Recent content by Badird

Id siphon that out asap. I work in a lab and that has the look of infection. If its nothing, its still better to be safe and get it out.

I would add nutrient and re-pitch.

Thank you! As far as the bandaid flavor, that sucks, but I expected for my first batches to be a learning experience. Experience in a particular field is directly correlated with the amount of mistakes made, after all!

I think I can start answering my own questions after a few days of research. While bordering on the absurd, I am responding for future beginner mead-makers who may have similar questions. Feel free to correct me as virtually all users are more advanced than myself. Q1: Yes, rerack after...

I agree with Blacksmith1. Blend is the best option, or use it to spike some Holiday/Christmas tea.

All suggestions are welcome, please!

What was your recipe/vol?

Thanks to everyone here I have been able to acquire a cursory knowledge of what to do for my first two batches. And I have learned a lot from my mistakes already , but had a few more questions to iron out. Sorry in advance for the length. My first batch, a strawberry melomel (2.2lbs honey...