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Sierra Gold

Honey

CA - El Dorado County (Sierra Foothills)
Alcohol 9%
Bronze, 2022 MeadCrafter Bronze, 2022 Orpheus Cup

This dry traditional mead is enjoyable with meals or for a relaxed evening. Sierra Gold mead’s blend of ingredients features local wildflower honey by El Dorado Honey Co., from the bees’ choice of the rich vegetation in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Silver, 2020 El Dorado Fair Bronze (3rd), Traditional Mead, 2022 Orpheus Mead Cup Bronze, Traditional Dry Mead, 2022 National Honey Board Meadcrafters Competition
$15.00 / 500 mL Bottle
Orchard in Bloom

Honey

CA - El Dorado County (Sierra Foothills)
Alcohol 10%
Silver 2023 Valkyrie Cup Silver 2020 El Dorado

Orange blossom honey adds a distinctive, robust aroma and flavor of fresh blossoms to this mead's blend. Sierra Foothills Meadery is proud to be a small producer of fine honey wine, made in small batches so that every bottle is made with personal attention. Silver (2nd), Semi-sweet traditional mead, 2023 Valkyries Cup Silver, 2020 El Dorado Fair Bronze, Semi-sweet Varietal Mead, 2022 & 2023 National Honey Board Mead Crafters competition
$15.00 / 500 mL Bottle
Berry Blossom

Honey

CA - El Dorado County (Sierra Foothills)
Alcohol 7.5%
Silver, 2021 Meadcrafter

Semi-sweet traditional mead - varietal Spring and summer bring out a variety of berries and the flowers that go with them. The honeys from them bring out their blossoms' intricate flavors, with a hint of fresh fruit. The variety of seasonal availability makes this a treat to come back to again. Silver, Semi-sweet traditional mead - varietal, 2021 National Honey Board Meadcrafters competition
$8.00 / 355 mL Bottle
Berry Blossom

Honey

CA - El Dorado County (Sierra Foothills)
Alcohol 7.5%
Silver, 2021 Meadcrafter

While the supply lasts, Berry Blossom mead is also available in 500 ml bottles.
$15.00 / 500 mL Bottle
Sierra Gold Cyser

Melomel

CA - El Dorado County (Sierra Foothills)
Alcohol 6.9%
Gold, 2023 ElDorado Fair

Inspired by "New England"-style cider, this hybrid of cider and mead (Cyser) showcases the terroir of the Sierra Nevada foothills, with apples from the "Apple Hill" area, blended with dates, and complemented by local wildflower honey from El Dorado Honey Co. Enjoy with meals or for a relaxing evening. Gold, 2023 El Dorado Fair
$8.00 / 355 mL Bottle
Apple Pie

Metheglin

CA - El Dorado County (Sierra Foothills)
Alcohol 6.9%
Silver, 2022 El Dorado

This cyser complements the flavor of apple cider with mild spices, to be an autumn and winter seasonal treat that is a year-round reminder of these seasons' joy. Enjoy with meals or for a relaxing evening. Silver, 2022 El Dorado Fair
$8.00 / 355 mL Bottle
Chai Me

Metheglin

CA - El Dorado County (Sierra Foothills)
Alcohol 6.9%
Silver, 2022 Mazer Cup

Enjoy the warmth of rooibos tea, cinnamon, clove, ginger, and other spices as they blend with local wildflower honey in this semi-sweet session mead. This mead not only goes well on fall and winter evenings, but is a delight year-round. 2nd place, Dry Session Meads, 2022 Mazer Cup International
$8.00 / 355 mL Bottle
Winter Berry

Honey

CA - El Dorado County (Sierra Foothills)
Alcohol 6.9%
Bronze, 2022 MeadCrafter Silver, 2022 El Dorado

Celebrate the season with this blend of Christmas Berry Blossom (Toyon) and Cranberry Blossom honeys, with a light addition of mixed berries and a touch of winter spice (cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and clove). Silver, 2022 El Dorado Fair Bronze, Semi-sweet Specialty Meads, 2022 National Honey Board Mead Crafters competition
$8.00 / 355 mL Bottle
Coconut-Pineapple

Honey

CA - El Dorado County (Sierra Foothills)
Alcohol 6.9%
Silver, ElDorado Fair

The flavors of coconut and pineapple give the feeling of being in the tropics, while accenting the flavors of mountain wildflower honey from the Sierra Nevada foothills. Silver, 2023 El Dorado Fair
$8.00 / 355 mL Bottle
Harvest Fair

Metheglin

CA - El Dorado County (Sierra Foothills)
Alcohol 8%
Bronze, 2021 Orpheus Cup

“Are you going ...” “...sage, rosemary, and thyme ...” You may know the song, reflecting the enchanted time when tradesmen and revelers came from near and far to Scarborough Fair. Blending the herbs with black button sage and local wildflower honeys in this mead with natural flavors is a seasonal celebration that is good any time. Bronze (3rd), Metheglin (spice/herb mead), 2021 Orpheus Cup
$8.00 / 355 mL Bottle
Yerba Santa Mint

Honey

CA - El Dorado County (Sierra Foothills)
Alcohol 6.9%
Yerba Santa (meaning “holy herb” in Spanish) is a California native plant, which Native Californians valued as a medicinal herbal tea. Its aroma and flavor complement the familiar mints. Unfiltered to preserve the herbs’ aroma and flavor.
$8.00 / 355 mL Bottle
Lemon Drop

Honey

CA - El Dorado County (Sierra Foothills)

Pickup / Local Delivery Only
Alcohol 6.9%
Silver, 2023 MeadCrafter Silver, 2023 Orpheus Cup

As a hybrid between citron and mandarin, meyer lemon is fragrant, with a sweeter, less acidic flavor than other lemons. This mead matches meyer lemon with wildflower honey, with a touch of orange blossom in the finish, for a delightful beverage to enjoy in any setting. Silver (2nd), Melomel (fruit mead), 2023 Orpheus Cup Silver, Semi-sweet Melomel (fruit mead), 2023 National Honey Board Mead Crafters competition
$15.00 / 22oz Bottle
Pomegranate Blossom

Honey

CA - El Dorado County (Sierra Foothills)

Pickup / Local Delivery Only Club Members Only
Alcohol 6.9%
Silver, 2023 MeadCrafter

Dry traditional mead - single varietal Springtime in California is full of flowers, and finding rich fragrant nectar in the beautiful red blossoms of Pomegranate is a treat for the bees. The result is a delight of fruity aroma and flavors. A touch of sweetness complements what the bees started.
$15.00 / 22oz Bottle