dave whitney > wrote:
> JB > wrote:

>> Any one have a can't miss recipe for mead?
>> Got some extra honey this year.

> Hey JB, what honey flavor do you have?
> I have many recipes I will send you if you want a few.
> Also join rec.crafts.meadmaking. Helpful and friendly
> people, like in this group.

My friend Dave is on-target with rec.crafts.meadmaking.
Also check out GotMead.com for "Joe's Ancient Orange".
I've never made it, but those who have rave about it.
Be careful with the Cinnamon and Clove. A little too
much is way too much!

For a 5-gal batch, I'd start with 12 lbs of honey.
I pour the honey into the fermenter, add 2-1/2 gallons
of water at about 150 F, and stir it with a power drill.
Then I fill to the 5 gal mark will water that's been in
the fridge overnight.

After you pitch the yeast, add 2-1/2 tsp of yeast nutrient
and gently stir daily. Add 1-1/4 tsp of yeast nutrient at
the 1/3rd and 2/3rd breakpoints.

Add fruit, herbs, or spices in the secondary.

Dick