Ginger Cinnamon Citrumel
Savor the vibrant fusion of Spiced Ginger Citrus Mead enhanced with a splash of fresh lemon juice. This zesty blend of rich honey, aromatic ginger, and warming cinnamon elevates your mead experience, making it the perfect choice for festivities or cozy moments. Each sip delivers a bright, harmonious balance of flavors that celebrate life's simple joys, ensuring an unforgettable drink for any occasion.
ingredients
- 3 lbs honey
- 1 cup chopped ginger root
- 3-4 whole cinnamon sticks
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 packet of champagne yeast
- 1 gallon water
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, heat 1 gallon of water to 160°F.
- 2.
Stir in the 3 lbs of honey until fully dissolved.
- 3.
Add the 1 cup of chopped ginger root, 3-4 whole cinnamon sticks, and 1 cup of fresh lemon juice to the mixture.
- 4.
Allow the mixture to steep while cooling to room temperature, enhancing the infusion.
- 5.
After cooling, remove the cinnamon sticks and transfer the mixture to a fermentation vessel.
- 6.
Add the packet of champagne yeast and stir gently to combine.
- 7.
Cover the fermentation vessel with an airlock and let it ferment for 4-6 weeks.
- 8.
After fermentation, rack the mead into a secondary fermentation vessel to remove sediment.
- 9.
Age the mead for an additional 2–3 months for flavor development.
- 10.
Once aged, bottle the mead and label each bottle.
- 11.
Allow the bottled mead to age for 3-6 more months before serving for optimal flavor.
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