Pomegranate Melomel
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Pomegranate Paradise Mead, a luscious and fruity honey-based drink that beautifully combines the tartness of pomegranate juice with the sweetness of honey. Perfect for sipping on warm evenings or sharing at celebrations, this handcrafted mead transforms into a delightful beverage over months of careful fermentation. Enjoy this aromatic elixir that celebrates the rich bounty of nature.
ingredients
- 3 lbs honey
- 2 cups pomegranate juice
- 1 packet of wine yeast
- 1 gallon water
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, heat the water to 160°F.
- 2.
Stir in the honey until fully dissolved.
- 3.
Add the pomegranate juice to the honey-water mixture.
- 4.
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, ensuring it doesn't kill the yeast.
- 5.
Transfer to a fermentation vessel, preferably glass.
- 6.
Sprinkle the wine yeast over the cooled mixture.
- 7.
Cover the fermentation vessel with an airlock and let it ferment for 4-6 weeks at room temperature.
- 8.
After fermentation, rack the mead to a secondary fermentation vessel to remove sediment.
- 9.
Age the mead for 2-3 months to enhance flavors.
