Wild Maine Hard Seltzer Recipe
Make Wild Maine Hard Seltzer Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Carbonation
Optional Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Mix the Base Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of filtered water and 1 cup of sugar. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- 2
Activate the Yeast
Add 1 tsp of yeast to the sugar-water mixture. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating that the yeast is active.
- 3
Add Lemon Juice
Once the yeast is activated, stir in 1 cup of fresh lemon juice and mix well.
- 4
Incorporate Flavor Essence
Add 2 tbs of natural flavor essence (preferably wild Maine blueberry) to the mixture. Stir until well combined.
Fermentation
- 5
Ferment the Mixture
Transfer the mixture to a fermentation vessel. Cover it with a cloth or airlock and let it ferment in a cool dark place for about 5-7 days. Check daily for bubbling, indicating fermentation is occurring.
Carbonation
- 6
Carbonate the Seltzer
After fermentation is complete, transfer the seltzer into bottles, leaving some space at the top. Add carbon dioxide to taste for desired fizziness.
Serving
- 7
Serve Chilled
Serve the hard seltzer over ice in a glass. Garnish with fresh blueberries and mint leaves as desired.