I have made my decision on what my first batch will be when I can do it. I have decided on doing one gallon of a traditional mead that is semi-sweet. **has an unfamiliar but good taste forming in mouth** I have to now find the equipment and ingredients and a recipe for which I will constantly search the recipe section of this site for. Mmm-mmm-mmmmmmmmmm. May the gods grant you great brews.