Dandelion Wine

Dandelion Wine

This vintage dandelion wine recipe makes great use of a common weed to make a sweet beverage. The addition of orange and lemon add a touch of acidity.

Preparation Time
60 mins
Total Time
60 mins

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Stir in sugar, orange, lemon, and yeast; pour into a plastic fermentor and attach a fermentation lock. Let the wine ferment in a cool area until the bubbles stop, 10 to 14 days.
Step 2
Siphon the wine off of the lees (sediment) and strain liquid through cheesecloth before bottling in four sterilized 1-quart canning jars.
Step 3
Age the wine at least 1 week for best flavor.
Step 4
Place dandelion blossoms into boiling water and let sit for 4 minutes. Remove and discard blossoms. Let water cool to 90 degrees F (32 degrees C), about 10 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 gallon boiling water
  • 8 cups white sugar
  • 1 orange, sliced
  • 1 lemon slice
  • 1 quart yellow dandelion blossoms, well rinsed
  • 1 (.18 ounce) package wine yeast

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