Orion's Lemon Lime Mead
Experience a refreshing twist on traditional mead with this zesty lemon lime infusion. Perfect for warm summer days or intimate gatherings, this delightful beverage captures the brightness of citrus and the richness of honey. Easy to make and naturally bubbly, this mead combines the tartness of lemons and limes with the smooth sweetness of honey.
ingredients
- 3 lemons, juiced
- 3 limes, juiced
- 1 quart water
- 3 cups honey
- 1/4 teaspoon champagne yeast
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional for added warmth)
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, combine honey and one quart of water over low heat, stirring until the honey is fully dissolved.
- 2.
Add lemon and lime juices, zest, and cinnamon stick (if using) to the pot, stirring well to combine.
- 3.
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
- 4.
Once cooled, transfer the mixture to a clean fermentation vessel.
- 5.
Sprinkle the champagne yeast over the mixture and gently stir to incorporate.
- 6.
Seal the vessel with an airlock and let the mead ferment for 2-4 weeks in a dark, cool area.
- 7.
After fermentation is complete, siphon the mead into clean bottles, avoiding the sediment at the bottom.
- 8.
Let the bottled mead condition in the fridge for at least another week before enjoying.
