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!
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…
Braggot essentially tastes like a balanced blend of beer and mead, combining the maltiness of beer with the sweetness of honey. It can range from light to dark in color and from sweet to bitter in taste, depending on the ingredients used. Its flavor is rich, complex, and unlike any other beer you’ve ever tasted.…
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…
Mead is one of the oldest known fermented beverages, with origins dating back as far as 7000 BC. Over the centuries, different cultures have added their unique twists to this honey-based drink, leading to the creation of several subtypes of mead. Among them, Mead, Cyser, Braggot, and Melomel stand out as the most popular and…
If you’ve ever taken a deep dive into the world of homebrewing, you’ve probably come across the term Melomel. But what is Melomel? Melomel is a type of mead that is made by fermenting honey with fruit. Broadly speaking, any mead that contains fruit falls into this category. As a seasoned brewer, I’ve spent countless…
Pineapple mead, also known as “mead with a tropical twist,” is a delicious and refreshing alcoholic beverage made by fermenting honey, water, and pineapples. It combines the natural sweetness of honey with the tropical flavors of pineapple to create a unique and flavorful beverage. Pineapple mead can be enjoyed on its own or used as…
As a brewer with years of experience, I’ve had my fair share of questions about the different ingredients and processes involved in creating the perfect batch of mead. One of the most common questions I get is: how much potassium metabisulfite per gallon of mead do I need? In general, you should add about 1/4…
Mead, one of the oldest known alcoholic beverages, is a fermented drink made from honey, water, and yeast. It’s a beverage with a rich history and complex flavor, but its production process is far from simple. One question I’m often asked as a seasoned brewer is: “Do you need yeast nutrient for mead?” To answer…
Mead, the ancient alcoholic beverage made from fermented honey, holds a special place in the hearts of many brewers. If you’re like me, you’ve probably spent countless hours and numerous batches perfecting your recipe, enjoying the sweet, complex flavors of mead. But have you ever wondered, “What do you get if you distill mead?“ The…
When you’re making fruit mead, the details matter. The ingredients, the process, and even the tiny additions can all make a huge difference in the final product. One of those little details that can have a big impact is pectic enzyme. So, how do you use pectic enzyme in fruit mead brewing? Pectic enzyme is…