This just came up in alt.usage.english and I want to check my work.
AIUI, the term "racking" means transferring liquid from one container (or set) to another container (or set), so it includes both intermediate racking stages for sediment removal and clarity *and* bottling (racking into bottles).
Right or wrong?
Correct.
Thanks.
OTOH, the OED defines "rack" only as the first thing I mentioned: "To draw off (wine, cider, etc.) from the sediment. Also with 'off'."
DrinksForum website is not affiliated with any of the manufacturers or service providers discussed here. All logos and trade names are the property of their respective owners.