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Choke Cherry Wine

8 qt ripe choke cherries
12 qt water
sugar
1/4 oz dry yeast
1/4 lb chopped raisins (optional)
1 cup good brandy (optional)
 
Place chrries and water in large saucepan, bring to a boil, mash
and simmer 10 minutes.  Strain off juice through a fine sieve or
jelly bag.  Measure, and place in large crock or wine keg, add 1
1/2 lb sugar per 4 cups juice, mix and cool to luke warm.  Add
yeast and raisins (if using), mix well, cover and ferment for 5
days or until bubbling has ceased.  Stir well and add brandy if
desired.  Keep covered for about 3 months, then filter and bottles.
After a few days, cork tightly and store in a dark, cool place for
6 months before using.

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