Parsnip Mead
Discover the rich, earthy notes of parsnips harmonizing with the sweetness of honey in this unique parsnip mead. Infused with fresh orange juice and enriched with raisins, this innovative brew offers a refreshing twist on traditional mead. Perfect for sipping or pairing with various dishes, it invites adventurous palates to enjoy an intriguing blend of flavors.
ingredients
- 3 lbs parsnips
- 1 lb raisins
- 3 ½ cups honey
- ½ tsp yeast energizer
- 4 oranges, juiced
- ¼ tsp tannin
- 1 campden tablet
- 1 packet mead yeast
steps
- 1.
Peel and chop the parsnips into small cubes, then boil in salted water until tender.
- 2.
Drain the parsnips and transfer them to a large mixing bowl, mashing them until smooth. Let cool.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, mix the raisins with warm water for about 15 minutes, then drain.
- 4.
Stir the honey, orange juice, tannin, and yeast energizer into the cooled parsnip puree until well combined.
- 5.
Crush the campden tablet and mix it into the parsnip mixture to preserve flavors.
- 6.
Gently fold in the soaked raisins.
- 7.
Sprinkle the packet of mead yeast over the mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- 8.
Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it sit in a warm area for fermentation, typically 5-7 days, stirring daily.
- 9.
After fermentation, strain the mixture through a fine mesh to extract the juice, discarding solids.
- 10.
Bottle the resulting liquid and let it age in a cool, dark place for at least a month before enjoying.
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