"Montrachet yeast (1 packet) Yeast nutrient, 1 oz. 12 Ibs. high-quality honey (thyme, thistle, or wildflower honeys are nice for this recipe) Zest of four large or eight small oranges 5 cinnamon sticks, broken into pieces 12 cloves, broken 10 large slices fresh ginger, bruised with a hammer to release flavor 5 gallons water Champagne bottles yule mead"