Viking's Blood White Cherry Melomel
Experience the ancient flavors of Nordic tradition with this Viking's Blood Melomel, a tantalizing blend of white cherries and honey, steeped in green tea and enhanced with the effervescent touch of Champagne yeast. This refreshing mead captures the essence of summer fruits and medieval craftsmanship, perfect for any gathering or moment of celebration.
ingredients
- 2 gal of water
- 4 to 6 green tea bags
- 5 1/2 cups of mashed white cherries
- 4 to 6 cups of honey
- 1 packet of Champagne yeast
- 2 tsp of potassium sorbate
steps
- 1.
Begin by boiling 1 quart of water, then steep the green tea bags for about 5-10 minutes, depending on your desired strength. Remove the bags and let the tea cool.
- 2.
In a large, sanitized fermentation vessel, combine the 2 gallons of water and the cooled green tea.
- 3.
Gradually stir in the mashed white cherries until well blended.
- 4.
Add 4 to 6 cups of honey, adjusting to your taste preference for sweetness, and mix thoroughly until fully dissolved.
- 5.
Sprinkle the packet of Champagne yeast over the mixture, stirring gently to incorporate.
- 6.
Seal the vessel with an airlock and let it ferment at a cool, dark temperature for 2-4 weeks, or until bubbling has ceased.
- 7.
Once fermentation is complete, add the potassium sorbate to stabilize the mead, and let it rest for another week.
- 8.
Finally, siphon the melomel into sanitized bottles, label, and store in a cool, dark place. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature!
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