T'ej (Ethiopian Honey Wine) - Greek-Ethiopian-Caribbean Recipe

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T'ej (Ethiopian Honey Wine)

🌍 Greek-Ethiopian-Caribbean, Ethiopia Difficulty: ●●●○○



Ingredients

  • 1kg honey
  • 3L water
  • 1 bucket gesho leaves/twigs (or cascade hops)
  • yeast (optional)

Method

  1. Dissolving — Dissolve honey in water. Add gesho.
  2. Covering — Cover loosely. Ferment 4–7 days at room temp, stirring daily.
  3. Straining — Strain. Bottle. Refrigerate. Ready when slightly effervescent — drink within 2 weeks.