Elysian Mead
Experience the harmonious blend of floral and fruit flavors in this exquisite Floral Pear Mead. Infused with the aromatic essence of Bosc pears, fragrant rose petals, and a hint of cardamom, this mead is a soothing elixir perfect for sipping on a warm evening. The addition of holy basil and clover blossoms enhances its complexity, creating a uniquely refreshing beverage that celebrates nature’s bounty.
ingredients
- 2 Bosc Pears, chopped
- 2 g Rose Petals
- 4.5 g Cardamom
- 2.3 g Clover Blossoms
- 9 g Holy Basil
- 1 cup Oats, not husked
- Cote De Blanc Yeast (as per package instructions)
- 1 gallon Water
- 0.5 cup Honey (optional, for sweetness)
steps
- 1.
In a sanitized fermenter, add the chopped Bosc pears and oats.
- 2.
In a separate bowl, steep the rose petals, cardamom, clover blossoms, and holy basil in 1 cup of hot water for 10 minutes.
- 3.
Strain the steeped herbs into the fermenter using a fine sieve or cheesecloth, discarding the solids.
- 4.
Pour an additional gallon of cooled water into the fermenter and add honey if desired for sweetness.
- 5.
Sprinkle the Cote De Blanc yeast over the mixture, stirring gently to combine.
- 6.
Cover the fermenter with an airlock and store it in a dark, cool space, allowing it to ferment for 2-3 weeks.
- 7.
Once fermentation is complete, siphon the mead into bottles, leaving sediment behind.
- 8.
Allow the mead to carbonate and mature in bottles for at least another month before tasting.
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