Mead (honey wine), often referred to as the drink of the gods, is one of the oldest known alcoholic beverages, with a history dating back thousands of years. Its origins trace to ancient cultures across the globe, from Europe and Africa to Asia, where it was revered for its divine qualities and often associated with rituals, celebrations, and even immortality.
First of all. What the heck is a hydromel? A hydromel is a slightly fermented honey-based beverage that is refreshing and easy to make. “Hydromel” is actually two Latin words combined to mean water (hydro) and honey (mel). Hyrdomels are cousins of traditional mead (honey wine), but contain less alcohol (8% […]
Hi, I’m Kelsey. Welcome to my wild and crazy fermented life! After my love affair with fermented foods and beverages began, I traveled to 35+ countries to learn everything I could about ancient fermentation practices and techniques. I'm here to share some of my favorite fermentation recipes with you.
