Sarsaparilla Blossom Mead
Immerse yourself in the enchanting flavors of Sarsaparilla Blossom Mead. This unique beverage combines the sweet essence of honey with the delicate floral notes of sarsaparilla flowers, making it an exquisite indulgence for warm days and special gatherings. With its refreshing taste and inviting aroma, this homemade mead is a showcase of nature's bounty in every glass.
ingredients
- 1-1/2 to 2 qts fresh sarsaparilla flowers
- 3 lbs honey
- 7-1/2 pts water
- 1-1/2 oz acid blend
- 1/4 tsp tannin
- 1 crushed Campden tablet
- 1-1/2 tsp yeast nutrient
- 1 packet mead yeast
steps
- 1.
Harvest fresh sarsaparilla flowers in the morning for optimal flavor. Rinse gently to remove debris or insects.
- 2.
In a large pot, bring 7-1/2 pts of water to a boil. Add the rinsed flowers and boil for about 10 minutes to create a floral infusion.
- 3.
Remove the pot from heat and strain the liquid into a sanitized fermentation vessel, discarding the flowers.
- 4.
Stir in the honey until fully dissolved, then add the acid blend, tannin, crushed Campden tablet, and yeast nutrient, mixing well.
- 5.
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
- 6.
Once cooled, pitch your mead yeast into the mixture.
- 7.
Seal the fermentation vessel with an airlock and place it in a cool, dark area for fermentation, typically 1-2 weeks or until bubbling slows significantly.
- 8.
After fermentation is complete, siphon the mead into clean bottles, leaving any sediment behind.
- 9.
Age the mead for at least 4-6 weeks to develop its full flavor before savoring.
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