Accokeek Creek Perry
Savor the sweet and effervescent notes of homemade Pear Perry, a sparkling beverage crafted from ripe pears and lightly sweetened with natural honey. This refreshing drink features hints of lemon and raisins, creating a harmonious blend that’s perfect for gatherings or relaxing afternoons. Enjoy the essence of fresh pears in every sip!
ingredients
- 2 1/2 gallons ripe pears, mashed
- 5 cups boiled water, cooled
- 6 cups honey (to taste)
- 3 oz minced raisins
- 6 Campden tablets
- 8 oz lemon juice
- 1 package champagne yeast
steps
- 1.
Begin by thoroughly washing and mashing the ripe pears in a large fermentation vessel to extract their juice and pulp.
- 2.
Boil 5 cups of water, then allow it to cool down to room temperature before adding it to the fruit.
- 3.
In a separate container, mix the honey into the cooled water, adjusting the sweetness to your preference.
- 4.
Pour the honey mixture into the mashed pears, ensuring everything is well combined, then stir in the minced raisins for added flavor.
- 5.
Crush the Campden tablets and mix them into the must to eliminate any wild yeasts and bacteria.
- 6.
Add lemon juice to enhance the flavor with a zesty brightness.
- 7.
Sprinkle in the champagne yeast, gently mixing to incorporate it evenly throughout the mixture.
- 8.
Cover the fermentation vessel with a clean cloth and let it ferment in a cool, dark place for approximately 5-7 days.
- 9.
Once active fermentation begins, transfer the mixture to a sanitized carboy, leaving sediment behind, and allow it to mature for 4-6 weeks.
- 10.
Monitor fermentation and clarity, then siphon the finished Perry into bottles, cork, and store in a cool, dark area.
