Ginger Zing Mead
Unleash the bold flavors of Ginger Zing Mead, blending the sweet essence of wildflower honey with the invigorating warmth of fresh ginger. This aromatic mead bursts with zesty personality, making it a perfect companion for warm gatherings or cozy evenings. Allow it to ferment patiently for a vibrant experience that will tantalize your taste buds!
ingredients
- 4 lbs (1.8 kg) of wildflower honey
- 1 gallon (3.8 L) of filtered water
- 2-3 oz (56-85 g) of fresh ginger root (peeled and sliced)
- 1 packet of Lalvin D-47 yeast
- 1 tsp yeast nutrient
- 1 tsp yeast energizer
steps
- 1.
In a sanitized fermentation vessel, combine filtered water and wildflower honey, stirring gently until fully dissolved.
- 2.
Add the sliced fresh ginger root to the honey-water mixture for that spicy zing!
- 3.
Bring the mixture to a slight simmer (just below boiling) to help extract ginger flavors, then cool back down to room temperature.
- 4.
Once cooled, sprinkle the Lalvin D-47 yeast over the surface along with the yeast nutrient and energizer, then stir gently to integrate.
- 5.
Seal the fermentation vessel with an airlock, allowing the mead to ferment in a cool, dark place for 4-6 weeks.
- 6.
Once fermentation is complete, siphon the mead off the sediment into clean bottles, optionally filtering it if desired.
- 7.
Cap the bottles and store them in a cool place, allowing them to mature for at least another month before tasting.
- 8.
Serve chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy the vibrant zing!
