What Our Panel Thought
Aroma: “Tart nose up front, some alcohol warming, waxy, mild floral honey, lightly acidic, slowly developing citrus fruit, very light kiwi aromatics, touch of pithy bitterness on the nose, yeasty.”
Flavor: “Crisp, light sweetness blends well with mild carbonation; drying finish, some citrus, kiwi, slight tartness, very nice balance. Vanilla with a honey background. a hint of alcohol in the finish and the moderate acidity is about right. Fruit steps up front, but is still tough to identify— mostly like plum but there are also cherry notes. Aftertaste is a light fruit, touch of floral honey, and light bitterness. waxy honey character. Light acid that lasts into the off-dry finish, but not objectionable.”
Overall: “Great balance, very refreshing, rounded out by slight tartness and some alcohol warming. Light carbonation makes this very easy to drink. The light orangey and orange pith works well with the simple honey choice. I like the fruit, but I'd like a stronger honey to carry it. This mead is bright and refreshing and you could either dive into it and analyze, or simple relax and enjoy.”
What the Brewers Say
“Made with the addition of apricots for a dry, tart, more traditional-tasting mead.”