In article
<dabel-B9432C.13381930072007@c-61-68-245-199.per.connect.net.au>,
Dan Abel <dabel@sonic.net> wrote:

> In article <omp_omelet-91997B.15005930072007@news.giganews.com>,
> Omelet <omp_omelet@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > In article
> > <dabel-9883B6.11382030072007@c-61-68-245-199.per.connect.net.au>,
> > Dan Abel <dabel@sonic.net> wrote:
> >
> > > In article <omp_omelet-6D2D92.12502130072007@news.giganews.com>,
> > > Omelet <omp_omelet@gmail.com> wrote:
> > >
> > > > Ya gotta learn home brewing...
> > >
> > > I don't think that port is something to make at home in the US. The tax
> > > laws are draconian.
> >
> > There are no taxes on home brewing, so long as you are not trying to
> > sell it! That takes a permit.
>
>
> Port is a fortified wine. You need distilled spirits to make it.
> Making distilled spirits is strictly illegal. The BATF wants its US$10
> per proof gallon tax. You can buy brandy at the store perfectly
> legally. The distillery has already paid the tax, and of course, passed
> it on to you. You could make a sweet wine without using distilled
> spirits.

Ah. No making 'shine then eh? :-)
I could just add some Brandy to it like you said above.

>
>
> > You are allowed to brew a limited amount per year for home consumption.
>
> Last I heard it was 200 gallons, beer or wine.

Thanks. I was not sure of the amount. I'd never need to brew THAT much!
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