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Mead

4 servings

20 minutes

Medovukha is a traditional drink of Russian cuisine that embodies the history and aroma of centuries. Its roots go deep into the past when honey infusions were symbols of celebrations and wealth. This drink has a soft, sweet-spicy taste with light hoppy notes, creating a feeling of warmth and coziness. An important feature of medovukha is its natural composition: honey adds sweetness and depth, spices add piquancy, and the fermentation process gives it a slight effervescence. It is consumed chilled, enjoying each sip that transports one to the atmosphere of ancient feasts. Today, medovukha remains a favorite drink for gatherings, perfectly pairing with snacks and sweets while also being used in cooking to impart a special flavor nuance to dishes.

Mead
Energy value per serving
Calories
236.9kcal
Proteins
1.2grams
Fats
0.1grams
Carbohydrates
61.6grams
Ingredients
4servings
Water
2 
l
Honey
300 
g
Cinnamon
 
pinch
Nutmeg
 
pinch
Hops
5 
g
Cooking steps
  • 1

    Boil water with honey and cook for 5 minutes.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Water: 2 l
    2. Honey: 300 g
  • 2

    Add cinnamon, nutmeg, hops; stir, remove from heat, and cool to 40 degrees.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Cinnamon:  pinch
    2. Nutmeg:  pinch
    3. Hops: 5 g
  • 3

    Add yeast, cover, and leave for 5 days at 25 degrees Celsius. Then strain, pour into bottles, and refrigerate for another 5 days.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Dry yeast: 5 g