Mint Herbal Mead
Experience the refreshing essence of summer with this Minty Fresh Mead. Infused with vibrant mint leaves and rich honey, this homemade beverage embodies a perfect balance of sweetness and herbal notes. Ideal for sipping on warm evenings or sharing with friends, this mead promises a unique flavor profile that will entice your taste buds and elevate any gathering.
ingredients
- 3 lbs honey
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 packet of wine yeast
- 1 gallon water
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, heat the water to 160°F, ensuring it's hot enough to dissolve the honey thoroughly.
- 2.
Stir in the honey until it is fully dissolved into the water, creating a honey-water mixture.
- 3.
Add the fresh mint leaves and lightly crush them to release their aromatic oils and flavor.
- 4.
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, letting the mint infuse further.
- 5.
Once cooled, transfer the mixture to a fermentation vessel, ensuring it's clean and sanitized.
- 6.
Sprinkle the wine yeast over the mixture, following the packet instructions for activation.
- 7.
Cover the fermentation vessel with a sanitized airlock and let it ferment for 4-6 weeks, keeping it in a dark, cool space.
- 8.
After fermentation, rack the mead to a secondary fermentation vessel carefully, leaving sediment behind.
- 9.
Age the mead in the secondary vessel for 2-3 months, allowing flavors to meld and mature.
- 10.
Finally, bottle the mead and age it for an additional 3-6 months. Over time, the flavors will develop into a smooth, aromatic drink, ready to enjoy.
