2006-06-17
Sraight up, but very light mead, 1.060 OG, should be 8% ABV

1/2 gallon (should be 6 lbs) wildflower honey from the farmer's market
3.25 gallons water, heated to 155

combined the two, stabilized at 143-144F
hold for 20 mins to pasteurize, skimming foam as it rises
add 1 tsp yeast nutrient halfway through, stirring to mix

cool in sink
transfer to 6 gallon carboy
shake really, really well to aerate