Tag: Mead
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Mixed Berry Mead
My first Mixed Berry Mead, inspired by and adapted from The Compleat Meadmaker. Originally Posted: Aug. 3, 2020 Quick Specs OG = 1.175 as 3 gallon starter OG = 1.105 diluted to 5 gallons ABV: ~13.8% Taste Profile: Light at first, develops well with age Time: 6 months to a Year Yield: I ended up…
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Basic Apple Cyser Mead
One of my favorite simple meads, a basic spiced Cyser (apple mead) is a great choice for beginners. The use of apple juice allows you to save money on honey as a fermentable. Originally Posted: Aug. 3, 2020 Quick Specs OG = 1.105 – 1.115 (depending on apple juice) ABV: ~12 – 14% (for the…
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General Notes on Mead
Some general notes, facts, quickie calculations, and tips for making mead. I’ll try and keep this updated as I learn new tips. Originally Posted: Aug. 3, 2020 Terminology for Beginners Beer: Any grain-based alcoholic beverage, typically consisting of malted barley, hops, water, and yeast. However, many historical and regional styles may contain adjunct fermentable sugars,…