MEAD
Mead is the oldest alcoholic beverage in the world. Archaeological findings indicate that the production of mead dates back more than 7000 years BC. The ancient myths and legends testify for alcoholic beverages, which used by the people and the gods. Mead is part of the rituals of the Celts, Vikings and Anglo-Norman. It was believed that there is a magical, healthy effect and increases the fertility of people. The term “honeymoon” introduced by tradition the bride and groom during the first month of their joint lives to drink from the honey drink and if it is true after nine months of being born a boy. The mead does not know the limit – it have known for Greek, Roman, Mayan, Hindu.
The mead production is mainly from honey, through the insertion of a number of other raw materials such as herbs, apple juice, grape juice, mulberry fruit, malt, vinegar and spices. The fermentation of honey can be applied to the production of various types of melliferous beverages. They may have a different taste and flavour due to the colour of honey source and used supplements and yeast for fermentation. The alcoholic content of mead ranges from 3.6% ABV to more than 19% depending upon the fermentation.
Traditional Mead is produced only from honey and water. Different meads are obtained when mixing fruit juices and herbs and at different periods of aging. In addition, the honey pot can be a quiet drink or soda.
