Mead is an ancient beverage crafted from honey, yeast, and water, and is believed to be the first alcoholic drink, with evidence of honey fermentation in China as far back as 7000 B.C. Though its exact origins are unclear, historical records indicate that the Greeks enjoyed a honey-water drink referred to as "nectar of the Gods" in tribute to Goddess Aphrodite, while Vikings toasted their adventures with mead, sometimes even drinking it from the skulls of their foes! This drink is also linked to weddings, giving rise to the term "honeymoon."

Today, numerous breweries are delving into mead, and as a winery, we are thrilled to engage wine enthusiasts. The flavor of mead can vary significantly depending on the honey source and added ingredients, ranging from dry to sweet. Some meaderies even produce session mead with carbonation and a lower alcohol content of around 6.5% ABV, perfect for casual enjoyment. At Blue Honey, we create traditional meads using both local and Hawaiian honey, sourced solely from beekeepers providing 100% raw and unfiltered honey. Our meads, deeply rooted in tradition, feature innovative flavor combinations and have several awards, including Best of Show and Best of Class. If you're interested in sampling our creations, click below to shop online or visit our new production and tasting room in Vista, California! Cheers! Skal!