On Jun 16, 10:21 pm, (Dick Adams) wrote:
> 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
Hey Dick,
Excellent instructions. 12lbs is about 1 gallon +/- .
Use a hydrometer to gage for alcohol content and yeast pairing.
You have many yeast options that can be paired with the ingredients.
I will also lookup the orange recipe.

Dave Whitney