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Jailhouse Wine

Jailhouse Wine is a surprisingly flavorful homemade beverage made with simple ingredients, perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Homemade
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3 cups of sugar
  • 1 can of fruit cocktail in syrup
  • 1 gallon of water
  • 1/2 teaspoon of yeast active dry or champagne yeast

Equipment

  • 1-gallon glass jug or container
  • Cheesecloth or thin cloth for covering
  • Rubber band or string
  • Funnel
  • Measuring cups
  • Spoon for stirring

Method
 

  1. Clean the glass jug thoroughly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sugar and water, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  3. Pour the fruit cocktail into the sugar-water mixture.
  4. Sprinkle the yeast over the mixture and gently stir.
  5. Using a funnel, carefully pour the mixture into the glass jug, leaving some space at the top.
  6. Cover the top of the jug with cheesecloth, securing it with a rubber band.
  7. Place the jug in a dark, warm area for about five days, checking daily for bubbles during fermentation.
  8. After five days, strain the wine through a clean cloth into another container, discarding the solids.

Notes

Taste your wine before serving; if you prefer a sweeter taste, you can add a bit more sugar before straining.