How Do You Make Rice Wine From An Old Depression Era?
During the period of prohibition it’s pretty common knowledge that people didn’t stop drinking so much as they started having to drink different things. In college I went to a beermaking lecture where the professor explained that it was common for grocery stores to sell Malt extract which came with a warning not to expose the contents to yeast as it might result in the production of alcohol. (Wink, wink!) Here is another way to make alcohol at home. This recipe came from my wife’s grandmother’s family. They lived in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia. I have not made the recipe yet so I’m presenting it as it is written. I’ve included some tips that I think might improve on the recipe somewhat. We all know that during prohibition the main effect was that alcohol had to be made at home. Here’s a look back into one way bathtub gin was made. Step 1 After the water has cooled combine all the ingredients in a container. cover with a cloth Step 2 Stir every morning for 21 days. Step 3 Strain the
