Skyrim Mead Recipe
If you are a gamer, you must like Skyrim. And if you ever play Skyrim, you must see the characters drink Skyrim Mead. If you also want to enjoy the taste of this beverage yourself, why not try making it at home?
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Servings: 18 people
Calories: 153kcal
Equipment
- Large stockpot
- bucket
- bottles
Ingredients
- 2 packets of white wine yeast the secret ingredient responsible for the fermentation process, converting the sugars into alcohol and contributing to the overall complexity of the final product.
- 5 pounds of fresh blackberries plump and juicy berries bursting with natural sweetness and vibrant color, imparting a luscious fruity flavor to your drink, creating a refreshing and visually appealing experience.
- 4 gallons of water a generous amount that serves as the base for your flavorful and refreshing beverage, ensuring there's enough to quench everyone's thirst and enjoy multiple servings.
- 7 pounds of honey a sweet and golden nectar derived from nature's own bees, infusing the beverage with a natural sweetness and depth of flavor, creating a harmonious balance with the tartness of the lemons.
- 50 packets of any dark tea introducing a rich and robust element to the beverage, providing depth of flavor and a gentle bitterness that complements the sweetness of the honey and the bright citrusy notes of the lemons.
- 6 whole lemons vibrant and tangy citrus fruits that bring a burst of bright acidity and refreshing zest to your concoction, adding a delightful citrusy note to the overall flavor profile.
- 4 large cinnamon sticks fragrant and warming, infusing the beverage with a cozy and aromatic touch, adding a subtle spiciness and enhancing the overall complexity of flavors.
Instructions
- Begin by bringing 2 gallons of water to a boil in a large stockpot on the stovetop. When the water boils, add 3 whole lemons and 25 packets of any dark tea. Let this mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- When the 10 minutes are up, remove from heat and let cool for 20 minutes. Once cooled, strain the mixture into a cleaned and sanitized 5-gallon fermenting bucket. Next, add 3 1/2 lbs of honey to the bucket and stir until fully dissolved.
- Now add 2 large cinnamon sticks, 2 1/2 lbs of fresh blackberries, and 1 packet of white wine yeast. Stir everything together until fully mixed.
- Cover the bucket with a lid or airlock and let it ferment for 2-4 weeks in a cool, dark place. Make sure to check the fermentation process every few days to make sure everything is going as planned.
- After two weeks, your mead should be ready for bottling! Transfer the mead to sanitized bottles and cork them tightly. Let the age of the bottle be in a cool, dark place for at least one month before drinking. The longer you let your mead age, the smoother and more flavorful it will be!
Notes
- Make sure all of your ingredients are fresh and of the highest quality.
- Be diligent with the fermentation process, checking it every few days to ensure it is going as planned.
- Use a sanitized hydrometer to check the specific gravity before bottling. If the reading is below 1.000, the mead is ready to bottle.
- Let your mead age at least one month before drinking for optimal flavor.