Golden White Grape Pyment
Unlock the delightful fusion of honey and white grape juice with this Golden White Grape Pyment. Crafted with Lalvin 71B-1122 yeast, this moderately challenging recipe yields a 1-gallon batch of velvety, aromatic mead. Perfect for sipping on warm evenings or serving at celebrations, this exquisite beverage gracefully marries floral honey notes with crisp grape essence.
ingredients
- White Grape Juice: 32 oz
- Honey: 12 oz (Don Pops Honey)
- Yeast Nutrient: As per manufacturer's recommendation
- Yeast: 1 packet (Lalvin 71B-1122 Narbonne)
- Water: To reach desired volume
steps
- 1.
Sanitization: Thoroughly clean and sanitize all equipment to prevent contamination.
- 2.
Prepare the Must: In the fermentation vessel, combine white grape juice and honey. Add water to reach a total volume of approximately 1 gallon. Stir until honey completely dissolves.
- 3.
Check and Adjust: Use a hydrometer to measure the specific gravity, aiming for an OG between 1.080-1.100. Adjust with honey or water as needed. Check pH, aiming for 3.4-3.7, and adjust if necessary.
- 4.
Add Nutrients: Incorporate the yeast nutrient according to the manufacturer's recommendations, stirring gently for even distribution.
- 5.
Pitch the Yeast: Rehydrate the Lalvin 71B-1122 yeast by following the package instructions, then add the rehydrated yeast to the must and stir gently.
- 6.
Fermentation: Fit the fermentation vessel with an airlock and place in a cool, dark area (around 65-75°F) for about 4-6 weeks or until fermentation ceases (specific gravity stabilizes).
- 7.
Racking: Once fermentation is complete, use a siphon and tubing to transfer the mead to a clean vessel, leaving sediment behind.
- 8.
Bottling: After clearing, bottle the pyment, cap securely, and allow it to age for at least 3 months before enjoying.
