Géola Mead from Saxnōt Meadery celebrates Yule with a bold blend of winter spices. Named after the Anglo-Saxon word for Christmas, it draws inspiration from 18th-century pudding recipes to deliver a festive, aromatic mead.
This spiced mead stands out for its generous use of cinnamon, ginger, cloves and mace, layered over a robust honey base. At 15% ABV, it offers a rich, warming profile that embodies ancient winter feasts.
Production:
Géola is crafted by fermenting honey must with a warming spice mix. The mead then matures on the lees and spices, allowing the aromatic complexity to develop and the flavours to harmonise.
Pairing Suggestions:
It pairs beautifully with Christmas pudding, mince pies or dark chocolate-spice bark. For savoury contrast, serve alongside roasted chestnuts or hearty winter stews.
Tasting Note:
The nose presents vibrant aromas of ginger, cinnamon and clove. The palate unfolds with rich honeyed warmth, followed by layers of mace and nutmeg, finishing long and festive.
Origin:
Basingstoke, England
Alcohol:
Approximately 15.0%
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