Had a great time seeing my friend Corey O'Donnell perform and the Bears win on Saturday, December…read more20! I've never been to a "meadery" before, and liked it!! I didn't know they had food, but was pleasantly surprised that they had pizza available and a 2 adjacent places for food you could walk right through indoors! It was a great place and Rico the owner was friendly and knowledgeable. I also loved the decor. Looking forward to going there again someday soon, especially if they continue live music!

I've been going to Foxes Den Meadery for a few months now, and I have nothing but positive things…read moreto say. The owner, Rico, is a friendly guy who likes to chat about what goes into each batch of mead he makes, and shows a clear passion for the craft. Each month (sometimes every other week) he has new meads on tap, which incentives regular visits. The flavor profiles of each drink usually differ greatly, and overall it's a fun experience very similar to visiting a winery, yet a more casual and relaxing environment. Foxes Den Meadery has two types of drinks on tap. Still meads, which are higher % ABV served room temp, and Sessions, which are about half the ABV and are served cold. If you get a chance to try the BOP Session (banana orange pineapple) which is one of their staples, I highly recommend it. It's a refreshing drink which is smooth and easy to drink, and I usually take some bottles (and soon to be cans) to go. The coconut variation of the BOP is one of my favorites, but Rico has made many iterations of his BOP that are each worth trying when you have the chance. If you're in the area, or willing to make a trip (which is worth it), I'd highly recommend visiting Foxes Den Meadery. They offer unique and interesting alcoholic drinks with robust flavor profiles. Easily one of the highlights of Yorkville.

Amanda is the very best bartender and amazing person! I come here pretty frequently on Sunday and…read moreusually get a mead flight. I have tried all the Elliots, I love the session meads, the ciders and great. We also came here for a paint and sip event which was super fun! We also came on New Year's Eve for a really fun mead and cheese tasting. Such a fun little place!

Manic is one of my favorite spots! The mead is fantastic, and the staff is always friendly and…read morewelcoming. Thursday night trivia is both fun and challenging definitely worth checking out. If you go, I highly recommend the Orange Blossom Session. And if wine isn't your thing, they've got some excellent craft beers from Gnosis. Great atmosphere, great drinks, and great people can't go wrong!

Greta family run winery. Also have meads and cider. Thye bring in special beers on draft that…read morechange during the year.

Went here one time to check it out. This place definitely deserves more hype. Their ciders are…read moregreat, reminds me of stuff you'd find in Europe, or Michigan, and not as overwhelmingly sweet as stuff you find at a store. Their dessert wine/port was a hit we took home a bottle to pair with a desert. My family loved it. The owners are very kind and informative and the general vibe inside is great.

This meadery is truly something special -- small, family-owned, and absolutely overflowing with…read morecreativity and passion. Every bottle feels like it's crafted with care, and you can really taste the difference. The flavors are unique and unexpected -- from bright, fruity blends to rich, spiced varieties, there's something for every palate. What makes it stand out most is the personal touch -- you can tell the family behind it really loves what they do. The tasting experience feels warm and welcoming, not corporate or rushed. Whether you're new to mead or already a fan, you'll find yourself impressed (and probably leaving with more bottles than you planned). If you're looking to support local craft makers and discover something truly different, this meadery is a must-visit. Their creativity and quality shine through in every sip!

My fiance and I came here on a recent weekend because...I love mead! So it's exciting to see more…read moremeaderies around. The cocktail bar (the Honeybee Tiki Bar) is suitably tiki-themed, and you can get either mead-laced tiki drinks, or drinks from their tasting menu. I got a 1 oz pour of "Still Dreamin'" melomel made with orange blossom honey, orange zest and vanilla, as well as the 5 oz. "Tangerine Dream" session mead, which was lightly carbonated (tasted like a dreamsicle float, as opposed to the classic style of mead which is more viscous and not unlike a liqueur in texture). Both were very tasty, and this was a nice way to try different styles. My fiance had a mocktail with pineapple and passion fruit that still fit into the tiki vibe. Our server was attentive enough to be helpful but in the background enough to not be pestering us; good balance. While they don't serve food themselves, watch their social media for the rotation of visiting restaurants; we had amazing duck fat buffalo wings and sweet potato fries from Dak Dak Wings in Villa Park! Overall, mead doesn't just have to be at the Renaissance faire! Check out Standard Meadery's creative offerings soon.

In 2021, I started making wine at home. Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery was where I could buy…read moresupplies that I needed. I had taken a winemaking class here, so I also could buy some of their kits if I didn't want to start from scratch with my own juice. Recent, I went to a Sunday brunch session that was really nice. The food was outstanding. And with the weather being nice, outdoor seating was an option that made the afternoon that more enjoyable. I had only been familiar with the wine, mead, and brewing supplies aspect of Wild Blossom. I like their "restaurant" setting. I may get back to enjoy some weekend events.

There are places you go for a drink... and then there are places like Wild Blossom Meadery…read more This spot has been there for us through everything -- celebrations, quiet nights, and even the hard moments. Somehow it always feels exactly right. Warm, welcoming, and just a little magical. Their mead is incredible (of course ), but the real hidden gem? The cheese boards. Thoughtfully put together, perfectly paired, and honestly... good enough to make any bee proud. Add a deck of Uno, a cozy table, and good company -- and you've got one of the best nights you can ask for. Wild Blossom isn't just a meadery. It's a place that shows up for you

Amazing brews! So many flavors to choose from! Great surroundings inside and outdoors. They make…read moreyou feel at home.

Love Artesia. Great farm setting and good beer. Always get a beer flight. Great summer spot.read more

Mike is awesome. Very cool place. Will be buying my kegs as long as I'm in st Charles. Thanks!read more

My husband and I love this brew shop! I was able to get him all of the equipment he needed to brew…read morehis first batch as a lovely Christmas present. The guys who own the place/work here are so friendly and knowledgeable. They give you any and all of the advice that you could ever need regarding brewing beer, cider or meade! I'm so glad they now make cider, as I loved trying a flight of all three flavors. My husband was impressed by their variety of craft beers, especially ones that aren't super common. It is a fun place to hang out and relax and talk to new people. They offer bar snacks and small cheese flights, plus beer to go. They also offer beer classes, which I hope they advertise more to the public. This is such a great spot to be able to host events and teach people all sorts of new brewing information or whatever else. We can't wait to come back. We couldn't have done our first batch of home brewing without this place!

A gem located in Ottawa. This winery is set in an intimate space conveniently located off of RT 71…read morewhich has indoor/outdoor seating. All wines and meads are made in house and this is a family owned and ran business. Staff were extremely knowledgeable and polite. Wine and meads were very good and very affordable! I highly recommend a visit to this quaint beautiful winery.

What a pleasant surprise this place was! The family that runs it was so friendly, welcoming and…read moreopen. The converted shed/barn is super cute. The live edge bar was so perfect I almost felt bad getting smudges on it. Now to the reason for visiting- Amazing meads! A wide variety of types to choose from but I really liked the Bee Tea! I have never tasted one like that before. Unfortunately I didn't get to try any of the wines because once I see Mead, I get lost. lol. My wife liked the Pinot Grigio and loved the Pearfection! A must stop for any mead and wine lovers.

What an awesome time learning about wine and the opportunity to make my own. Great date night for…read morethe wife and the buzz was real!!!

Brewed my first homebrew in Greg's brewing class, and it is delicious. Greg is an extremely…read moretalented brewer. You can hear the passion in his voice when speaking to him about the subject. 10/10 would recommend his brewing class.