TEJ (ETHIOPIAN HONEY WINE)

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Tej is a wine made from fermented honey and a special kind of hops called gesho. It is similar to mead, this is a shorcut way to make it. Ethiopians believe tej was the wine used for a toast between the Queen of Sheba and King Solomon. from what4eats.com For zaar world tour 2006!

Provided by Jessica K

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 1 pitcher, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups white wine (pinot grigio, riesling, something light and sweet)
2 cups water
1/4 cup honey

Steps:

  • Stir all ingredients together until well blended. serve well chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162, Sodium 9.1, Carbohydrate 20.5, Sugar 18.5, Protein 0.1

Theresa Winston
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my tej turned out really sour. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.


Koli Koli
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This tej is delicious! I love the combination of sweet and spicy. It's perfect for sipping on a cold night.


JUYEL ISLAM SHAH
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a fan of honey wine. But I'm glad I did! This tej is so smooth and flavorful. It's perfect for a special occasion or just to enjoy on a relaxing evening.


Im Bot
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This tej recipe is amazing! It's so easy to make and the results are delicious. I'm not much of a wine drinker, but I love this honey wine. It's sweet and flavorful, with a slight hint of spice. I've already made it twice and I'm sure I'll be making