Sap House Meadery Releases Summer Meads

As with all releases, we aim for seasonality and our summer 2024 release is no exception. Summer is about fresh flavors, getting outside and hanging with friends and family. We tried to compose this release to reflect and complement all of those things. Everybody loves to be out grilling and smoking on the deck so we took signature summer fruits, peaches, and pineapples, brought out the grill and smoker, and went to work. Our Roasted Peach & Elderflower and Smoked Pineapple & Habenero are light, complex, and hit all the notes for a summer afternoon soiree.

As the sun goes down and it’s time for dessert, our perennial favorite: Blueberry Pie is sure to take you right back to grandma’s kitchen and Split Open & Melt finishes the evening, sipping and telling stories around the campfire.

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SPLIT OPEN & MELT

Where oak-aged dark rum blends with hints of vanilla and spicy undertones

Tasting Notes

Nose: exotic spice
Mid-Palate: Toasted marshmallow
Finish: Oak, rum, graham cracker

Ingredients

Meadowfoam honey Aged 12-months in a dark rum barrel

Pairs Well With Figs and nuts, salty or spicy cured meats, buttery pastries

By the Way Rum production dates to the 17th century, with the Caribbean known for its early rum-making. Dark rum emerged as producers experimented with aging techniques to enhance flavor. Meadowfoam blossom honey comes from the nectar of the meadowfoam plant, which is native to the Pacific Northwest region of the United States, particularly in Oregon and northern California.

Blueberry Pie

The essence of summertime conveyed by juicy berries wrapped in a pastry crust

Tasting Notes

Nose: Blueberry, pastry
Mid-Palate: Vanilla, cinnamon
Finish: Sweet, pie crust

Ingredients

Wildflower honey Blueberries Dark brown sugar Cinnamon GF toasted oats

Pairs Well With Charcuterie board, roasted or grilled poultry, vanilla ice cream or cheesecake

By the Way Studies suggest that antioxidants in blueberries may benefit brain function and delay cognitive decline associated with aging. The United States is the largest producer of blueberries globally, whereby Maine, Michigan, New Jersey, Oregon, Georgia, and Washington are the major producers of blueberries.

SMOKED PINEAPPLE, HABANERO & LIME

Where tropical sweetness mingles with a fiery warmth and a kiss of zest

Tasting Notes

Nose: Carnalized pineapple, habanero,
Mid-Palate: Smoky pineapple
Finish: Habanero, lime, hint of smoke

Ingredients

Wildflower honey Smoked pineapple Habanero peppers Lime zest & juice

Pairs Well With Bold-aged cheeses, fish tacos or grilled meats, fruit salads

By the Way The top pineapple-producing countries are Costa Rica, the Philippines, and Thailand, and in many cultures, signify hospitality, generosity and wealth. Habanero peppers are among the hottest chili peppers in the world with a Scoville Heat Unit (SHU) rating ranging from 100,000 to 350,000. Despite the heat, they have hints of citrus with a slightly sweet undertone.

GRILLED PEACH & ELDERFLOWER

A symphony of succulent peach embraced by a floral elegance

Tasting Notes

Nose: Peach
Mid-Palate: Charred peach skin
Finish: Floral notes

Ingredients

Wildflower honey
Grilled Georgia peaches
Organic elderflower blossoms
Radish blossom honey

Pairs Well With
Soft cheeses, grilled shrimp or scallops, fruit tarts

By the Way
Georgia produces over 130 million pounds of peaches annually, accounting for a significant part of Georgia’s agricultural economy.
Peaches are a good source of vitamins A and C, which promote skin health and immune function.