Peach Ginger Mead
Brew a refreshing batch of Peach Ginger Honey Mead that beautifully captures summer's essence. This delightful beverage blends the sweetness of white clover honey and fresh peaches with a hint of zesty ginger. Perfect for warm evenings, sharing with friends, or enjoying in any setting that craves a touch of sweetness. Crafted to yield 5 gallons, it's a crowd-pleaser worth the wait.
ingredients
- 12 lbs. white clover or high-quality varietal honey
- 11.36 L water, approximately
- 1 tsp. yeast energizer
- 1 tsp. yeast nutrient
- 1 tsp. pectinase (optional but recommended)
- 4.54-5.45 kg fresh peaches, blanched, peeled, and halved
- 10-12 oz. peeled and mashed ginger root (optional but recommended)
- 1 liter starter of Lalvin D-47 yeast
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, gently heat the water to dissolve the honey completely, achieving a gentle mix.
- 2.
Once the honey is dissolved, let the mixture cool down to room temperature.
- 3.
Add the yeast energizer, yeast nutrient, and optional pectinase into the cooled honey-water mix, stirring well.
- 4.
In a separate container, prepare the peaches by blanching, peeling, and halving them.
- 5.
If using ginger, peel and mash it to release its flavors and add it to the peach mix.
- 6.
Combine the peach and ginger mixture with the honey mixture in a fermentation vessel.
- 7.
Add the liter starter of Lalvin D-47 yeast to the mix and stir gently.
- 8.
Seal the fermentation vessel with an airlock and let it ferment in a cool area for approximately 4-6 weeks or until fermentation has slowed.
- 9.
After fermentation, siphon the mead into clean bottles and allow it to age for several months before serving.
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