After having read about mead, and never having tasted it, I began a quest to find a bottle. The…read morePennsylvania state stores only carried a honey flavored, grape based wine... just a simulated mead. However, today I was excited to find the Rebel Hive Meadery while browsing in the Fairgrounds Farmers Market! This was the first weekend they were open for business. Mike and Ryan were informative, helpful and welcoming. Ryan poured samples of their meads for tasting. I'm not going to attempt a mead review, as I'm inexperienced and was focused on simply tasting their basic mead, called "It's Not You, It's Mead". It was positively delicious! With my best French accent... "It was bright with hints of Concord grapes!". Haha, actually they assured me that there are no grapes in this mead! It is so special to have discovered Rebel Hive Meadery. I encourage you to try them out!

From the owner: We will be celebrating our 2 Year Anniversary of Rebel Hive Meadery being in business the weekend…read moreof June 10-13, 2021. Locations: West Reading Tasting Room- 530 Penn Ave West Reading, PA 19611 Hours⁠: Saturday 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM⁠ Boscov's Fairgrounds Farmers Market- 2934 N 5th Street Hwy, Reading, PA 19605 Hours: Thursday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM⁠ Friday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM⁠ Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM⁠ ⁠ Green Dragon- 955 N State St, Ephrata, PA 17522 Hours: Friday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Quakertown Farmers Market & Flea Market- 201 Station Rd, Quakertown, PA 18951 Hours: Friday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Roots Country Market and Auction- 705 Graystone Rd, Manheim, PA 17545 Hours: Tuesday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

This is not usually a place I would visit, but when looking up places to go on a special occasion,…read moreaxe throwing just stood out. We parked across the street in the gravel lot, signs have the buildings number (252) on them designating the spots. Building does have stairs, but they also have a small lift for handicap accessibility. Interior looks exactly like you would expect in a place like this, full of wood everywhere. Due to COVID restrictions, you have to order food, and they have a basic menu that includes things like hot pretzel braids. Our group sampled various Mead's and liked them, but they do offer Beer and Soda. Staff were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. The highlight of the trip and worth every dollar was the axe throwing. You purchase a ticket at the main register, walk over to the throwing area, and sign in. They give you clear instruction how to do it and you're throwing. The instructor was great and very personable. The throwing is very safe and our group loved it, even when we didn't always find the target. Absolutely would return here.

I wasn't sure what to expect since all the reviews and photos were from the "before times", but I…read morewas pleasantly surprised. The tables are spaced apart (reduced tables) and masks are still required. You have to order food to drink, but they have some small bar food items (brats, pretzels, etc.). Definitely get the flights of mead! Best way to see what you'll like. The decor is perfect with swords, shields, and other viking fare. The bartender, even though he doesn't work every day, was extremely knowledgeable about the meads and made suggestions on what we'd like based on our taste preferences. If you go on a weekend, I recommend getting there close to opening. With fewer tables, it got packed quickly! If you're into axe throwing, bring your competitive side and throw out some aggression. If you've never thrown before, never fear. They'll only let you throw a couple terrible throws before they'll give you pointers. We didn't throw but a wedding group took up the great table for a little get together.

We had a group of about 10 plus dogs and we had a great experience!…read more This place is also connected to a brewery and they allow you to pop back and forth between the two. I'm not a bug beer fan so I stopped in when my group was at the brewery. it was my first time having meads and I was very impressed! In addition to an amazing flight of meads, the staff was over the top friendly and welcoming. They went above and beyond in anyway possible to serve us and pay attention to us. We will definitely be back!

We bought tickets at full price for a tour but everyone else on our tour got theirs on Groupon for…read morehalf price so we kind of felt we overpayed. Tour was ok but I think the girl giving the tour wasn't as knowledgeable about the industry. She was nice but maybe a crash course in mead making would be helpful. They do have some very good mead!

I'm the first to admit that my exposure to, and my knowledge of mead is significantly more limited…read morethan other adult beverages. But I have really enjoyed what I've tried from Stonekeep. I've enjoyed visits to both their Fleetwood and Jim Thorpe tasting rooms. I really dig the medieval vibe. It makes both locations feel unique, and not quite like your typical tasting room experience. This is the type of place you would bring someone if they were visiting from out of town and we're looking for something off the beaten path. While Stonekeep produces both wine and mead, it is the latter which truly stands out. My favorite selections are the Red Raspberry Melomel and the Blue Muninn. Both offerings are absolutely delicious, and an excellent way to introduce someone to mead who may not be familiar with the drink. Both are excellent on their own, but really hit a whole new level when paired with chocolate. Consider busting out these meads for your after dinner course when entertaining at home. Or, if you're by yourself, feel free to pour yourself a glass and sit in front of the fireplace.

A hidden little gem in Fleetwood. There is a great variety of wines and meads. The setup is half…read moreof a house is devoted to a seating and serving area. The only food offered is pre packaged snacks and I don't know if outside food is allowed. Definitely worth a stop while touting berks county wineries.

So, so charming settled in the back of the book store. Today we had a mead tasting with Greg and he…read morewas great. Knowledgeable, fun, helpful, and witty. I had the $8 flight of 5 meads & I HAD to try the Wu Tang Cran for the name alone. There was only one I didn't care for (the mojito flavored one...& I LOVE mojitos... just didn't care for this one) but I think I've converted from a regular wine to meads! So DELICIOUS and very easy on the palatepalate!

We had the pleasure of working with Greg (owner), Jenn (tasting room manager) and Max to facilitate…read morea tasting at a benefit dinner. They were fantastic! Very down-to-watch/approachable and willing to do whatever they could to ensure our event was a success! Their meade is delicious and comes in a variety of flavors, yet all presented in a way that doesn't detract from meade's unique qualities. I highly recommend stopping by their tasting room in Bethlehem for a one-of-a-kind experience!

PHOENIXVILLE, PA: a chic space on a bustling corner, Upper Reach Meadery produces fine meads made…read moreof organic honey and other natural ingredients. The mead isn't as sweet as we're used to and has more of a wine taste. A nice balance and classy! It's a new location so when we visited the tasting room wasn't open yet, but we were able to go inside their shop and sample their meads and have a glass, buy bottles, and look at merch. The indoors is dog friendly and they also have an outdoor tent if you order to be outside. The owners pup is onsite and so cute!

If you're strolling through downtown Jim Thorpe and looking for something a little different, make…read moresure you stop by Stonekeep Meadery & Wine Cellars. Tucked away on Broadway, this cozy little tasting room is a hidden gem that's well worth seeking out. The atmosphere has a fun medieval feel that perfectly matches the history behind mead, one of the world's oldest alcoholic beverages. Whether you're already a mead fan or trying it for the first time, the staff makes the experience enjoyable and educational. They happily explain the different styles, from traditional honey meads to fruit-infused varieties, and offer complimentary tastings so you can discover what suits your palate best. Their meads are crafted with Pennsylvania honey and local ingredients, making each pour feel like a true taste of the region. I also appreciated that they offer wines in addition to their meads, so there's something for everyone. There was a great selection ranging from dry to sweet, making it easy to find a favorite. I ended up leaving with a bottle to enjoy at home because the tasting made it impossible not to! The staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable without ever making you feel rushed. They took the time to answer questions and made the tasting feel personal rather than just another stop along Broadway. Stonekeep is one of those unique places that adds to the charm of Jim Thorpe. Whether you're spending the day shopping, exploring the historic town, or just looking for a relaxing tasting experience, this is definitely a stop I'd recommend. I'll absolutely be back on my next visit!

Adorable spot that is slightly hard to find, keep an eye on the signs on the sidewalk!…read more Great staff, very knowledgeable and helpful. The free samples are plentiful and generous. The bottle prices are also very fair! Delicious mead in an area where mead is hard to come by- give it a try!

Yesterday, 05/02/26, my husband & I decided to check out Armageddon Brewing on the first stop of…read moreour date night for a night cap. A GF sent me a TikTok reel of the Brewery since she has celiac & I have a GF intolerance. My husband & I enjoyed both of our flights we got. As seen in the picture provided I did a cider flight as well as my husband. Then my husband decided to try the meads and did a flight of those. I ended up just getting a 4 Oz of another cider. The staff were super helpful with recommendations & they were super friendly! We enjoyed the environment of the Brewery as well! Will definitely have to take a trip back again soon!

Wow. This place is incredible. Looks like a typical NJ brewery both inside and out (located in an…read moreindustrial park with the usual exposed beam ceiling and concrete floors inside) but plot twist: they only brew ciders and meads. No beer. But the ciders and meads are phenomenal. My girlfriend and I stopped in yesterday on a Saturday afternoon, which was our first time there. We each tried a cider flight and a mead flight and loved everything. Definite standouts for me were the Mother Muse and Tulsi (both had a nice mix of sweet fruit taste with a hint of herbs like rosemary and basil) and the Ayamarcay with its decadent peanut/chocolate flavor. The story of how this place came to be is just as incredible. Founding member Christian Annese was misdiagnosed many years ago with Celiac, which led him to the world of ciders and meads. At the time, NJ laws made it incredibly difficult to brew quality cider, and mead was effectively illegal. So Christian and his partners worked tirelessly with NJ legislators to change the law, and in 2020 Armageddon opened for business. Highly recommend a visit. We will definitely be back!

Was in town for an event and had this on my bookmarks to try! I've never been a huge fan of Mead…read morebut I was hoping maybe I just had some bad samples. We decided to share a flight which was $9. But really it wasn't like flights, they just let us sample a bunch. I am not sure how many we sampled but I am guessing we got our $9 worth although I wish they'd discount the flights/sampling if you purchase. We did get a bottle to go for a gift and the total came to around $32. Some of the flavors were really yummy and the ingredients are all fresh and some local I believe which I like. I also like that they do cocktails in house and they fresh squeeze lemons, limes, oranges, etc for whatever they're concocting. The atmosphere is cozy - like a cute coffee shop and decorated nice. Reminds me of my college days at the Allen in Annville...They don't serve food but they welcome you to bring your own food. Also they have live music often so it looks like a nice place to relax with friends and a drink or 2. As for me becoming a fan of mead? Not sure...I tried some that I didn't mind but really didn't have anything that I loved. There were some I was like oh no this is not for me. LOL I purchased a mule one which has fresh ginger and lime and I think that will be good over ice. That's another thing, we just tried them straight but I bet I'd enjoy them more over ice or however some of them are meant to be served. I'd still recommend this place based on overall experience. Next time I think I'll try a cocktail.

Whoo hoo! I found a new place to visit when I'm in Central Pennsylvania. We found this place…read morewhile looking for local breweries on Yelp. None of the breweries caught our eye, but I've heard about mead before so decided to stop in and see what all the fuss was about. The Larsen Meadworks is a nice cozy storefront right on Main Street with a small bar, high top tables, and some comfy couches and chairs. Not knowing the first thing about mead when walking in, i was particularly impressed by how the owner took the time to walk us through what it was all about - and to steer us towards some options that were similar to beer styles we liked. Was impressed by how many selections were available - and especially the collaboration they have with a local distillery - with rum from the distillery mixed with mead to create a cocktail. Gift alert! They sell bottles to go, I grabbed a few for Christmas gifts.