WHY MEAD?
Made from Honey (Naturally Different)
Mead is crafted from honey, not grapes or grains. This gives it a naturally smooth, rounded flavour with subtle floral and aromatic notes.
The World’s Oldest Drink
Mead dates back thousands of years and was enjoyed by ancient cultures, including Celts and Vikings. It’s a drink with real heritage and story.
The Origin of Honeymoon
Mead has always been more than just a drink. Rooted in ancient Irish and Celtic tradition, this honey-based beverage was closely tied to love, ritual, and celebration. Newlyweds would share mead for a full lunar cycle after their wedding, marking the beginning of their life together - a tradition that inspired the word “honeymoon” and continues to give mead its timeless significance.
A New Alternative to Wine
Mead drinks like wine, but offers something different — lighter, smoother, and more unique. Perfect for those looking to try something beyond the usual.
Perfect for Cocktails & Mixing
Mead is a natural fit for cocktails. Its smooth honey base and balanced character make it easy to mix, adding depth, light sweetness, and a refined finish to every drink.
Modern & Innovative
Mead is evolving. From traditional styles to Ireland’s first coffee mead, we’re reimagining what mead can be today.
Crafted in Donegal
At Ulster Mead Co., everything is made in small batches in Convoy, County Donegal. As Donegal’s first meadery, we combine tradition with a modern approach.
Perfect for Food & Occasions
Our mead pairs beautifully with a wide range of foods. It complements creamy cheeses, pork tenderloin, feta and goat cheese, as well as spicy Asian dishes. Sweeter styles are a natural match for desserts like cheesecake or fruit tarts.
Coffee mead pairs beautifully with rich and indulgent flavours. It complements desserts like chocolate cake, tiramisu, and brownies, while also working well with aged cheeses and roasted nuts.
A Unique Gift Idea
Looking for something different? Mead makes a memorable and premium gift. Whether for birthdays, weddings, or special occasions, it stands out from the usual wine or spirits.