The WineBuddy 30 Bottle Wine Kit Range is the UK's best-selling home wine making kit — and it's easy to see why. Each kit makes 30 bottles (approximately 22.5 litres) of quality, consistent wine at home in around 7 days, with no specialist equipment and no prior experience required.
Available in six popular grape varieties: Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and White Zinfandel. Whether you prefer a crisp dry white, a rich red, or a refreshing rosé style, there's a WineBuddy 30 to suit your taste.
What's Included
Each kit contains a sachet of concentrated grape juice, yeast, finings, and stabiliser — everything needed for fermentation and clearing. Just add water and 4kg of sugar (not included). Full step-by-step instructions are included in the box, and our full WineBuddy 30 Bottle instructions are also available online.
What Equipment Do You Need?
You'll need a 23-litre fermentation vessel, an airlock, a hydrometer, a siphon, and 30 wine bottles or a suitable container. If you're just starting out, our home brew starter kits include all of this in one bundle. Always sanitise with VWP or ChemSan for clean, reliable results every time.
Choosing (and upgrading) your yeast
The included yeast is chosen for speed and reliability on WineBuddy's fast 7-day timeline. The best upgrade depends on which style you're making, and on how warm your fermenting spot actually runs.
Making a red (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot): Mangrove Jack's CR51 is bred for light, fruity reds meant for early drinking — a good match for this fast timeline. In a cold utility room or garage over winter (often under 15°C), swap to Lalvin EC-1118 instead, which won't stall when it's chilly.
Making a dry white (Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc): Mangrove Jack's CL23 keeps it crisp and clean. If you can ferment somewhere genuinely cool (under 15°C), Lalvin K1V-1116 pulls out noticeably more fresh-fruit aroma.
Making the White Zinfandel: Mangrove Jack's MA33 is an acid-reducing strain suited to this style's off-dry, fruity character, and it's forgiving of a warmer kitchen or airing cupboard.
How Long Does It Take?
Primary fermentation typically completes in 5–7 days. After clearing with the included finings, your wine is ready to bottle. Allow a further 1–2 weeks of bottle conditioning for best results, though many styles can be enjoyed sooner. See our full instructions for the complete step-by-step process.
How Much Does It Work Out Per Bottle?
At £21.99 for 30 bottles, that's under 75p per bottle before the cost of sugar and equipment — a fraction of supermarket prices for a wine of comparable quality.
Tips for Best Results
- Ferment at a stable 18–22°C for clean, balanced flavour
- Always sanitise all equipment thoroughly before use
- Use a hydrometer to confirm fermentation is complete before bottling
- Allow at least 7–10 days conditioning in the bottle before drinking
Browse our full range of wine kits, or explore the Solomon Grundy Platinum range if you want to step up to a premium 30-bottle kit.
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