August 1
Mead Day
Raise a glass and toast to Mead Day - the perfect excuse to enjoy delectable mead, made from honey and water!
Introduction
Raise a glass to Mead Day on the First Saturday of August! This day is all about celebrating the ancient drink – mead, which has been around for thousands of years. It's believed to be one of the oldest alcoholic beverages known and it's still popular today. The recipe for mead is simple: honey, water, and yeast. Though over time, mead makers have added different ingredients to give it unique flavors and styles. On this special day, we honor this amazing beverage and its rich history. So, let's get ready to celebrate with some delicious mead!
Mead Day Timeline
How to Celebrate Mead Day
1
Brew your own mead
Mead-making is easy and fun, and you don't need a lot of equipment to get started. All you need is honey, water, yeast, and some basic equipment like a fermentation bucket and carboy.
2
Visit a meadery
If brewing your own mead isn't your thing, why not visit a local meadery? Many meaderies offer tours, tastings, and even workshops to teach you all about the process of making mead.
3
Make mead cocktails
Mead can be used in many creative ways. Try mixing it with other ingredients like fruit juices, liqueurs, and spices to make delicious cocktails.
4
Host a mead tasting
Invite friends over for a fun night of sampling different types of meads. You can even have a competition to see who can name the most different types of mead.
5
Cook with mead
Mead can be used as an ingredient in many dishes. Try glazing meats or vegetables with a mixture of honey and mead for an extra bit of sweetness or use it in marinades for even more flavor.
Why We Love Mead Day
Mead is a delicious drink
Mead is an ancient fermented beverage made from honey, water and yeast. It's sweet, complex flavor makes it a great choice for sipping or pairing with foods like cheese and charcuterie plates. Plus, there are many varieties of mead to explore, from dry and sparkling wines to traditional brews!
Mead has a long history
Mead has been around since the Middle Ages, so drinking it is like taking a sip of history! And like other fermented beverages such as wine and beer, it was originally brewed as a way to preserve surplus honey that would have otherwise gone to waste. So raise a glass in honor of all those ancient beekeepers!
Mead supports local producers
When you buy local mead you are supporting small businesses and helping the economy of your community thrive. Plus, you know that you are getting top quality ingredients crafted by passionate producers who take pride in their unique products!
