Dansk Mjod - Viking Runes Mead 750ml
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Fermenting raw honey with tart cherry juice and whole Tasmanian mountain pepperberries yields a deep ruby melomel that trades the fortified proof of typical Nordic meads for natural, 14% ABV fruit tension. Produced in Billund, this recipe leverages the high malic and citric acidity of sour cherries to balance unctuous honey must, while the volatile polygodial compounds in Tasmanian pepperberries contribute a savory, slow-building tingling heat rather than the one-dimensional burn of standard black pepper. Unlike commercial fruit cordials back-sweetened with refined glucose, Viking Runes relies purely on the structural interplay of honey sugars, fruit tannins, and whole botanicals.
Structural acidity and phenolic fruit skins lead the initial attack, introducing tart red cherry, cranberry, and wildflower honey before the pepperberry asserts an herbal, woody mid-palate warmth. In-house testing at USQ showed that the 19% ABV framework preserves a lighter, more nimble texture that stays crisp when chilled. Our team recommends serving it at 48°F to 52°F in a standard burgundy glass alongside rich chocolate tortes or pan-seared duck. For an engaging seasonal spritz, build 2 oz Viking Runes over ice, top with 3 oz dry Brut Champagne or Crémant, and express an orange peel to accentuate the spiced cherry aromatics.
Country
DenmarkRegion
BillundABV
19%Brand
Dansk MjodDietary
Gluten-FreeProduction
Authentic honey-must fermentation blended with whole tart sour cherry juice, Tasmanian mountain pepperberry, and baking spices; finished naturally at 19% ABV
Flourless chocolate cake, roast duck breast with cherry reduction, aged blue cheese, or layered with dry sparkling wine as an aperitif
