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Edwin Pawlowski
 
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> I have 12 gallons of wine that contains 15% alcohol. If I add 3
> gallons of water will this reduce the alcohol content to 12%.
> Thanks,
> James


It may be mathematically correct, but you can ruin the wine in that it will
have less flavor, less body.

Do a simple test. Pour a glass of your favorite wine. Now add 25% water and
take a drink. Is it still your favorite wine?


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