1st attempt at birch tapping

[Dave ward]

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[Dave ward]

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[Dave ward]

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[Dave ward]

Here we go ashley. As requested. Feel free to use them if you want buddy

[Fraxinus]

I had a go at this a couple of years ago for a science demonstration. I couldn't get the bugger to work, i used all of the tips available. Nice work guys.

Wine eh? Does anyone have a tried anad tested recipe, or link to another thread?

http://www.theotherandyhamilton.com/...irch-sap-wine/


Rob

[Tigger004]

Great that you're out doing it but I would advise that the tap is bark free,

[Dave ward]

Thanks tigger why should the tap be bark free? On the underside of the twig i did take the bark off and went down to the clean wood, you can't see it in the pics though.

[Yungen of Bury]

Thanks tigger why should the tap be bark free? On the underside of the twig i did take the bark off and went down to the clean wood, you can't see it in the pics though.

at a guess, the bark could/would contain bits of dirt, or other nasties.. stripping it off to the bare wood would make sure nothing tainted your sap.. or at least reduce the chances of it just a guess mind..

[Tigger004]

I was always taught that before using wood for for stuff and cooking to strip it of bark to lessen the chance of bacteria, especially a sugery product which may be kept/stored for a while,
Maybe a bit OCD but wouldn't hurt

[Dave ward]

Cool ok buddy well if i don't post anything for a while you'll know why ha ha