Intermiel

Chouchen

A specific regional mead from Brittany, France (often associated with buckwheat honey and apples).

Terroir-Driven

Focuses on regionality and expression of place; using only honey, water, and adjuncts sourced from a specific geographic radius. Emphasizes single-region honey sourcing, minimal blending across regions, restraint in adjuncts that override origin, and emphasis on floral and environmental expression.

Hydromel (Session Mead)

Mead with low alcohol content, typically designed for easy drinking and higher refreshment profile.

Sparkling Mead

Mead that is intentionally carbonated, either through secondary fermentation or forced carbonation.

Hyper-Local

Sources honey within a very tight radius of where the mead is produced and consumed.

Wild Fermented Mead

Mead fermented using non-commercial yeast strains from the environment or raw materials.

Clover

Light, clean, sweet, vanilla-like softness, extremely neutral base honey

Lavender

Strong floral perfume, herbal lavender oil notes, slightly soapy edge if concentrated

Mango

Rich tropical sweetness, waxy fruit body, slightly resinous finish

Sage

Light herbal floral, slightly savory, clean dry finish

Blueberry

Soft berry aromatics, gentle acidity, light floral honey backbone

Rata

Buttery caramel, soft floral sweetness, elegant texture

Buckwheat

Very dark, strong molasses, earthy, iron/mineral-heavy, malt-like depth

Peppermint

Cooling menthol, sharp herbal freshness, clean finish