It's drinkable now,but after about 6 weeks it gets real strong.My wife used to buy a brand from south MS called old south.And when she had trouble finding it,I started making it and she loves it.Last year made close to 30 bottles and after giving some away and me getting luck,she's about out.Made some blackberry in the spring but it's not as good.If i can make it camp I will bring some.