grape press

[Brewer-again]

Any one have any designs for a grape press that I could make. I have about 20 ltrs of grapes so I need to keep wastage to the minimum.

Bought an AWThomson juicer but the small print says unsuitable for grapes as it tears the pips, releasing too many of the tannins.

[Hazel at the Hill]

Well, traditionally it was done with the feet, wasn't it? Tho' I suspect that that is not terribly helpful.

[Brewer-again]

grape press

Thanks Hazel, but then I would have to wash my feet twice.!!

[littlemark]

This would be perfectly adequate for pressing grapes, and you'll be sorted for pressing apples in the Autumn.

Homemade Cider Press - Real Cider and Perry at ukcider - good cider pub guide - cider producers - cider makers FAQ

Mark

[Brewer-again]

thanks 'littlemark', I will build one with a basic upright square frame with the lower tray being raised using my car jack from underneath to prevent contamination.