What is a Mead?
Mead, also called hydromel, is an alcoholic beverage made by fermenting honey mixed with water, and sometimes with added ingredients such as fruits, spices, grains, or hops.
Where Can I Buy Mead In South Africa?
Cape Town Meadery
Address: Unit 27, The Old Timber Yard 7th Avenue, Maitland, Maitland, Cape Town, 7404, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ and close at 3 pm
Phone: +27 83 236 3244
ÓÐR Mead
Address: South St, Die Hoewes, Centurion, 0163, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ and close at 5 pm
Phone: +27 62 504 1234
Brewmart Pty Ltd
Address: 1028 Nico Smith St, Villieria, Pretoria, 0186, South Africa
Areas served: South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ and close at 5 pm
Phone: +27 12 329 0567
What do you mix with mead?
Is mead stronger than beer?
Mead tends to be stronger than beer, usually having an ABV of 5-20%. One of the world’s oldest liquors, the consumption of mead dates back more than 4,000 years ago, and was common the world over.
Are there any health benefits to drinking mead?
Generally, mead is known for its probiotic content. Probiotics are good bacteria that can have a positive effect on your immune system and digestive health.
Research indicates that these bacteria can help prevent and treat chronic illnesses such as heart disease, cancer, allergies, and gastrointestinal illnesses.