Name: Cranberry
Brewery: Drinking Horn Meadery
Style: Fruit Mead (Melomel)
Origin: Flagstaff, AZ
ABV: 10%
IBU: N/A
Flavor Profile and Aroma:
Bright and tart with a well-balanced honey backbone. Fresh cranberry notes lead the profile, offering a crisp, slightly tangy character that is rounded out by gentle floral honey sweetness. The aroma is clean and vibrant, with hints of red fruit and subtle citrus-like brightness.
Appearance:
Deep ruby to garnet in color, clear and eye-catching in the glass with a lively, jewel-toned hue.
Mouthfeel:
Light to medium-bodied with a smooth, refreshing texture. The finish is clean and lightly dry, leaving a pleasant tartness that invites another sip.
Story and Accolades:
Produced in Flagstaff, Arizona, Drinking Horn Meadery combines traditional mead-making practices with thoughtfully selected fruit additions. Cranberry highlights their focus on balance and drinkability, offering a mead that emphasizes freshness and clarity of flavor.
Food Pairings:
Pairs well with roasted poultry, charcuterie boards, sharp cheeses like cheddar or aged gouda, seasonal vegetables, and desserts featuring vanilla or citrus.
