Mead is a strong wine brewed from honey and is traditional to the ancient viking cultures of the North. Mead is easy to home brew and hard to find in stores – so give it a try!
Cyser is a delightful type of mead, a honey wine that is fermented with apples or apple juice. It has a rich history dating back to medieval times, and it’s enjoyed a resurgence in popularity in recent years, thanks to the growing interest in craft brewing and cider making. One of the most common questions…
When it comes to brewing cyser, a delightful blend of cider and mead, one question often pops up: how long should it be aged? In a nutshell, the ideal aging time for cyser is between 6 months to 2 years. However, this is a broad spectrum, and the actual aging time can vary based on…
When it comes to brewing with honey, two names that commonly pop up are Hydromel and Melomel. Both are beverages created from the fermentation of honey, but they fall into different categories based on the additional ingredients (fruit) used and their alcohol content. So, let’s dive into the sweet world of honey brews and discuss…
Mead is a delightful alcoholic drink that can be brewed at home using honey, water, and yeast, but did you know you can infuse it with fruit for added flavor? Let me introduce you to a Mango Mead recipe that will transform your homebrewing experience. Introduction to Mead and Fruit Mead Mead, known as the…
As an experienced brewer, I have had the opportunity to explore and understand a wide range of meads. Two such that have always intrigued me are Melomel and Metheglin. These are not your typical beers or wines; they are unique, rich, and full of history. But what sets them apart from each other? What is…
As a seasoned brewer who has made countless batches of mead, I cannot stress enough the importance of pH in the process of mead making. pH is the measure of acidity or alkalinity of a solution, and in mead making, it plays a crucial role in determining the health of the yeast, the taste of…
As a brewer who has dedicated many years to the craft, I have had the pleasure of brewing and tasting a diverse range of beverages. Two of my favorites are mead and beer. These two have been consumed for centuries and have a rich history that adds to their allure. One question I often get…
It’s a question that often comes up in discussions among fellow brewers and enthusiasts: why don’t we drink mead anymore? The simple answer is that over the centuries, other beverages like beer, wine, and spirits became more popular due to changes in agricultural practices, tastes, and social habits. But let’s delve deeper into this fascinating…
Yes, mead is, by many, considered to be the the oldest alcoholic beverage known to man. Made from fermented honey, water, and sometimes fruits, spices, grains or hops, mead has been traced back almost 9,000 years to China and Northern Europe. Its rich history and unique taste make it a fascinating subject for both enthusiasts…
As a seasoned brewer with years of experience under my belt, I’ve dipped my toes into various forms of brewing. From crafting the perfect pint of beer to concocting a sweet and satisfying mead, I’ve done it all. But one question I often get asked is, “Is mead easier to make than beer?“ The answer…