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JB175

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I wanted to give a huge thanks to the gotmead community - especially the heavy hitters (Oskaar, wayneb, Wrathwilde, MedsenFey and all the others) - but also all the others from the newbees on up. I finally decided to enter a competition and managed to grab a Gold and Silver for the two meads I entered - a Gravenstein Cyser and an Acerglyn (see http://www.winepress.us/forums/index.php?showtopic=38410&hl=winefest )

After screwing around with mead a bit I finally decided to join up here and become a patron two years ago. Like a lot of people I just wanted something that tasted maybe half as good as the commercial meads I tried. I skimmed Ken Schramm's book (and read it cover to cover a few times later on), looked at some recipes, and tried a few batches before joining up and really taking advantage of all the site has to offer. Gotmead really got my mead and winemaking juices flowing and I continued to study and learn more.

A competition is just based on opinions of others and really means nothing, but it really says something that a mead can score better than so many homemade wines from dedicated home winemakers. Having something my friends, family and I enjoy kicking back and drinking is an even bigger reward. If you are poking around or are just a casual member here do your self a favor and a) become a patron and b) take the advice thats given out by the experienced members of the site Anyone can make a batch of rocket fuel with advice from the LHBS, but the treasure trove of information on this site will take you much further.

To all who ask questions and answer them....THANKS!
 
WOOT!

I agree about taking the advice of the mentors. I know I can be a bit of a spitfire, but I'm (once again) learning that consistent results are more important than power when it comes to the science (and art) of interests such as this one.

Congrats, dude.
 
I have yet to enter mine in a contest, not brave enough, however I second the inspiring speech you just made. The info here is 2nd to none. The people here are as great as the numbers of newbees they help become mead makers such as ourselves.

Gratz on the medals. Would love to see those recipes.
 
I'd enter in the Mazer cup just for the score card info - even if I came in dead last, having tasters of that level give a detailed score of my meads would be MORE than worth the entrance fee.:)
 
Yo momma said:
I have yet to enter mine in a contest, not brave enough, however I second the inspiring speech you just made. The info here is 2nd to none. The people here are as great as the numbers of newbees they help become mead makers such as ourselves.

Gratz on the medals. Would love to see those recipes.
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Ditto. I was so moved I decided to suck it up and become a patron. I can live on ramen and oatmeal until thursday when I get paid. It's worth it. :)
 
Thank you very much for supporting the site, I know that everyone is feeling the stress of the economy and that some things have to be postponed until times get better. I also know you'll feel good about your investment, and it will continue to pay dividends throughout the year.

We're happy to have you aboard as a Patron!

Cheers,

Oskaar
 
I seem to have a keen ability for unconsciously changing subjects to focus on me. Seriously, I don't want to hijack the thread away from JB's well-deserved accolades, but I would like to thank you for the kind notes. I've had to be very careful about where I spend my money due to changes in my health and career track over the last year. You've all been so generous and asked for nothing in return. I respect that. Offering patronage was the least I could do. :)
 
Sorry, AA, but it's all about ME. :)

I don't have the chutzpah to enter my mead in a comp either...at least not yet. I need to taste more to see what the good stuff tastes like first.
Having something my friends, family and I enjoy kicking back and drinking is an even bigger reward.
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That's what I'm looking forward to.
 
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