What is Mead?

Mead is the oldest alcoholic beverage in the world, dating back to the 7th millennium BCE. Mead is considered wine, but the primary sugar source is honey instead of grapes. Mead can range from bone dry to ice wine-level sweetness, and it can be still or sparkling. Mead can range from a low (<5%) to high (>=14%) ABV and be carbonated or still.