Mint & Basil Herbal Mead
Experience the refreshing charm of Herbal Garden Mead! This unique infusion combines the natural sweetness of alfalfa honey with aromatic herbs like refreshing mint and vibrant basil. Perfect for sipping on a warm day, this mead not only excites the palate but also serves as a delightful centerpiece for summer gatherings. Embrace nature’s flavors with every sip!
ingredients
- 1 gallon water
- 3 cups alfalfa honey
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
- 1 packet mead yeast (such as Lalvin D-47)
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1 teaspoon yeast nutrient
- Optional: Additional herbs for garnish
steps
- 1.
Boil 1 gallon of water in a large pot.
- 2.
Remove from heat and stir in the alfalfa honey until completely dissolved.
- 3.
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then transfer to a sanitized fermentation vessel.
- 4.
Add the fresh mint and basil leaves, lemon juice, and yeast nutrient to the honey-water mixture.
- 5.
Sprinkle the mead yeast evenly over the surface and gently stir to combine.
- 6.
Seal the fermenter with an airlock and let it ferment in a dark, cool space for about 2-3 weeks.
- 7.
After fermentation, strain out the herbs using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
- 8.
Transfer the mead to bottles, leaving some headspace, and optionally, add additional herbs for garnish.
- 9.
Allow the bottles to age in a cool place for another 2-4 weeks before enjoying chilled!
