Golddiggie
Well-Known Member
Maybe a bit of maple syrup would help, but I'm more stabbing in the dark... I'm combining flavors that I already know what the combination will bring. Mocha is a pretty set combination. What you made is more in the unknown area... It could, very well, age into something very different, and extremely good. I just think it's far too early to mess with it more. I think it would be better to let it ride for a good amount of time and then start tweaking it...
Just my take on it... I'm sure there are more people that have done wild things with mead that can help... At least I hope so...
Seeing where you are, that could be difficult... Although you should be able to pick up a newer keg without too much issue. Or just keep it in a glass carboy while it ages. I do hope you have someplace with stable temperatures that you can store it... Hopefully in the 40-70F range (better in the 60's for a high if possible)...
I do think the tea you used is the cause of the flavor issues... Although it could just be because the batch is still so very young...
Just my take on it... I'm sure there are more people that have done wild things with mead that can help... At least I hope so...
Seeing where you are, that could be difficult... Although you should be able to pick up a newer keg without too much issue. Or just keep it in a glass carboy while it ages. I do hope you have someplace with stable temperatures that you can store it... Hopefully in the 40-70F range (better in the 60's for a high if possible)...
I do think the tea you used is the cause of the flavor issues... Although it could just be because the batch is still so very young...