Elderberry Wine

[jdpx4c]

I am the wine maker for a university and I am receiving 180lbs of frozen elderberries next week. I operate on a small commercial scale making on average 600-800 gallons of wine a year. I have never experiemented with fruit outside of grapes. I was wondering If anybody would have any knowledge they are willing to share about the process of making elderberry wine. I have read that some suggest cookinge the berries before and was wondering if there is anything specifics I may need to know that differs from the grape process or any general information that could be helpfull. Thanks.

 

[Deezil]

The search function will turn up a few threads with the same name as yours. They have more information than i can regurgitate in 1 sitting. It's worth taking a look and will answer many of your questions.

 

[Julie]

Hi jdpx4c,

Use about 4 pounds per gallon. and there is a goo that will stick to you primary. The only thing that will take it off is vegetable oil. Some Weill use a steam juicer and then you dot have this problem.