Maxwell McLaren Vale Mead Mixed Dozen NV - 12 Bottles

Product Description

1. Honey Mead (The Original)

Style: Off-dry, medium-bodied, and highly aromatic.
Colour & Aroma: Bright, golden hues. Displays a delicate bouquet of floral beeswax and nutty, marmalade-like aromas.
Palate: Refreshingly light on the palate, with subtle apricot and pure honey characters filling the mouth. It is sweet but balanced and not cloying, with a clean finish.
Serving: Serve well-chilled, over ice, or use as a unique mixer with soda water. Complements Mandarin sorbet or blue cheese.

2. Spiced Mead (The Aromatic)

Style: Medium-bodied, sweeter, and intensely infused with warming spices.
Colour & Aroma: Pale amber with golden highlights. Heady aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove, underpinned by rich honey and citrus zest.
Palate: The spices carry through beautifully, creating a complex and satisfying flavour profile often described as "liquid hot cross buns." It has a smooth, rich texture and a long, spicy finish.
Serving: Traditionally served gently warmed to enhance its festive aromas, or chilled with dry ginger ale, ice, and mint.

3. Liqueur Mead (The Fortified Indulgence)

Style: Fortified and barrel-aged, making it rich and intense (often with extra spices).
Colour & Aroma: A deep, concentrated golden colour. Intensely aromatic, showcasing rich caramel, vanilla, and fortified spiced honey. Hints of the old bourbon barrel maturation add complexity.
Palate: Stunningly rich, full-bodied, and intensely flavoured. The complex array of honey and baking spices is concentrated, leading to a long, decadent caramel finish.
Serving: A unique and complex after-dinner liqueur. Serve at room temperature in a small glass or over ice.

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