Bearded Tree Acai Berry Melomel
Immerse yourself in the enchanting taste of Bearded Tree Acai Berry Melomel, where luscious wildflower honey harmonizes with the vibrant essence of acai berry puree. This handcrafted 5-gallon melomel evokes the spirit of nature, making it a perfect companion for summer celebrations or intimate gatherings. Brew, chill, and enjoy this exquisite beverage, crafted with love and creativity.
ingredients
- Water: Enough to make 5 gallons
- Honey: 2 lbs. Wildflower Honey
- Fruit: 22 lbs. Acai Berry Puree
- Yeast: 1 package (5g) Mead Yeast
steps
- 1.
Sanitize all brewing equipment thoroughly to maintain a clean environment.
- 2.
Prepare a fermentation vessel with at least a 5-gallon capacity.
- 3.
In the fermentation vessel, pour in the 2 lbs. of wildflower honey.
- 4.
Add 22 lbs. of acai berry puree to the vessel.
- 5.
Fill the vessel with water until the total volume reaches 5 gallons.
- 6.
Stir the mixture well to dissolve the honey and ensure an even distribution.
- 7.
Rehydrate the 5g package of mead yeast per the package instructions.
- 8.
Gently add the rehydrated yeast to the must, stirring lightly.
- 9.
Seal the fermentation vessel with an airlock for gas escape and to prevent contamination.
- 10.
Place the vessel in a cool, dark location (ideal temperature: 60-70°F/15-21°C).
- 11.
Allow fermentation to occur for 4-6 weeks, or until activity visibly slows.
- 12.
Carefully siphon the mead into a clean secondary vessel, leaving sediment behind.
- 13.
Seal the secondary vessel and allow the mead to age for several months.
- 14.
Siphon the aged mead into sanitized bottles, sealing with caps or corks.
- 15.
Store in a cool, dark place for additional aging or serve chilled immediately.
