Cranberry & Chipotle Mad Mead
This unique cranberry chipotle mead combines the sweetness of honey with the tartness of cranberry juice and a smoky kick from chipotle peppers. Enhanced by hints of ginger and cinnamon, it offers a tantalizing profile perfect for sipping or pairing with savory dishes. Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, this mead is sure to impress with its bold flavor.
ingredients
- 3 lbs honey
- 1 gallon water
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2-3 dried chipotle peppers, rehydrated and chopped
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Red wine yeast or mead yeast
steps
- 1.
Sanitize all equipment and ingredients thoroughly to prevent contamination.
- 2.
In a large pot, combine the honey and water over medium heat, stirring until the honey is fully dissolved.
- 3.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the cranberry juice, lime juice, chopped chipotle peppers, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- 4.
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature for optimal yeast activation.
- 5.
Transfer the cooled mixture to a fermentation vessel and gently pitch the yeast into the mixture.
- 6.
Seal the fermentation vessel and ferment at a temperature range of 65°F - 70°F for about 2-3 weeks or until fermentation bubbles cease.
- 7.
When fermentation is complete, rack the mead into a new vessel to clarify and allow aging for a minimum of 6 months.
- 8.
Once aged, bottle the mead and store it in a cool, dark area for best results.
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