Pink, popular and easy-drinking, WineBuddy 30 Bottle White Zinfandel is a slightly sweeter-than-average rosé that suits warm-weather entertaining. The kit makes 30 bottles and is ready in 7 days.
Key specs
| Makes |
30 bottles (23 litres) |
| Approx. ABV |
about 11% |
| Ready in |
about 7 days |
| Style |
White Zinfandel |
| In the box |
grape juice concentrate, yeast, nutrient, finings, stabiliser, oak, flavour pack |
| You'll also need |
4kg sugar |
In the box
- Grape juice concentrate
- Yeast and nutrient sachets
- Stabiliser and finings
- French oak chips and a flavouring pack
You will also need
Make up the concentrate with sugar and water, add the yeast, then use the stabiliser and finings as the instructions describe before bottling.
Yeast upgrade: Mangrove Jack's MA33 is an acid-reducing strain for fruity wines with a touch of sweetness. See also the 30 Bottle Merlot and 30 Bottle Sauvignon Blanc.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bottles does it make?
It makes 30 bottles, approximately 22.5 litres, at around 11-12% ABV. See our guide to how many bottles a kit makes.
What does it taste like?
A pink rosé that's slightly sweeter than average - fruity, easy-drinking and great for summer.
Do I need to add sugar?
Yes - WineBuddy 30 Bottle kits need 4kg of sugar, which isn't included. The kit contains the grape juice concentrate, yeast, finings and stabiliser.
How long until I can drink it?
Primary fermentation usually takes 5-7 days, then you clear it and bottle. Give it 1-2 weeks in the bottle for the best flavour.
What equipment do I need?
A fermentation vessel with airlock, a hydrometer and a siphon, plus 30 bottles. Keep it at a steady 18-22°C and sanitise everything before you start.
Can I upgrade the yeast?
Yes - Mangrove Jack's MA33 suits fruity wines with a touch of sweetness, and it copes well with a warmer kitchen.