Tropical Pineapple Coconut Mead (Melomel) Ingredients: 3 lbs (1.36 kg) of raw honey 1 gallon (3.78 L) of water 2 cups of fresh pineapple chunks 1 cup of coconut flesh, freshly grated or unsweetened flakes 1 lime, zest and juice…
Spiced Apple Cyser Mead Recipe Ingredients: 3 lbs (1.36 kg) of raw honey 1 gallon (3.78 L) of fresh apple cider (unpasteurized if possible) 1 lb (0.45 kg) of chopped apples (mix of sweet and tart varieties) 1 cinnamon stick…
WHAT IS AN AIRLOCK? An airlock is a small device used in the process of fermenting mead (or other fermented beverages) to allow gases to escape while preventing outside air from entering the container. Essentially, an airlock is a valve…
WHAT IS A CARBOY? A carboy is a type of glass or plastic container used in the process of making mead (and other fermented beverages) to store and ferment the mead. Carboys are cylindrical in shape, with narrow necks and…
WHAT IS AN AUTO SIPHON? An auto siphon is a device used for transferring liquids from one container to another without the need for manual siphoning. It is commonly used in homebrewing and winemaking. HOW DO YOU USE AN AUTO…
WHAT IS A GRADUATED CYLINDER? The graduated cylinder is a cylindrical container used to measure the volume of liquids. The cylinder is marked with lines that correspond to specific volume measurements, such as milliliters or fluid ounces. In making mead,…
WHAT IS A HYDROMETER? A hydrometer is a tool used to measure the density, or specific gravity, of a liquid. It’s typically a long, narrow glass or plastic tube with a weighted bulb at the bottom and a scale printed…
TRADITIONAL MEAD A traditional mead is an easy recipe for beginners to follow and learn the basics of making homemade mead. 1 GALLON BATCH Ingredients: 3 lbs of honey 1 gallon of water 1 packet of wine yeast 1 tsp…
The exact origin of mead is unknown, as it has been produced in many cultures throughout history. However, it is believed that mead may have originated independently in many parts of the world, including Africa, Asia, and Europe, where it…
Mead is an alcoholic beverage made by fermenting honey with water, sometimes with the addition of fruits, spices, or grains. It is also commonly known as “honey wine”. Mead has been produced for thousands of years and has a long…
