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

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

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.