Yanbu Raisin and Date Mead
"¼ lb. golden raisins ½ Ib. dates Zest and juice of 2 lemons 2 ½ Ibs. sugar 1 tsp. yeast nutrient ½ tsp. yeast energizer 1 campden tablet ¾ gal. water Lalvin EC-1118 veast"
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A sweet and tangy wine made with golden raisins and dates, infused with the zest and juice of lemons for a refreshing twist.
ingredients
- ¼ lb. golden raisins
- ½ lb. dates
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- 2 ½ lbs. Bearded Tree Wildflower Honey
- 1 tsp. yeast nutrient
- ½ tsp. yeast energizer
- 1 campden tablet
- ¾ gal. water
- Lalvin EC-1118 yeast
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, combine water, honey, raisins, dates, lemon zest, and juice. Bring to a simmer and stir until sugar is dissolved.
- 2.
Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- 3.
Add yeast nutrient, energizer, crushed campden tablet, and Lalvin EC-1118 yeast. Stir well.
- 4.
Cover and let ferment for 7-10 days, stirring daily.
- 5.
Strain the liquid into a clean container and fit with an airlock. Let it ferment for an additional 4-6 weeks.
- 6.
Once fermentation is complete, bottle the wine and let it age for at least 6 months before enjoying.
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