With the improvement of living standards, people's health concepts have become stronger. In recent years, black goji berries have been favored by many people due to their good nourishing effects, such as kidney and essence replenishment, heart nourishment and calming. Can black goji berries be used to make alcohol?
Can black goji berries be used to make alcohol?
Yes, they can.
Black goji berries have a neutral nature and a sweet taste. They have the functions of nourishing the kidneys and replenishing essence, nourishing the blood, and calming the mind. They are suitable for symptoms such as soreness of the waist and knees, dizziness, insomnia, and nocturnal emissions. They can be chewed directly or soaked in water for drinking. The culture of medicinal alcohol is profound and deeply rooted in people's hearts. Black goji berries, as a nourishing herb, can utilize the power of alcohol to enhance and release their medicinal effects. Therefore, black goji berries can be used to make alcohol.
What color does black goji berry alcohol turn into?
It turns from purple to white.
Black goji berries contain a large amount of anthocyanins, so there will be a color change when they are soaked in water. The color is usually blue or purple. When making black goji berry alcohol, acidic white wine is generally chosen. Anthocyanins turn purple under acidic conditions, so black goji berry alcohol appears purple-red. As the soaking time increases, the black goji berry alcohol will gradually turn white.
Why does black goji berry alcohol turn white?
The initial color of black goji berry alcohol is due to the abundant anthocyanins it contains. Anthocyanins are water-soluble pigments. During the soaking process, anthocyanins are gradually released. After complete dissolution, the medicinal alcohol turns white.
What is a good combination for making black goji berry alcohol?
Wuweizi Black Goji Berry Alcohol
Ingredients:
20g black goji berries, 20g Ophiopogon japonicus, 20g Polygonatum sibiricum, 20g Acanthopanax senticosus, 20g Epimedium, and 1000ml 50°C white wine.
Instructions:
1. Put the above five medicinal herbs into a container.
2. Soak them in white wine, seal the container, and consume after 15 days.
3. Take 15-20ml each time, once in the morning and once in the evening.
Efficacy: Nourishes the liver and kidneys, dispels wind and dampness, and regulates the five organs.
Black Goji Berry and Rehmannia Alcohol
Ingredients:
125g black goji berries, 150g Rehmannia glutinosa, and 2500ml white wine.
Instructions:
1. Crush the black goji berries and process the Rehmannia glutinosa. Place them together in a clean bottle.
2. Pour the white wine into the bottle, seal it, and place it in a cool and dry place.
3. After 14 days, open the bottle and continue to store it in a cool and dry place.
4. Drink 10-20ml on an empty stomach in the morning and evening.
Efficacy: Nourishes yin and replenishes the kidneys, nourishes the heart and calms the mind.
