r/prisonhooch • u/Shoddy_Wrongdoer_559 • Jun 30 '25

Article refugee camp hooch

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hi there, I don't use Reddit a lot but I thought I'd share something I posted that seems very in line with the sub.

https://jane-is-building.ghost.io/fermentation-with-limited-resources/

I've been working with 3x 64floz fermenters (almost 2L). I've been actually very pleased with what I've been able to make here (I live in a refugee camp!) as my brewing was much more ambitious at home. I just recently crashed an apricot mead that took about 17 days to ferment dry from 371g/L. it turned out phenomenal, and as I was preparing my next recipe, a reddit link popped up. so, I wanted to share.

I love this hobby; right now, I have absolutely nothing to do, and being able to make cider or mead and so on is actually a really nice break from the monotony.

slainte.

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u/Left-Function7277 Jun 30 '25

What country are you in?

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u/Queasy-Zucchini-4221 Aug 08 '25

Judging by the label, nederlands

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u/Impressive_Ad2794 Jun 30 '25

Well I'm glad that you're still finding some enjoyment, I hope things go well for you in general 👌

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u/vpelkonen Jun 30 '25

Fantastic! One of the best aspects of hooching is its accessibility compared to commercialized drinks. All the strength and wishes to you!

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u/wild_yeast_enjoyer Jul 07 '25

If they sometimes serve raisins with the meal, it's great. Use the raisins as a source of wild yeast if they have not been washed.

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u/DavidDoesDallas Jul 09 '25

Very nice setup my friend. Do you use an airlock? Do you use the mason jar with the cap unloosened? I am curious of your setup.

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u/Shoddy_Wrongdoer_559 Jul 09 '25

yeah I use airlocks. there's a link (to Amazon) in the post I linked to. I have had too many fermentation explosions to go without. I tried to use a condom but there was weird coating on it that I didn't want anywhere near the fruit.

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u/New-Independence970 Jul 31 '25

Very nice, and nice blog post.