ATHEL BROSE (loosely translated "nectar of the gods" (from our friend Phil a scottish bagpiper w/ many grand endeavors!)
1 lb honey (whatever you prefer- lavender was nice) 2 1/2 c steel cut oats (NOT rolled) 2 c. water 1/2 gallon scotch
Mix all ingredients( but scotch), warm gently on low heat only until blended. Remove from heat, let cool and stir in scotch. Allow mixture to soak overnight w/ secure cover. Strain oat mixture from liquid and discard (or use for bread). Place liquid in glass jar and swirl (or roll) daily for 2-4 weeks.Several months if you can stand it ! Try not to open the container as you go to keep contaminants out. The longer you wait the smoother it gets! Strain one last time and serve to all! The first time I tasted this it was so mellow it reminded me of chocolate milk! I'm not much of a drinker so that must be a ringing endorsement! No wonder the ancestors had large families if they were all drinking this!
Eileen-- You are very welcome! My apologies for "Elaine"! Just goes to show you what happens to the brain cells premigraine! (Unless I'm channeling Seinfeld and don't know it!) My friend who grew up in Ireland says there are alot of versions of "mead", but this is what he knew. Hope it's what you were looking for! bramble
Elaine-- recipe as requested
Posted - Oct 07 2004 : 06:35:20 AM
