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Unveiling the True Story Behind Mead: Beyond Viking Lore

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Let’s debunk the widely held belief that mead originated with the Vikings. While mead held a place in Viking culture, from sacred ritual to daily consumption, it actually predates the Viking era by thousands of years.

January 30, 2024
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The Natural Elixir: Unveiling the Health Benefits of Honey

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Explore honey’s journey from a natural sweetener to a historical remedy and modern medicinal ally, highlighting its nutritional value and diverse applications in food and health.

January 23, 2024
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The Sweet Journey: How Honey is Made

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Honey is a natural sweetener that has captivated the taste buds of humanity for thousands of years. It is not just a product but a testament to nature’s complexity and efficiency. The world of honey naturally begins with the bees and ends in the kitchen, bridging the gap between the natural world and culinary delight.

January 13, 2024
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Unlocking the Secrets of Aging Mead

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Aging mead combines art and science. Explore practical tips and explanations of the various roles from tannin to residual sugar and alcohol level. All highlighting mead aging as a journey in taste and discovery.

January 4, 2024
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Of Sulfites and Mead: A Spirited Dialogue on a Misunderstood Preservative

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Ever wonder about the “Contains Sulfites” label on your mead or wine? Let’s dive into the world of these essential preservatives and debunk some myths. Join me in exploring the intriguing role of sulfites and keeping your favorite drink perfect.

December 30, 2023
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Creamed Honey, the Velvety Kitchen Wizardry that Stirred up a Question.

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Creamed honey, with a velvety smooth, spreadable consistency, is the shelf-stable product of a bit of kitchen wizardry. It’s not commonly used for mead-making but is as fermentable as in its original raw honey form. So, if you fancy a tasty and crafty spread, creamed honey might be just the right treat …alongside your glass of mead.

December 21, 2023
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Discover the Essence of Local Flavors with Every Sip of Mead – Your gateway to honey’s terroir.

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Heather covered hillside-mead terroir

Indulge in the unique flavors of mead, the ancient drink crafted by the harmony of honey and terroir. Each sip offers more than a mere buzz; it’s a sensory journey through local terrain, a testament to the tireless work of bees. Our mead captures the essence of its origins, with each drop narrating the tale of geography, climate, and soil – infused with whispers of wings among lavender fields and blackberry brambles. This isn’t just mead; it’s a glass filled with the neighborhood’s finest nectar, a liquid homage to the distinct place and season, meticulously curated by thousands of bees and the artistry of our mead-makers.

December 19, 2023
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How long does honey last?

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Honey is known as the only food that never spoils. So, what makes honey crystalize? How do you get rid of crystals?

November 2, 2023
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Latest posts

  • drinking hornsUnveiling the True Story Behind Mead: Beyond Viking LoreJanuary 30, 2024 - 7:50 pm
  • honey and herbsThe Natural Elixir: Unveiling the Health Benefits of HoneyJanuary 23, 2024 - 2:10 pm
  • bees on passionflower and a bee keeper harvesting honeyThe Sweet Journey: How Honey is MadeJanuary 13, 2024 - 2:31 pm

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