Dandelion Wine

Directions

1. 1
   Place dandelion blossoms and 4 quarts water in kettle or Dutch oven; boil 30 minutes.
2. 2
   Strain to remove blossoms, then strain through cheesecloth into a large stone or glass jar.
3. 3
   Let stand until cool, then dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water.
4. 4
   Add yeast mixture, raisins, sugar, lemon and orange, cut in small pieces, to dandelion liquid.
5. 5
   Let stand for 2 weeks, stirring each day. Strain through cheesecloth several times until clear.
6. 6
   Add the rum.
7. 7
   Pour into 3 clean wine bottles; seal with cork or screw cap. Makes 3 bottles.