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Default Juice Bag Has Small Leak!

On Oct 16, 7:20 pm, "JB" > wrote:
> I think I know the answer but I'll still ask the question.
>
> I received a 16 liter wine kit today. The outer box was intact but the wine
> kit box felt slightly damp when I took it out of the inner box. When I
> removed the plastic wrap I could tell that the box was a little damp.
> Inside, the oak chip bags were soaked. There's a leak in the bag near the
> top that I've not yet located. Here's my question: If the air tight seal on
> the juice bag is compromised in any way then this renders the juice
> unusable, right? I mean has anyone received a kit in similar condition and
> gone on to make good wine? Bad wine? Didn't even bother?
>
> I've already notified the company and am expecting them to replace it or
> give me credit but since this is the first time for this I wanted to ask the
> group.
>
> TIA
>
> John


I have no experience with this but if the juice does not smell bad or
look oxidized it may be OK. If they don't want it back i would make
it and turn it into vinegar if worst came to worst.

Joe