02-10-2010, 06:48 AM
it never hurts to taste it on that last day of fermenting to see how it is. if it's too sweet, let it ferment a few days longer (if it's still bubbling a bit - even slowly!) most normal fermentation is 5-7 days but with more sugar for the yeast to consume it can take as long as two-three weeks. also remember that the taste will "develop and smooth-out" over time. although it's hard sometimes to wait!