When Homebrew Con 2017 rolls into Minneapolis next week, beer will not be the only home-fermented beverage taking the spotlight. For years now, Minnesota has been well-known (and highly awarded) for its amazing meads and amateur meadmakers. Often referred to as “honey wine,” mead is a strong, fermented beverage—usually between 10–17% ABV—made from a solution … [ Read more]
B Nektar Meadery Zombie Killer
December 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
B Nektar Meadery Zombie Killer 6% ABV Founded in 2006 by a homebrewer in Indiana, this family-run meadery makes some of the most award-winning mead in the country. One word sums this one up—amazing! But, since one word reviews are not allowed… This is a honey wine style mead with a soft carbonation and color … [ Read more]
Minnesota Nice, Bee Friendly
August 6, 2013 by Leave a Comment
[UPDATE] During the Minnesota State Fair this year, Mademoiselle Miel will be selling artisanal honey sticks, the proceeds of which will support the University of Minnesota Bee Lab’s important research. They will sell for fifty cents each at the honey sales counter in the Ag-Hort Building during the fair. Let me tell you ’bout the birds and the … [ Read more]
7th Annual Homebrewing Contest at MN Rennfest
July 23, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Entries will be accepted July 27 – August 11, 2013 at the following locations: Northern Brewer | Midwest Supplies | Still H20 | Brew & Grow Minnesota Judging will take place on-site at the MN Renaissance Festival on August 24 & 25, 2013. Enter your historic English & European-style homebrew in the 7th Annual Home-Brewed Beer, Mead & Cider Contest at … [ Read more]
