Pomegranate wine- a unique drink that is considered the elixir of youth.

But he began to win the attention of buyers relatively recently. A valuable property is its usefulness, because almost all the properties of fresh pomegranate seeds are preserved in this drink.

Pomegranate wines from different manufacturers can have different shades of color. The product can be dark amber with a red tint, golden burgundy and dark red.

The pomegranate alcoholic drink has a moderately sweet and slightly tart taste. Its distinctive feature is a long nutty aftertaste with notes of cherry and tobacco.

Armenia

Pomegranate in Armenia symbolizes prosperity, good luck, health, fertility and eternal life. There are several large regions of the country that are distinguished by high yields of this fruit.

These are the following regions:

• District of the city of Meghri in the south of Armenia;
• North-eastern part of Tavush region;
• Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh).

These regions are distinguished by the greatest variety of varieties of pomegranate trees. Armenia is a leader in the production of alcoholic drinks from pomegranates, including for export.

The largest producer of alcoholic beverages in Armenia is plant "Ararat".

The most popular Armenian brands are:

1. Berdashen
2. Armenia
3. Vayots dzor
4. Ijevan
5. 365 Winers
6. Maran Winery
7. Voskevaz

Georgia

In Georgia, the production of pomegranate wine is not very popular. However, pomegranate is grown here and wine is produced from it, but in smaller volumes compared to Armenia. But the grape alcoholic drinks of this country are considered the highest quality and are highly valued.

Turkey

In Turkey, pomegranate wine is popular. The most famous drink brands of this country: Vin Cent Sirince and Kutmar Nar.

Wine Kutmar nar sarabi deserves special attention according to consumer reviews. It has a rich, bright burgundy color, like that of pomegranate juice. It is easy to drink and has a pleasant taste of natural pomegranate.

Israel

For the first time, pomegranate wine was produced in Israel. Today there are two manufacturers there - Rimon and Granada.

The largest and most popular producer of this product is considered to be the Rimon pomegranate winery. A special variety of pomegranate was bred here, in which the juice content is several times higher than the usual varieties. Now the winery produces more than thirty types of alcoholic pomegranate drink.

These are the following types of pomegranate wines:

• dry,
• semi-sweet,
• semi-sweet rose,
• sparkling,
• dessert,
• fortified.

How the "Rimon" pomegranate wine is prepared in Israel is described in the video:

Azerbaijan

In Azerbaijan, pomegranate wine for sale and export began to be produced not so long ago. However, there are quite a few large manufacturers in the country. Pomegranate wine is produced here sweet and semi-sweet. The most popular brands are Zolotoy Baku and Agsu.

Reference! In Russia, pomegranate wine is produced by the Kuban-Vino LLC plant, which is called the Pomegranate Bracelet.

Popular brands

The best pomegranate wines were recognized as drinks produced in Armenia and Azerbaijan.

Arame

This is a semi-sweet red wine belongs to the best wines of Armenia... It has a thick texture, red color, pleasant rich aroma and tart bright taste. It can be enjoyed without an appetizer, but it goes well with any meat dish.

Vinyan

This Armenian wine is distinguished by its mild sweet taste, with a barely noticeable tart note. It has a delicate and deep taste with a fruity aftertaste.

Golden Baku

Golden Baku is produced in a bottle with an interesting shape, reminiscent of a pomegranate fruit.

The following types of drink stand out:

• red semi-dry,
• semi-sweet red,
• semi-sweet white wine.

What to drink with?

Pomegranate wine is thicker and denser in consistency compared to grape wines, but it is easy to drink. It's worth noting that a quality product doesn't have to be sugary. It is better to refrigerate it before use.

Many lovers of this drink drink it without a snack.

Most experts attribute it to dessert wines, which are recommended to be eaten with fruits or desserts. However, the wine goes well with cheese and meat dishes.

Benefit and harm

Pomegranate juice contains many vitamins, trace elements and other useful substances, but it does not retain its beneficial properties for long. However, pomegranate wine can keep them for years and this is its main advantage.

Benefit

The product has higher antioxidant properties compared to red grape wine and helps the body prevent premature aging, as well as has anti-tumor properties, protecting the body from cancer.

Also, the drink has the following beneficial properties:

1. Prevents the development of atherosclerosis;
2. Improves blood composition;
3. Has anti-inflammatory properties;
4. Reduces cholesterol levels;
5. Strengthens blood vessels;
6. Removes toxins and toxins;
7. Improves digestion;
8. Restores hormonal balance;
9. Strengthens the cardiovascular system;
10. Prevents the development of anemia, replenishing iron deficiency in the body.
11. Strengthens the nervous system;
12. Prevents fragility of blood vessels;
13. Improves appetite;
14. Helps to strengthen the immune system;
15. Has the ability to lower blood pressure.

Composition of pomegranate

Inside the dark red fruit, there are many small seeds, framed by translucent juicy and sweet burgundy pulp.

Pomegranate is rich in many beneficial amino acids that are essential for the normal functioning of the body:

1. It contains flavonoids that prevent aging and the formation of cancer cells, as well as tannins that help the body cope with infectious diseases.
2. It also contains citric and malic acids, as well as punicalagin and ellagic acid, which have strong antioxidant properties.

The pomegranate fruit also contains such vitamins and minerals.

Vitamins:

Vitamin PP helps to strengthen the cardiovascular system, and vitamin C strengthens the immune system, and B vitamins contribute to the normal course of all metabolic processes in the body.

Macro and microelements:

• Calcium;
• Magnesium;
• Iron;
• Manganese;
• Phosphorus;
• Aluminum;
• Chromium;
• Copper;
• Silicon;
• Nickel;
• Selenium.

Calcium and phosphorus are necessary to strengthen bone and cartilage tissues, potassium and magnesium contribute to the healing and strengthening of the heart and blood vessels.

What are the benefits and harms of pomegranate is described in the video:

Harm

Despite the large number of nutrients, the use of any alcoholic beverages should be limited. After all, the measure must be observed in everything, otherwise the body can be harmed.

The product has a number of contraindications, it should not be used in such cases:

1. Peptic ulcer and 12 duodenal ulcer;
2. Exacerbation of gastritis;
3. Chronic stomach diseases;
4. With increased acidity of the stomach and heartburn;
5. Chronic constipation
6. Haemorrhoids;
7. With exacerbation of pancreatitis;
8. For problems with tooth enamel.

Pomegranate has the ability to lower blood pressure, this property must be taken into account when taking medications.

You can not give it to small children until those years. There is always a possibility of an allergic reaction to any food product, therefore, you need to monitor the state of health and the reaction of the body after the introduction of a new product into the diet.

History reference

Since ancient times, pomegranate fruits have been used for the preparation of juices, sauces, sweets, various tinctures and liqueurs.

But it took a long time to make exactly the wine. Attempts to make it were made several times, but each time they failed. But, as it turned out, it is possible to make a tasty and healthy alcoholic product, but only from a few rare varieties of pomegranate.

It began to be produced only at the end of the twentieth century. And mass production for sale and export has just started. So, a few decades ago, no one knew about this type of product.

Reference! The technology of making wine from pomegranates is almost no different from the production of grape wine.

It is not for nothing that pomegranate wine is called the drink of the gods. After all, it contains a large amount of nutrients that help maintain health and beauty.

Drinking this tasty drink in moderate doses will help to replenish the deficiency of vitamins and microelements, as well as prolong youth.

If you decide to try making semi-sweet pomegranate wine with your own hands, remember that not every variety is suitable for this. The reason is that not all pomegranates contain enough sugar, which is so necessary for proper fermentation. The technology of preparation consists in the fact that the fruits are peeled, and the grains are left to ferment for a long time, until the alcohol content reaches 7%.

There are many recipes for pomegranate wines. The simplest ones include pomegranate juice, water and sugar, and some add raisins, lemons, oranges, and even barley. There are options for making wine from pomegranate with or without yeast (using raisin sourdough for fermentation).

To make homemade pomegranate wine, we need:

• 5 kg of pomegranate;
• 400 sugar per 1 liter of pomegranate juice;
• yeast packaging;
• 200 g raisins;
• 50-150 ml of water per 1 liter of pomegranate juice (depending on the acidity of the fruit).

So, before making the wine, let's take care of the leaven. To do this, carefully choose the fruits - they should be free of rot and damaged areas. A good pomegranate is firm to the touch and the skin is dry. The sourdough is prepared 3 days before the preparation of the wine. To do this, put 200 g of raisins, 400 ml of water and 50 g of sugar in a glass container, close and keep at room temperature for 3 days.

To get the pomegranate juice, which we will use for making wine, we will have to painstakingly remove the grains from the fruits, which are then crushed in a wide container. Sugar, pre-prepared raisin sourdough or a pack of factory yeast are added to the juice. We mix everything until smooth and insist the wine preparation, covered with mala, for 3 days in a cool place, stirring the wort once a day. After 3 days, filter the drink and squeeze through cheesecloth, fill a glass bottle with it, add another 100 g of sugar and install a water seal on the vessel.

The wine should ferment in a dark place at a temperature of about 20 degrees Celsius for 3 weeks. It will be necessary to stir the wine every 4 days; the absence of bubbles in the leaven will indicate the completion of the fermentation process. After 3 weeks, the wine is filtered and hermetically closed, while all containers must be filled to capacity in order to exclude the penetration of air inside. Then, to improve the taste, the wine must be kept for at least 4 months in a cool place, and the maximum shelf life of such a drink can be 2 years. By the way, experienced winemakers advise, if desired, add vodka (from 2 to 10%) to the wine, if you want the drink to be fortified.

Preparation of the medicine

The following recipe will help you prepare the real medicine. It helps with stomach ulcers. As an independent remedy, it does not bring results, but as an addition to medicines it works well.

Ingredients for the pomegranate peel tincture:

• dry crusts;
• chopped mint;
• ginger powder;
• large leaf green tea;

Cooking tincture on pomegranate peels:

1. All ingredients are mixed.
2. Add a glass of water (for 1 tsp of the mixture, 1 glass of liquid).
3. Leave for 30 minutes to infuse.
4. Drink three times a day for a teaspoon.

Homemade pomegranate wine

Output (without adjusting the composition) - 1.5-2 liters, strength 10-12%, kept cool - 2.5-3 years. The total weight of sugar in the recipe can be increased to 1.2 kg, the volume of water - up to 1-2 liters.

Prepare:

• grenades (unpeeled) - 5 kilos
• granulated sugar - 350 gr. for 1 liter of juice (about 880 gr.)
• water - 50 ml per 1 liter of juice (about 125-130 gr.)
• wine yeast - according to the instructions

We will prepare wine like this:

1. Wash the fruits, clean them, crush the grains with a crush of wood. The result is about 2-2.5 liters of juice with pulp (about 1.5-2 liters of pure juice).
2. Dilute the pomegranate mass with water, add some sugar (150 g per 1 liter of juice) and yeast (according to the instructions).
3. Tie the container with the wort with gauze and leave for 3-4 days. During this time, the wort will begin to sizzle and foam.
4. On day 4-5, filter the wort, squeeze the cake and add another part of sugar to the resulting liquid (100 grams per 1 liter of juice). Close the container with juice with a lid and install a water seal.
5. After 4 days, open the fermentation tank, pour about a liter of wort, in which we dissolve another part of the sugar (50 grams per 1 liter of juice). After that, pour the sweetened wort back into the fermentation tank and leave for another 4 days.
6. On the 5th day, add the rest of the sugar to the wort (50 grams per 1 liter of juice). We do it as in the previous step, mixing sugar with a liter of the cast wort.
7. The fermentation course is usually completed in 35-50 days. If fermentation is not completed, the wine must be separated from the sediment and left to ferment.
8. We separate the young wine from the sediment layer at the bottom, and, if desired, sweeten it or fix it with vodka. The volume of strong alcohol added to wine should not exceed 40-200 ml.
9. Pour the wine into a bottle (jar) under the very neck, seal and keep in the basement (cellar) for 4-6 months.
10. We separate the finished pomegranate wine from the sediment collected at the bottom and seal it in glass bottles.

Benefit and harm

Pomegranate juice contains many vitamins, trace elements and other useful substances, but it does not retain its beneficial properties for long. However, pomegranate wine can keep them for years and this is its main advantage.

Benefit

The product has higher antioxidant properties compared to red grape wine and helps the body prevent premature aging, as well as has anti-tumor properties, protecting the body from cancer.

Also, the drink has the following beneficial properties:

1. Prevents the development of atherosclerosis;
2. Improves blood composition;
3. Has anti-inflammatory properties;
4. Reduces cholesterol levels;
5. Strengthens blood vessels;
6. Removes toxins and toxins;
7. Improves digestion;
8. Restores hormonal balance;
9. Strengthens the cardiovascular system;
10. Prevents the development of anemia, replenishing iron deficiency in the body.
11. Strengthens the nervous system;
12. Prevents fragility of blood vessels;
13. Improves appetite;
14. Helps to strengthen the immune system;
15. Has the ability to lower blood pressure.

Composition of pomegranate

Inside the dark red fruit, there are many small seeds, framed by translucent juicy and sweet burgundy pulp.

Pomegranate is rich in many beneficial amino acids that are essential for the normal functioning of the body:

1. It contains flavonoids that prevent aging and the formation of cancer cells, as well as tannins that help the body cope with infectious diseases.
2. It also contains citric and malic acids, as well as punicalagin and ellagic acid, which have strong antioxidant properties.

The pomegranate fruit also contains such vitamins and minerals.

Vitamins:

Vitamin PP helps to strengthen the cardiovascular system, and vitamin C strengthens the immune system, and B vitamins contribute to the normal course of all metabolic processes in the body.

Macro and microelements:

Calcium and phosphorus are necessary to strengthen bone and cartilage tissues, potassium and magnesium contribute to the healing and strengthening of the heart and blood vessels.

What are the benefits and harms of pomegranate is described in the video:

Despite the large number of nutrients, the use of any alcoholic beverages should be limited. After all, the measure must be observed in everything, otherwise the body can be harmed.

The product has a number of contraindications, it should not be used in such cases:

1. Peptic ulcer and 12 duodenal ulcer;
2. Exacerbation of gastritis;
3. Chronic stomach diseases;
4. With increased acidity of the stomach and heartburn;
5. Chronic constipation
6. Haemorrhoids;
7. With exacerbation of pancreatitis;
8. For problems with tooth enamel.

Pomegranate has the ability to lower blood pressure, this property must be taken into account when taking medications.

You can not give it to small children until those years. There is always a possibility of an allergic reaction to any food product, therefore, you need to monitor the state of health and the reaction of the body after the introduction of a new product into the diet.

Turkish pomegranate wine: production technology, composition

The history of winemaking in Turkey is rooted in antiquity. The first mentions of this date back to the 11th century BC. After the establishment of Islam in the country, the production of alcohol ceased, since the religion does not welcome the use of alcohol. Juices were made from fruits, and fruits were also used in cooking.

Production only resumed in the 20th century. Alcoholic drinks made from fruits of various fruits are popular. However, Turkey's pomegranate wine has won a special love among both locals and tourists.

Wine products are made using a specific technology.

At the same time, the basic requirements and the sequence of actions are strictly observed:

1. The peel is removed from the selected fruits.
2. Raw materials are placed in high containers. In order to obtain juice, the grains are lightly crushed, then left to ferment.
3. After reaching the ABV of 6-7%, the pomegranate wort is aged in compliance with the classical technology.

When making alcoholic beverages from pomegranate, water is added. This speeds up the fermentation process.

Often the Turks make a drink containing alcohol at home.

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With this manufacturing option, instead of pomegranate seeds, it is allowed to use the juice of this fruit;

1. The raw material is placed in a container. If the drink is made from pomegranate seeds, then they are slightly crushed.
2. Yeast and sugar are added. Sometimes raisins are used as an additional ingredient.
3. Leave the mixture to ferment for 40-60 days.
4. After this time, the liquid is filtered.
5. They let the wine brew in bottles for another six months.

How to make pomegranate wine at home?

The homeland of pomegranate wine is Israel, Armenia is actively producing. However, you can cook it at home. Of course, wine produced in oak barrels cannot be compared to anything else. But the cost of cooking will be fully justified by the result.

Ingredients:

• grenades - 5 kg;
• sugar - 1.5 kg;
• water - 50 ml per 1 liter of juice;
• leaven.

Sourdough preparation

Wine starter must be prepared in advance. This is a very important part of winemaking. It is not necessary to purchase wine yeast (bakery yeast is not suitable). Grapes, raisins and other unwashed fruits contain wild yeast on the surface. It is they who will provide fermentation.

Preparing a pomegranate

Preparing a pomegranate is not a laborious process at all. It needs to be washed and divided into several parts. To do this, cut out the core (where the "crown" is located), cut the fault lines (quite a bit), divide the fruit with your hands

This is done with a special juicer or by hand.

Fermentation process

After all the preparatory stages, they begin the main process - fermentation. It is the observance of the temperature indicators and the correct timing that guarantee delicious pomegranate wine at home.

1. Sugar, water, and sourdough are added to the juice.
2. The container with the mass is covered with gauze.
3. Leave in a dark place for several days.
4. Stir periodically.
5. If the process goes right, after 3 days fermentation begins, a bubbling, smell appears.
6. Filter the wine with gauze.
7. After a few days, the remaining sugar is added.
8. All the liquid is sent to the fermentation tank, filling it with a little more than half.
9. Install a water seal.
10. Fermentation lasts about 30-50 days.
11. The wine is separated from the sediment.
12. Pour into bottles, leave them for another couple of months.

How to store pomegranate wine

After long-term storage, wines become better - everyone knows that. But not everyone has heard that the taste depends more on compliance with storage conditions, and not on terms.

How to store pomegranate wine properly:

1. The temperature should be constant.
2. Due to the low temperature, the taste is lost, and the high one kills the subtlety. It is necessary to choose the optimal temperature regime - 10-12 degrees.
3. Normal indoor humidity is 60-80%.
4. Do not expose the bottle to sunlight.
5. Containers must not be touched or carried.
6. The bottle is always placed horizontally.
7. Wine absorbs odors. Do not put perfume or fruit next to it.

The most famous "distillery" in Armenia

Armenian pomegranate wine, like a number of other alcoholic beverages, is produced mainly on the basis of the "Ararat" trust. The ancient traditions of winemaking, compliance with all international requirements and verified recipes make the products of this Armenian manufacturer one of the most famous not only in the CIS, but also in the West.

Azerbaijan, however, is also not lagging behind its competitor. The territory of this state is suitable for growing the necessary selection of pomegranates, which allowed wines from Azerbaijan to enter the global market.

The best Armenian wine made from pomegranates, according to a number of sommeliers, is Arame (red, semi-sweet). Unlike dry counterparts from Israel or Azerbaijan, Arame is more suitable for the mass consumer, as it has the best taste. "Aram" has a thick, rich taste, perfect for pure savoring or as a drink replacement for meat dishes. The color of "Arame" is deep red, less often brownish, the taste is tart, pronounced. Armenian wine is valued for its high quality, honed over the years of adhering to the recipe and polishing the acquired skills, and "Arame" is no exception.

Why is pomegranate wine useful?

Thanks to the production technology, the good properties of pomegranate juice will be preserved in the wine. The consumption of pomegranate wine in small quantities can completely reduce the harm of alcohol and also bring great benefits to the body. The key good properties of such a drink usually include:

• strengthening of the vascular and cardiac system;
• improvement of the general condition of the nervous system;
• curbing the aging of the body;
• powerful antioxidant effect;
• cleaning the gastrointestinal tract from toxins and toxins.

Wine increases immunity due to the content of linolenic acid in it, which also allows you to adjust the metabolism of fats and keep the formation of carcinogens in the tissues of the body. The benefits of pomegranate wine are also explained by the high percentage of vitamins B6, B12, C and P, which strengthen the body and help it better fight viruses and infections.

Pomegranate wine can be especially beneficial for the fairer sex. It helps to normalize hormonal levels and, as a consequence, reduces mood swings during menstrual cycles. Also, the consumption of this drink during menstruation helps to reduce the sensations of pain.

The best Armenian cognacs

Armenia is sometimes called the country of cognacs, as 95% of the grapes growing in the country are used to make brandy. Aged cognacs mature for 6-7 years, designated by the letters KB. KVVK is an aged drink of high quality. Its aging period is 8-10 years. The letters KS denote an old drink, which is 10-20 years old. Over 20 years old - super old, denoted OS. Cognacs under 5 years of age are indicated by asterisks on the label.

The names of the best Armenian cognacs:

• Ararat;
• Araspel;
• Sovereign;
• Classical;
• Selected;
• Akhtamar;
• Armenia;
• Noah's Ark.

The latest drinks on the list cost up to $ 700 and are aged for up to 70 years.

Pomegranate wine - the best producers and brands

The Republic of Turkey is on the 4th place in the world in the cultivation of fruit and berry crops for the manufacture of alcoholic beverages.

There are 5 large wine-growing regions in the country:

• Marmaris;
• Aegean region;
• Istanbul;
• Central Anatolia;
• Denizli.

There are hundreds of wineries in Turkey. Many people work according to old technologies. Despite the lack of modern equipment at such wineries, the quality of the products produced remains at a high level.

Among large enterprises, the following stand out:

• Doluja (Doluca);
• Sarafin;
• Tursan;
• Melen;
• Sevilen;
• Kalakvıdere.

Companies make products not only from different grape varieties. The assortment also includes other fruit and berry alcoholic drinks.

Wine products made from pomegranate seeds are in the greatest demand among consumers. Of the numerous brands, two stand out, the most famous and valuable.

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The Vin Cent Şirince brand is sold in many Turkish shops, as well as at airports (in Duty Free). Kutman Nar wine is not available everywhere. In addition, the product is prohibited from exporting from the country.

Homemade pomegranate wine recipes

Making a great drink requires the right raw materials. Pomegranates can be grown on their own, bought at the nearest store. The main thing is that they are all quite ripe and sweet.

There are a huge number of recipes for pomegranate wine at home - with the addition of raisins, citrus fruits or cereals. Each person who is engaged in home winemaking has his own extraordinary way of preparing this drink, which he considers correct. A beginner winemaker can very easily choose the recipe he likes, you just need to strictly follow the instructions.

Traditional homemade pomegranate wine recipe

Making wine using classical wine-making technology makes it possible to purchase a product with a pure taste and indescribable fruit aroma. For cooking you will need:

• 2 liters of pomegranate juice;
• 600 g sugar;
• 50 ml of water;
• wine yeast.

Juice is obtained in any good way. Sugar, water and wine yeast diluted in accordance with the instructions are added to it. All components are thoroughly mixed in a fermentation tank. After the container is covered with a lid and a water lock is placed. The readiness of the wine is determined by the absence of traces of fermentation. After that, the finished product is cleaned, bottled and sent to storage.

Delicious pomegranate wine with raisins

Raisins are used as an ingredient required for sourdough. Moreover, fermenting the beverage with such a starter culture tends to make the beverage lightly carbonated. To prepare wine, you will need:

• 5 kg of pomegranates;
• 350 g sugar per 1 liter of juice;
• 30 ml of water for 1 liter of juice;
• 50 g red raisins;
• 25 ml raisin starter culture per liter of juice.

Peel the fruit and remove the white films between the grains. Juice is squeezed out of the grains in different ways. The resulting juice is poured into a fermentation tank, sugar, water, raisins and sourdough are added to it. All components are mixed for the largest divergence of the leaven, after which the container is covered with a lid and placed under a water lock. The finished wort is sent for a walk in a warm room with a temperature of 20-25 degrees.

When the wine stops showing signs of fermentation, it will need to be filtered through cheesecloth. The filtered wine is poured into a barrel or other container. After 3 months, the drink is cleaned again and bottled entirely.

Homemade pomegranate wine with barley

The recipe was invented in America at the end of the 20th century. Barley evens out the taste of the wine and makes it whiter and light. The greatest ripeness of the selected pomegranates is considered an indispensable requirement. For cooking you will need:

• 15 ripe pomegranates;
• 1.5 kg of sugar;
• 200 g of barley;
• 4 liters of water;
• wine yeast.

Barley is boiled in 2 liters of water for 2 hours. After the broth is filtered, and the barley is thrown away. Barley broth is mixed with pomegranate juice, water, sugar and wine yeast diluted according to the rules. The container with the wort is covered with a water lock and sent to fermentation.

After fermentation is complete, the wort is cleaned and poured into a barrel for subsequent maturation. The finished product is bottled, sealed tightly and sent for subsequent storage.

Red pomegranate wine with citrus

Another recipe from America. A characteristic feature of the finished product is the unique scent of citrus and a slight sourness. For such a drink you will need:

• 20 large pomegranate fruits;
• zest of 4 lemons;
• 4 oranges;
• 7.5 liters of water;
• 2.5 kg of sugar;
• wine yeast.

The zest is removed from citrus fruits. Juice is squeezed out of oranges and pomegranates, mixed in a fermentation tank. Water, sugar and skimmed peel are added to it. Wine yeast is diluted in accordance with the instructions on the manufacturer's packaging. The container is placed under a water lock and sent to a warm place for fermentation.

After fermentation is complete, the pomegranate wine should be carefully filtered. For this, gauze rolled in several layers is used. The finished wine is poured into a keg and sent to ripen for 3 months.

Description of the drink

Pomegranate wines from different manufacturers can have different shades of color. The product can be dark amber with a red tint, golden burgundy and dark red.

The pomegranate alcoholic drink has a moderately sweet and slightly tart taste. Its distinctive feature is a long nutty aftertaste with notes of cherry and tobacco.

Armenia

Pomegranate in Armenia symbolizes prosperity, good luck, health, fertility and eternal life. There are several large regions of the country that are distinguished by high yields of this fruit.

These are the following regions:

• District of the city of Meghri in the south of Armenia;
• North-eastern part of Tavush region;
• Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh).

These regions are distinguished by the greatest variety of varieties of pomegranate trees. Armenia is a leader in the production of alcoholic drinks from pomegranates, including for export.

The largest producer of alcoholic beverages in Armenia is the Ararat plant.

The most popular Armenian brands are:

1. Berdashen
2. Armenia
3. Vayots dzor
4. Ijevan
5. 365 Winers
6. Maran Winery
7. Voskevaz

Georgia

In Georgia, the production of pomegranate wine is not very popular. However, pomegranate is grown here and wine is produced from it, but in smaller volumes compared to Armenia. But the grape alcoholic drinks of this country are considered the highest quality and are highly valued.

Turkey

In Turkey, pomegranate wine is popular. The most famous drink brands of this country are Vin Cent Sirince and Kutmar Nar.

According to consumer reviews, Kutmar Nar Sarabi wine deserves special attention. It has a rich, bright burgundy color, like that of pomegranate juice. It is easy to drink and has a pleasant taste of natural pomegranate.

Israel

For the first time, pomegranate wine was produced in Israel. Today there are two manufacturers there - Rimon and Granada.

The largest and most popular producer of this product is considered to be the Rimon pomegranate winery. A special variety of pomegranate was bred here, in which the juice content is several times higher than the usual varieties. Now the winery produces more than thirty types of alcoholic pomegranate drink.

These are the following types of pomegranate wines:

• dry,
• semi-sweet,
• semi-sweet rose,
• sparkling,
• dessert,
• fortified.

How the "Rimon" pomegranate wine is prepared in Israel is described in the video:

Azerbaijan

In Azerbaijan, pomegranate wine for sale and export began to be produced not so long ago. However, there are quite a few large manufacturers in the country. Pomegranate wine is produced here sweet and semi-sweet. The most popular brands are Zolotoy Baku and Agsu.

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And in different countries they make pomegranate wine, which they can make on their own - there would be fruit and desire.

The benefits and harms of pomegranate wines

Wine made from pomegranate seeds is a real storehouse of vitamins and minerals. And there are more antioxidants, for which grape wines are so valued, in pomegranate.

It has:

• anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory properties;
• extremely useful for anemia, low hemoglobin;
• has a beneficial effect on blood vessels and heart;
• slows down the aging process;
• linoleic acid, which is converted into wine from the grains, is a cancer prevention agent.

Scientific fact. Pomegranate wine multiplies the benefits of fresh fruit. During fermentation, the amount of nutrients increases.

And for whom is wine not useful?

• Children and nursing mothers.
• Alcoholics.
• Allergy sufferers who should not eat red fruits.

Everyone else can use it in reasonable amounts.

Features of Armenian pomegranate wine

Israeli pomegranate wine is popular in the world, but today Armenia creates no less luxurious wines from this fruit. Armenian pomegranate winemaking is a little over 30 years old. This is due to the fact that previously there were no sweet varieties of pomegranate, and for high-quality fermentation, it is precisely the sweet fruit that is needed.

When pomegranates, initially containing a lot of sugar and little acid, began to be grown in Armenia, then this direction developed in Armenian winemaking.

The production is in many ways similar to the production of grape wines. Some species are aged up to 10 years in oak barrels.

Today pomegranate wine is produced by several wineries. A large share belongs to the "Armenia Wine" plant, the company "EDVAG Group" LLC, "Ijevan Wine Factory" CJSC, "Shakhnazaryan" Wine and Cognac House, Arame, Proshyan Brandy Factory are also known.

What happens?

Armenian pomegranate wines are full of fruity aroma and tart taste, not typical for grape wines. An unusually pleasant aroma and sweetish fresh aftertaste make it an excellent addition to a wide variety of dishes - from meat to desserts.

Semi-sweet

The most common type, which is understandable - this wine is in great demand, since many people like the sour-sweet taste. Here are some of the brands on the market:

• Pomegranate "Yerevan" from "Armenia Wine" ... It is a blend of grapes and pomegranates, which also manifests itself in the taste. Color - ruby. Fortress - 12 °.
• Semi-sweet pomegranate, "EDVAG Group" LLC ... Pomegranate tannins and fruity tones are gently manifested in it. Chocolate aftertaste. The color is red-brown. Fortress 12 °.
• "Meghri" from "EDVAG Group" LLC. Aged for half a year in Karabakh oak barrels. The notes of pomegranate and tannins are tangy and aromatic. Fortress 13.5 °.
• "Crown" from "EDVAG Group" LLC. From the varieties of pomegranates grown in Syunik - the southernmost region of Armenia. Fortress 12 °.
• Pomegranate red from The manufacturer recommends Ijevan winery for desserts. Pomegranates are perfectly felt in the taste. The color is burgundy red. Fortress 10-12 °.
• Pomegranate collection "Gayason" by EV Shakhnazaryan with a harmonious tart taste - a wonderful addition to meat dishes and desserts. Ruby color. Fortress 12.5 °.
• Arame pomegranate with a balanced taste, pleasant aftertaste. Fortress 11.5 °.

Fortified

These wines come with the name sweet or liqueur. Some of the brands:

• Pomegranate red sweet from“Armenia Wine”. Deep ruby ​​color. Includes pomegranates and grapes. Fortress 12 °.
• Liquor from"EDVAG Group" LLC . The color is dark red slightly cinnamon. Pomegranate tones are pronounced, in the aftertaste - chocolate and wild berries. Fortress 16 °.

Fruit

Pomegranate wines are classified as fruit varieties. But especially the tones of fruit can be traced in the brands:

• Armenia Wine Pomegranate swee t - sweet wine with berry and fruity notes, also felt in the aftertaste. Fortress 11 °.
• "Reserve" from "EDVAG Group" LLC is considered the most corpulent in the 365 Wines line. Fortress 13.5 °.

Dry

Lovers of dry wines will also be conquered by the pomegranate varieties:

• Fruit Tree of Life Dry Pomegranate from the Proshyan Brandy Factory with a balanced taste and strength of 11 °.
• Artsruni Royal Pomegranate dry with a slight sourness and astringency. Fortress 11 °.
• M.Parajanov 2013 , which has a pleasant taste and strength of 13 °.

Wines from all of these producers can be bought in Russia as well. The cost for a bottle of 0.75 starts at 350 rubles and goes up to 800 rubles. And in a collectible ceramic bottle - up to 1700 rubles.

How to make pomegranate wine at home

Stock up on pomegranates and make your dream of natural, precious pomegranate wine come true with a lovely color and excellent taste.

Carefully. There is a recommendation to use pomegranate juice in the absence of pomegranates. However, numerous checks confirm that pomegranate is not always present in the juice that is sold in stores. Therefore, it is better to spend money on real grenades than an expensive imitation.

Basic recipe

To make the wine as close to natural as possible and contain less water, choose a proportion:50 ml of added water for every liter of juice ... But given that in the middle lane, especially in the north, pomegranates do not grow and are not cheap, the people came up with other proportions:

• 500 ml of water and a liter of juice. Not a fountain, but acceptable;
• 1 to 1 (fruit in kg, water in liters). Worse, but still good wine;
• for 5 kg of pomegranate fruit (there will be about 2-2.3 liters of juice) - 10 liters of water. But it will be, frankly, a liquid wine.

But here is a classic recipe according to which wine is prepared in regions where pomegranates grow right in the gardens. Take:

• 5 kg of ripe pomegranates. Skin color in this case does not play a special role. The main thing is that the grains inside are ripe, their characteristic pomegranate color and without spoiled areas. And choose large pomegranates themselves, because the smaller the fruit, the more will go to waste, and the juice will be less;
• clean water at the rate of 50 ml for each liter of juice obtained or 2-3 liters;
• sugar - 300-400 g for each liter of wort obtained by mixing water with juice. The amount depends on the desired sweetness and acidity of the fruit itself;
• raisin sourdough - 0.5 l or wine yeast as indicated on the package.

Preparation:

• Prepare a raisin sourdough 4-5 days before buying and processing pomegranates. Pour 200 grams of raisins into a half liter bottle and add a third of a glass of sugar. Pour over the hangers with slightly warmed water. Leave the bottle covered with a cotton stopper or gauze out of the light. The sourdough is ready when it is clearly fermented.
• Extract the seeds from the pomegranates and extract the juice. The usual way is to rub them with a spoon on a metal strainer. Alternatively, place the mass of grains in a stainless saucepan and pound for a long time with a pestle. Then use the whole mass together instead of juice.
• There will be some pulp in the juice - this is normal. Dilute it with water according to the recipe and add 150 g of sugar per liter of wort. Pour in the starter with the raisins or add yeast.

Attention. Do not use bakery or alcohol yeast. You'll get mash, but not wine.

• Cover the container with gauze and leave it in the room for several days, stirring the contents a couple of times a day.
• After three days, signs of fermentation will appear (sour-alcohol smell, foam). Strain the wort, squeeze the pulp through cheesecloth to it.
• Add sugar to the fermented wort again (100 g per liter) and secure a water seal or a medical glove with a punctured finger.
• Leave until complete fermentation in room conditions, without sun exposure.

Important. A stable temperature is required, without sudden changes, so do not leave the suley outside, even if it is warm during the day.

• Add the remaining sugar twice in equal portions to the wort every 4 days. To do this, drain a little wine material, dissolve the sugar (it is allowed to warm it up a little, but not higher than 30 ° C) and pour it back, closing the wort with a water seal.
• Fermentation takes from a month to 50 days. If, after the maximum period, the bubbling of the water seal has not stopped or the glove is still inflated, drain the wine from the sediment through a thin tube and leave to ferment. Otherwise, excessive bitterness in the finished product cannot be avoided.
• When the shutter no longer gurgles and the glove is deflated, drain the young wine from the sediment. After the test, either leave it as it is, or add sugar, or fix it with alcohol (vodka). In terms of 40-degree alcohol, take no more than 15% of the available wine. Pour into containers (you can - cans) under the very throat and close tightly with lids, take them into the cellar for ripening.
• The aging period is from 3 months to six months. The longer, the softer and more balanced the taste of the wine. Remove the sediment every month.

How to make with barley

The recipe came to us from the USA. For him, you need to take large and very ripe sweet pomegranates.

You will need:

• 15 pomegranates of the specified quality;
• juice from 1 medium lemon;
• 220 g of cereals or 250 g of whole barley;
• 4 liters of water;
• 1.3-1.5 kg of sugar;
• 200 ml raisin sourdough or wine yeast according to the instructions.

Cooking method:

• Make a raisin starter or make yeast.
• Remove the seeds from the pomegranates into a suitable bowl.
• Boil the barley in 2 liters of water. Whole cereals need to be cooked longer than cereals.
• Strain the hot broth through a colander (sieve) directly onto the grains. Add sugar, freshly squeezed lemon juice and the remaining 2 liters of water to this.
• Add raisin sourdough or yeast to the cooled wort.
• Pour into sulet and put a water seal or secure a glove. Choose a warm place with a stable temperature for fermentation.
• Fermentation time is 2 weeks. Then drain through a tube without touching the sediment and send it to the cellar for 2 months under the lid. Remove from the sediment a couple of times. Wine is considered ready when no more sediment has formed.
• Pour into bottles, seal tightly and leave in the cellar for six months.

How to make with orange, raisins and lemon

For 10 large ripe pomegranates, take:

• 0.5 kg of raisins;
• 2 lemons;
• 2 oranges;
• a glass of raisin sourdough and wine yeast;
• 1.5 kg of sugar;
• 4 liters of water.

Preparation:

• Remove the zest from the lemons with a thin flake.
• Peel the zest off the oranges and squeeze out the juice.
• Add slightly warmed water to mashed pomegranate kernels, add sugar, juice, zest, yeast and sourdough. Let it ferment with a glove on the neck or a water seal.
• Fermentation will stop in a couple of weeks. Drain off the sediment and leave it in the basement under a water seal (glove) for 2 months or a little more. During this time, drain the sediment twice. When it no longer falls out, bottle and seal. Withstand another half a year.

You will not regret if you dare to make pomegranate wine. This is truly a royal drink. It is peculiar and unique, bears little resemblance to grape and is easily recognizable by its light astringency and inimitable aroma.

In the old days, pomegranate fruits were a symbol of fertility, these fruits have been known to man for more than one century. However, wine from it began to be produced quite recently. But why didn't humanity produce it before?

Pomegranate seeds do not have enough sugar, which is necessary to maintain the fermentation process in natural conditions. Only a few varieties of this fruit are suitable for winemaking (they are the most juicy and rich in sugar).

How pomegranate wines are made

There is no special secret in the production of this drink, because it is prepared according to the technology usual for winemaking. The fruits are harvested, peeled, and then placed in special containers to ferment the drink. When the degree of alcohol in the wort reaches 6-7%, the process stops.

Production regions

The technology was first mastered in Israel. Today the Israelites make it from fruits that are grown in the Upper Galilee. No sugar is used in the production. The result is an exceptionally natural product. Rimon is Israel's most popular contemporary pomegranate wine.

Production is also developed in Armenia, and the product is popular not only in its homeland, but also in many countries of the world. Fruits grow in Armenia, which are most suitable for making delicious dry and semi-sweet wine.

What do they drink pomegranate wine with?

This variety is served lightly chilled, with fruit or dessert. It is distinguished by its special density, dense consistency. The color of the drink is dark amber with a light golden tint.

Despite its light tart taste, it cannot be called cloying. A pleasant nutty aftertaste remains in the mouth. In addition, it is easy to drink, even without a snack.

Beneficial features

In moderate doses, it has only health benefits. This drink contains linolenic acid, which is able to suppress the activity of carcinogenic substances in the human body. In addition, the product is considered a powerful antioxidant.

In any case, everyone is obliged to try it: you cannot deprive yourself of such a chance to enjoy a special taste and amazing aroma.