www.city-steading.com Instagram: / citysteading #homebrewing #meadmaking #winemaking #cidermaking #beerbrewing #fermentation
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