Cherry Melomel
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this Cherry Jubilee Mead. The luscious sweetness of honey meets the tartness of fresh cherries, resulting in a delightful libation that's perfect for warm evenings or festive gatherings. With a simple brewing process, you can create a rich, aromatic mead that matures beautifully over time. Sip and savor the essence of cherries in every glass!
ingredients
- 3 lbs honey
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 packet of wine yeast
- 1 gallon water
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, heat the water to 160°F.
- 2.
Stir in the honey until fully dissolved.
- 3.
Add the fresh cherries to the honey-water mixture.
- 4.
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
- 5.
Transfer the cooled mixture to a fermentation vessel.
- 6.
Sprinkle the wine yeast over the mixture, stirring gently to combine.
- 7.
Cover the fermentation vessel with an airlock or cloth to allow gases to escape.
- 8.
Let it ferment for 4-6 weeks at room temperature, checking occasionally.
- 9.
After fermentation, rack the mead to a secondary fermentation vessel, leaving sediment behind.
- 10.
Age the mead for 2-3 months in the secondary vessel.
- 11.
Once aged, bottle the mead and store it in a cool, dark place for an additional 3-6 months before serving.
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