Intermiel

A specific regional mead from Brittany, France (often associated with buckwheat honey and apples).

Focuses on regionality and expression of place; using only honey, water, and adjuncts sourced from a specific geographic radius. Emphasizes single-region honey sourcing, minimal blending across regions, restraint in adjuncts that override origin, and emphasis on floral and environmental expression.

Mead with low alcohol content, typically designed for easy drinking and higher refreshment profile.

Mead that is intentionally carbonated, either through secondary fermentation or forced carbonation.

Sources honey within a very tight radius of where the mead is produced and consumed.

Mead fermented using non-commercial yeast strains from the environment or raw materials.

Light, clean, sweet, vanilla-like softness, extremely neutral base honey

Strong floral perfume, herbal lavender oil notes, slightly soapy edge if concentrated

Rich tropical sweetness, waxy fruit body, slightly resinous finish

Light herbal floral, slightly savory, clean dry finish

Soft berry aromatics, gentle acidity, light floral honey backbone

Buttery caramel, soft floral sweetness, elegant texture

Very dark, strong molasses, earthy, iron/mineral-heavy, malt-like depth

Cooling menthol, sharp herbal freshness, clean finish