Savory Umami Shiitake Mead

"Create a detailed recipe for Umami Style Mead using 1.1–1.8 kg honey, 11 L water, 2 cups chopped fresh shiitake mushrooms (or 1 cup mushroom tea), 4–12 heads of garlic (adjustable to taste), raisins for nutrients, and wild yeast. Include preparation of mushrooms as tea or direct addition, fermentation process, and tips for achieving a deeply savory, umami-rich mead suitable for sipping and cooking."

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9/4/2025

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A rich, umami mead infused with shiitake mushrooms and garlic, perfect for sipping or savory pairings.

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Name: Savory Umami Shiitake Mead
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 3 lbs honey; 3 gallons water (approximately 11.4 liters); 2 cups fresh shiitake mushrooms, chopped (or 2 cups shiitake mushroom tea); 6 cloves garlic, peeled and lightly crushed; 1 cup raisins (for nutrients); Wild yeast (naturally present or collected)

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