Best 4 Nut Wine Recipes
Embark on an exciting culinary journey as we explore the art of crafting nut wine, a unique and flavorful alcoholic beverage. With its rich, nutty aroma and delicate taste, nut wine has captivated the taste buds of many discerning wine enthusiasts. While nuts themselves possess a natural sweetness and bitterness, the fermentation process transforms these attributes into a harmonious and delightful blend of flavors. Whether you're an experienced winemaker or just venturing into the world of home brewing, this article will provide you with the knowledge and guidance to create your own exceptional nut wine.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
WINE BAR NUT MIX
From the Best of Food and Wine. This is a savory-sweet mix of pecans, almonds and walnuts. These would make a great gift.
Provided by mary winecoff
Categories Fruit
Time 25m
Yield 6 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl, toss the nuts with the maple syrup, olive oil, herbs and cayenne.
- Spread the nuts on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. (I place them on parchment paper for easy clean-up), stirring occasionally, until browned.
- Season the nuts with salt and pepper and toss frequently until cooled.
PASSOVER WINE NUT CAKE
Steps:
- Beat egg whites until thick. set aside beat egg yolks-gradually add 1 cup sugar and beat until thick and lemon colored. add wine and beat again. combine nuts and cake meal and add to yolk mixture. (fold in) fold egg whites into yolks. bake in angel food pan for 1 hour and 15 minutes at 325 degrees.
NUT WINE
From Emmanuelle Mercier's Cookbook (Strasbourg, France) - tradition says that the nuts should be collected around July 14th
Provided by Wade in Indianapolis
Categories Beverages
Time P3mT15m
Yield 9 bottles, 36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Make a mixture of the nuts and alcohol and have it sit for 3 months.
- Filter out the nuts.
- Add the sugar.
- Let mixture settle for another 2 to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.6, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 0.3, Carbohydrate 28.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 27.8, Protein 0.5
PINE NUT CRUSTED CHICKEN WITH GARLIC AND WHITE WINE
Make and share this Pine Nut Crusted Chicken with Garlic and White Wine recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Chicken
Time 2h40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine wine, garlic, 2 teaspoons salt, savory and rosemary in a small bowl.
- Place half the marinade in a heavy duty plastic zip lock bag.
- Cover and refrigerate the remaining marinade until ready to bake the chicken.
- Add the chicken to the bag, tossing to coat.
- Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine breadcrumbs, pine nuts, paprika and remaining ½ teaspoon of salt.
- Roll chicken in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Throw out the marinade the chicken was sitting in.
- Place the chicken on a lightly greased baking pan, or on a pan covered in parchment paper.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake the chicken, covered, for 45 minutes.
- Uncover and pour reserved marinade over chicken.
- Bake, uncovered, for 1 hour or until chicken is done and golden brown.
Tips:
- Choose the Right Nuts: Opt for flavorful and aromatic nuts like walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, or pistachios. Use fresh, high-quality nuts for the best flavor.
- Toasting Enhances Flavor: Toasting nuts before use intensifies their flavor and releases their natural oils. Toast nuts in a preheated oven or a pan over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Use Nut-Infused Water: Soaking nuts in water overnight or for several hours helps extract their flavor and nutrients. Use this flavorful nut-infused water as the base for your wine.
- Fermentation Temperature: Maintain a consistent fermentation temperature between 68-75°F (20-24°C) to ensure optimal yeast activity and a successful fermentation process.
- Patience is Key: Nut wines require patience as they take longer to ferment than fruit wines. Allow the wine to ferment for at least 4-6 weeks, or even longer for a more complex flavor profile.
- Secondary Fermentation: After the primary fermentation, consider transferring the wine to a secondary fermentation vessel for an additional 2-3 months. This allows for further aging and development of flavors.
- Clarification and Filtration: After fermentation, clarify and filter the wine to remove sediment and improve its appearance. Use a fining agent like bentonite or gelatin to help clarify the wine, followed by filtration through a fine-mesh strainer or filter.
Conclusion:
Crafting nut wines at home can be a rewarding experience, allowing you to create unique and flavorful beverages using the natural goodness of nuts. With careful selection of nuts, proper preparation, and attention to the fermentation process, you can produce delicious nut wines that impress your friends and family. Remember to experiment with different nut varieties, flavor combinations, and aging techniques to create your own signature nut wine recipes. Cheers to the joy of homemade nut wines!
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