Shadows

Fermentation

The jar sits there on the shelf
Bubbling merrily away as the
Fermentation process continues
To convert sugar to alcohol.

It's been doing that for quite
Some time now. Teasing me,
Tempting me to take a taste
To see if it is a good batch.

I must resist the temptation,
For I know full well that if
I succumb all I will get is
A mouthful of yeasty liquid.

The waiting is good practice,
And will make the end result
That much more enjoyable,
And the beer more potent.

I know in my mind that the
End result of drinking my brew
Will be a giant hangover but
Nothing relative to the pleasure.