THE DRINK OF LOVERSWhy is it called a honeymoon?
The term honeymoon comes from the ancient tradition of giving a bridal couple enough honey-wine to last for 28 days: Moon-to-moon.
Long thought to provide a fruitful union for the newlyweds, in many cultures mead is associated with fertility.
Our Rhubarb’d mead is the fermentation of sweet clover honey with tangy rhubarb. Polarity in harmony - like lovers. Enjoy the sensuous delight of Rhubarb’d mead that is perfect for lovers everywhere.
You don’t even have to wait for your honeymoon.
APHRODISIACThe idea of health-giving benefits of mead is as old as the the cultures that gave rise to it. The ancient Greeks, enamored by mead's ethereal qualities, dubbed it the "nectar of the gods." The term "aphrodisiac" itself is thought to have been inspired by the intoxicating effects of mead, suggesting a divine or magical origin.
This ideas carried through to medieval times. What better way to kick-off a marriage than with promising fertility and virility?
In more recent times honey is known is to be rich in B vitamins (needed for testosterone production) as well as boron (which helps the body metabolize and use estrogen). Some studies have suggested that it may also enhance blood levels of testosterone.
Contemporary MeadMead is experiencing a revival in recent times, as drinkers desire more organic, healthy - yet decadent - tastes.
Out premium meads honour the history of mead making, while adapting to make use of world class New Zealand honey.
Sustainably sourced to ensure the environment, and your conscience, remains undisturbed.
Mead rangeExplore our mead range, small-batch crafted in New Zealand.
