Beetroot Wine / Homemade Red wine recipe / Step-by-step recipe for wine making / Easy wine recipe (2024)

Beetroot wine is the easiest wine you could make and enjoy in 14 days. No special utensil,kit,jar or gadget is needed. If you know to boil veggies then you can make this red wine. Can wine making get any easier than this!

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I made GRAPE WINEfew years ago. A sunset colored sweet dessert wine with just 3 ingredients. May be the ease of making or the no fuss deal of the recipe it excited many people to try it.Since then and still is much sort after on my blog. I even got a genuine enquiry for a large marriage order asking for cases and the price quote. I was literally thrilled but had to heavy heartedly decline the order due to constraints of shipping to another country. I must say the success of wine making without any kit definitely gave me the ecstasy and courage to try new types during the following Holiday Seasons.

I have been making beet wine since last two years and guess what this recipe is even simpler. The fun part is till date no one has identified the main ingredient used even our friends who happen to make wine in the very traditional Indian way very close to the Biblical era style. (With the ceramic jar , resting the mix for first 21 days then religiously stirring it everyday at same time for the next 21 days etc. ..)

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Recipe adapted fromSwapna's Cuisine

PRINTABLE RECIPE
Ingredients: (yields around 2 liters)
Beetroot- 2 medium sized (2 cups) (I have used Californian beets here)
Sugar -2 cups
Water -8 cups
Yeast - 1/2 tsp (Active dry baking yeast) (Use 1/4 tsp more if you need)
(Use wine making yeast if u get it, in the proportion said on the pack)
Lime juice - juice of 1 lime

Note :

PLEASE read the instructions and pointers given at the end of the pagefor getting 100% success in wine making.

I need to emphasize here that PLEASE drink responsibly and use your discretion as this wine is strong.
I make wine in very small quantity and just for my family and friends visiting us at this time of the year. I love serving it with richIRISH FRUIT CAKE / KERALA PLUM CAKE (Instant cake no longtime fruit soaking involved. )

Method:

Proportion is 2:2:8 (all the ingredients are measured with the same cup)

That is 2 part beet 2 part sugar and 8 part water.
1. Select good,firm beetroot without too many bruises.Peel it and give a very quick rinse under running water to remove trace of sand or dirt stuck.Don't wash too much or soak in water etc as the color runs out.
2. Chop beet into fine julienne strips (Grate or run in food processor).
3. Boil the beet and 8 glasses of water together.Let it come to a rolling boil then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.You will find that the beet is losing its color and becomes pale red. Remove from stove top and allow it to cool completely.

4. Sieve the beetroot water using a strainer or clean (new, washed and dried) cheese cloth into another sterilized pot. Discard the grated beetroot.
5.In the meantime take a small bowl put the yeast and dissolve it with 1/3 cup water (boiled and cooled to lukewarm (around 60-70°F / 15-20°C) (ie;slightly warm when you touch) High water temp will kill yeast.
6. When the beetroot water is entirely cool add the yeast mixture, sugar and lime juice. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Sieve once again if there is any scum or dirt from sugar floating.

(I have used a 1.75 ltr bottle (seen above) and a small glass bottle for the remaining.)
7. Pour into glass bottle, fill to only below the neck of the bottle so the fermenting gases have enough space and for frothing. (This wine has very less frothing.)
8. Put the lid close it to 90% so if there is extreme gases formed it can escape without bursting when u open.
9. Leave it in cool dark place (check very important info below) for 14 days undisturbed (do not touch, shake or open). Label the date on the bottle. Even though there is not much frothing the beetroot wine will still have slight fizzing sound from the bottle and tiny bubbles rise from the bottom (it is a good sign that the wine is fermenting well)

On the 15th day inspect wine carefully, smell it by inhaling-it should have a fruity fragrance , sample taste it by rolling the wine on ur tongue- it should have fruity sweet taste with slight tingling on your tongue.(check very imp info below). If u think the wine has not fermented enough keep it back in the same place for 3-4 more days and sample check again.
Now your beetroot wine is ready to be served. Keep the bottle tightly closed to keep the sparkling and fizz intact.
This is a sweet wine.
You may serve it along with dinner or along with dessert .



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A word of caution:

Let me tell u cleanliness and patience goes a long way when making wine. From hands to utensils,everything should be clean and dry or the wine will not be fermented well and chances of wine becoming inedible is very high.

Very important info:

  • Sterilize - I always wash all the utensils and bottles used with soap first then wash again with hot water ,hands too :) to remove any trace of soap or chemicals. I thoroughly sun dry the bottles and lids used to ensure that there is no moisture present.Use only dry containers ,wooden ladle etc. If u live in cold places where sun drying is not possible then warm the oven well ,switch it off and leave the bottles to dry inside overnight. The empty utensil can be heated on stove top for a minute or two to get it dry.
  • The yeast should be fresh and when mixed it should dissolve quickly into the lukewarm water but if it sinks to the bottom even after mixing then the yeast should not be used. Do not overlook this as the entire wine depends on yeast.
  • I have used only 1/2 tsp yeast as I find that it ferments other batters too much if used more.You may increase the amount by another 1/4 tsp if required.
  • Make sure to buy good quality beetroot as the color of the wine depends entirely on beet. The darker the better.
  • This recipe can be played around with.Sweetness, it can be increased or decreased.
  • Strength of wine becomes higher if quantity of water is reduced. Also as the wine matures it gets really strong.The color turns slight brownish after about 3 months to clear to transparent as it ages.
  • I would not recommend storing the wine for long as no additives are added to maintain the acidity level .
  • Always store wine for fermenting in a cool dark place (not fridge) and do not get curious shake or open the lid unless the recipe asks for it.If you live in a hot climate then store in the kitchen cabinet away from any heat source. If you live in cold climate then store it near the cabinet closest to the oven and keep rice packets/sacks next to it.(Keep rice well protected with plastic bags so it does not ruin rice sack in case of accidents)
  • There would be few bubble and frothing marks on the sides of the bottle that is o.k but before consuming definitelycheckif there is any bacteria layer formation floating on top of the wine and check taste .It should taste sweet and have a nice fruit smell. If it tastes really really sour and smells like vinegar,sorry ! then u have gone wrong in some step just have to throw it away.
  • Most of all pray and bless it to come out well. a.k.a good mood works fine :))

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Enjoy the moment of happiness while you serve the homemade wine. Remember to reserve some compliments for me too :) ..and write back to me. Whichever part of the globe u live in do try this at least once and I bet u will never go back to the store bought ones.

Hope you will like it.
Meena

Beetroot Wine / Homemade Red wine recipe / Step-by-step recipe for wine making / Easy wine recipe (2024)

FAQs

How is red wine made step by step? ›

How is Red Wine Made?
  1. Vines. Firstly, you need vines to produce grapes! ...
  2. Harvest. Once the seeds have been sewn and vines are packed with awesome grapes, it's time to pick them! ...
  3. Crushing. Time to get messy. ...
  4. Fermentation. This is where things start to get scientific. ...
  5. Pressing. ...
  6. Maturation. ...
  7. Blending. ...
  8. Bottling.

What are the 7 steps of the wine making process? ›

This comprehensive winemaking guide explains each step of the production process in detail, from the vineyard to the bottle:
  • Viticulture. Vineyards, terroirs, and grape varieties. Harvesting and sorting.
  • Vinification. Destemming. Treading or pressing. Settling and racking. ...
  • Maturation.
  • Blending.
  • Bottling.
  • Cellaring.

How do you make red wine from scratch? ›

The Winemaking Process
  1. Step 1 — Cleaning. Cleaning. ...
  2. Step 2 – Preparing the Fruit. To begin, remove stems and unripe fruit. ...
  3. Step 3 – Determining Sugar Content. ...
  4. Step 4 – Sterilizing Fruit. ...
  5. Step 5 – Adding of Nutrients. ...
  6. Step 6 – Activating Wine Yeast. ...
  7. Step 7 – Extracting Color for Red Wine. ...
  8. Step 8 – Straining Fruit Pulp.

How long does homemade wine need to ferment? ›

The first, and most important, step is the fermentation process, which happens when the yeast eats sugar, either in the fermentables or that you've added, and converts it into alcohol. Fermentation takes roughly two to three weeks to complete fully, but the initial ferment will finish within seven to ten days.

How to make wine the old way? ›

In ancient times, they picked or purchased grapes and allowed it to rest for 24 hours. By the time grapes are ready, they flattened them on foot. Once they are already flattened, they let the wine ferment in open-top vats. The fermentation would take between one to two weeks.

What is the formula for making wine? ›

Sugar (grape juice) + yeast = alcohol + gas

The strain of yeast selected by the winemaker is based both on its ability to conduct the fermentation efficiently and also on the sensory features they add to the wine. For example, some yeasts produce compounds which add to the fruity and estery characters of the wine.

What is the process of making good wine? ›

There are five basic stages or steps to making wine: harvesting, crushing and pressing, fermentation, clarification, and then aging and bottling. Undoubtedly, one can find endless deviations and variations along the way.

How to make strong homemade wine? ›

Adding Sugar For Higher Alcohol in Wine

Many wine recipes for producing high alcohol and stronger wines will call for 2 or 3 pounds of sugar per each gallon. And, this is in addition to the sugars that are already being naturally provided by the fruit involved.

How to make wine at home without a kit? ›

  1. Clean and sterilise. ...
  2. Wash and chop your fruit/flowers. ...
  3. Add yeasts and sugar. ...
  4. Strain into a demijohn. ...
  5. Leave and allow your wine to ferment. ...
  6. Rack off your wine. ...
  7. Bottle your wine. ...
  8. Store before drinking.
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Which yeast is best for wine? ›

The most common yeast associated with winemaking is Saccharomyces cerevisiae which has been favored due to its predictable and vigorous fermentation capabilities, tolerance of relatively high levels of alcohol and sulfur dioxide as well as its ability to thrive in normal wine pH between 2.8 and 4.

How to make red wine for beginners? ›

The Basics of Winemaking
  1. Choosing the Right Grapes. The first step in wine making is selecting the right grapes, you want to choose ones that are ripe, sweet, and full of flavour. ...
  2. Understanding Yeast. ...
  3. Sanitizing Your Equipment. ...
  4. Crushing and Pressing. ...
  5. Fermentation. ...
  6. Ageing. ...
  7. Bottling. ...
  8. Enjoying Your Wine.

What is the main ingredient in red wine? ›

At its most fundamental state, wine is comprised entirely of grapes. Leave a vat of grapes in a container over time, and eventually the naturally-occurring yeasts from the skin will turn the fruit's sugary juices into alcohol.

How long does it take grape juice to ferment into wine? ›

To accelerate the process, winemakers add yeast to the juice to start fermenting. The yeast interacts with the sugars in the grapes, turning the sugar into alcohol. Fermentation takes around two to three weeks to complete.

What gives wine its red color? ›

The pigment in red wine comes from the skins of grapes. By soaking the skins in the juice, anthocyanin is released and it literally stains the wine. Different red varieties produce different levels and expressions of this group of pigment compounds, making the science behind it very complex.

Is homemade red wine alcoholic? ›

Some people who make wine from their own fruit or berries may add too much sugar and produce a wine that is very high in alcohol. This may be how the myth originated. However the fact remains that fermentation on it's own can only produce up to 20 percent alcohol.

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