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Independent UK Meaderies

Mead is one of the world's oldest drinks and it's enjoying a genuine craft renaissance in the UK. From traditional honey wine to fruit melomels and spiced metheglins, independent UK meaderies are producing remarkable bottles. Browse them all and buy direct.

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The Rookery Mead

The Rookery Mead

Meadery·UK, Scotland

Small independent UK meadery producing small-batch traditional and flavoured meads using quality honey and natural ingredients.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a meadery?
A meadery is a place where mead is produced. Mead is one of the world's oldest alcoholic drinks, made by fermenting honey with water. Modern meaderies produce a wide range of styles including traditional still meads, sparkling meads, melomels (fruit meads) and metheglins (spiced meads).
What is mead and what does it taste like?
Mead is an alcoholic drink made from fermented honey and water, typically with an ABV of 5–20%. The flavour ranges from dry and wine-like to rich and sweet, depending on the honey variety used and the brewing process. Craft meaderies often add fruit, spices or herbs to create distinctive styles.