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Raise a glass to winter’s glow at Honeysuckle’s Winter Mead Tasting, an intimate evening celebrating ancient craft, seasonal flavor, and warm connection on the farm.Set amid the rustic charm and candlelit ambiance of Honeysuckle Farm, this cozy gathering invites you to slow down and savor five handcrafted meads produced by our local partner, Starrlight Mead — often called honeymoon wine for their centuries-old association with love, celebration, and special occasions. Each pour is an exploration of honey, fermentation, herbs, and fruit, thoughtfully paired with hearty seasonal appetizers that showcase the richness of the winter table.
Guiding the evening will be our guest mead expert, sharing the stories behind each bottle - the bees, the botanicals, the fermenters, and the age-old traditions that make mead one of the world’s most fascinating artisanal beverages. You’ll leave with new favorites to enjoy at your own winter gatherings or holiday dinners.
Our seasonal grazing table, refreshed throughout the evening, will feature artisan cheeses, charcuterie, roasted winter vegetables, fruits, and rustic breads — the perfect complement as new pours are introduced and conversations unfold.
✨ Featured selections include:
-Spiced Apple - “Apple pie in a glass! Wonderful apple flavor enhanced with cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg.”
-Blackberry - “Sweet, tangy and bursting with blackberry flavor - delicious chilled with meats or as a fruity dessert mead.'‘
-Honeyed Peach - “Ripe, juicy summer peaches bursting with flavor - a sweet, refreshing mead best served chilled or in a sangria.”
-Auriga (Session Mead) — “A refreshing session mead with spicy ginger and bright lime, underlaid with subtle honey — light, crisp, and invigorating.”
-Nordic Blend - “Herbal and complex: licorice-like fennel and rye-bread notes make this a unique savory-sweet digestive.'‘
Whether you’re planning a romantic winter date night, a unique evening out with friends, or a small seasonal celebration, this experience offers the perfect blend of warmth, craft, and holiday magic at Honeysuckle - and mead’s rich history as a honeymoon and celebration wine makes it a beautiful choice for special moments.
Optional Add-ons:
Purchase featured meads at special event-only pricing - ideal for winter celebrations or as thoughtful holiday gifts.
Tickets:
$65 general admission (5 pours) | $85 VIP (6 pours + reserved seating)
Space is limited.
Event Policies:
This is an adults-only experience. All attendees must be 21+ to participate in mead tastings.
The event will take place rain or shine in our heated tea room, ensuring a comfortable evening while allowing guests to enjoy the beauty of the farm in any weather.
All ticket sales are final. Tickets are non-refundable but fully transferable. If you cannot attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to a friend.
Our grazing table will feature hearty, heavy appetizers designed to complement the meads, but it is not a full seated meal. While we cannot accommodate specific dietary restrictions, vegetarian and gluten-free items will be clearly marked.
Honeysuckle Farm is ADA-accessible, with parking and pathways for all guests.
By attending, you consent to photography or video that may be used in Honeysuckle’s future communications and storytelling.
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8871 Pickards Meadow Rd., 27516, 8871 Pickards Meadow Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516-4898, United States
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