I made soft mead today and my family loved it! Here's the recipe: 1 quart of spring water, 1 cup of honey, 1/4 cup of lemon juice, 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves, 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, a pinch of salt. Boil water, honey, and 1/2 cup of lemon juice in enamel or glass pot, until reduced to 3 cups. Add 1/4 cup of lemon juice, spices and salt. Chill. Shake well before serving.