Spiced Ginger Citrus Mead
Experience the warmth of Spiced Ginger Citrus Mead, a charming combination of rich honey, zesty ginger, and fragrant cinnamon. Perfect for festive gatherings or relaxing evenings, this mead's layered flavors create a cozy atmosphere that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Embrace the inviting aromas and comforting taste that make every sip a celebration of life’s simple pleasures.
ingredients
- 3 lbs honey
- 1 cup chopped ginger root
- 3-4 whole cinnamon sticks
- 1 packet of champagne yeast
- 1 gallon water
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, heat 1 gallon of water to 160°F.
- 2.
Stir in the 3 lbs of honey until fully dissolved.
- 3.
Add the 1 cup of chopped ginger root and the 3-4 whole cinnamon sticks to the mixture.
- 4.
Allow the mixture to steep while cooling to room temperature, enhancing the cinnamon infusion.
- 5.
After cooling, remove the cinnamon sticks and transfer the mixture to a fermentation vessel.
- 6.
Add the packet of champagne yeast and stir gently to combine.
- 7.
Cover the fermentation vessel with an airlock and let it ferment for 4-6 weeks.
- 8.
After fermentation, rack the mead into a secondary fermentation vessel to remove sediment.
- 9.
Age the mead for an additional 2–3 months for flavor development.
- 10.
Once aged, bottle the mead and label each bottle.
- 11.
Allow the bottled mead to age for 3-6 more months before serving for optimal flavor.
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