Plum Melomel
Experience the luscious blend of wildflower honey and ripe plums in this captivating melomel. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, this mead is a delightful way to capture the essence of summer. Infused with the natural sweetness of honey and the tartness of plums, this brew offers a unique balance, resulting in a refreshing finish perfect for any occasion.
ingredients
- 10 lbs wildflower honey
- 12 lbs fresh plums, pitted with skins on
- 3 oz acid blend
- 1 packet American Ale yeast
- Water (to top off)
steps
- 1.
Sanitize all equipment thoroughly before starting.
- 2.
In a large brew kettle, heat 2 gallons of water to approximately 160°F (70°C).
- 3.
Gradually stir in the wildflower honey until fully dissolved.
- 4.
Remove from heat and cool the honey-water mixture to room temperature.
- 5.
In a fermentation vessel, combine the cooled honey-water mixture with 3 oz of acid blend.
- 6.
Add the pitted plums, ensuring they are crushed to release juices.
- 7.
Pitch the American Ale yeast into the mixture, stirring gently to combine.
- 8.
Top off with water to reach the 5-gallon mark, ensuring everything is mixed well.
- 9.
Seal the fermentation vessel with an airlock and set it in a cool, dark place.
- 10.
Allow the mixture to ferment for about 2 to 3 weeks, or until bubbling ceases.
- 11.
Once fermentation is complete, siphon the melomel into a secondary vessel, leaving sediment behind.
- 12.
Let age for at least 2 to 3 months for improved flavors, then bottle and enjoy responsibly!
