I'm planning a 3gal. batch of spiced baked apple mead for my new carboy, but I have no experience in using spices. I think I'll just use cinnamon sticks, and maybe nutmeg. But how many sticks and for how long in secondary? Thank you.
Four inch cinnamon sticks are probably the most common size available, though there are plenty of larger sizes available too. The more spice you add, usually the quicker you reach your desired flavor profile. The less spice you add, the longer it takes to reach that same flavor profile. You might start with 1 or 2 four inch cinnamon sticks in 3 gallons. If you use nutmeg, you might start with 1/2 a nut, nutmeg (and clove) can get pretty strong pretty quickly. You can always add more if it's not enough for your taste.I'm planning a 3gal. batch of spiced baked apple mead for my new carboy, but I have no experience in using spices. I think I'll just use cinnamon sticks, and maybe nutmeg. But how many sticks and for how long in secondary? Thank you.