Honey Heaven: Cheers' Favorite Colorado Meads to Beat the Summer Heat

As summer temperatures soar, Colorado meads are emerging as the ultimate refreshments for those seeking something beyond the ordinary. Picture yourself after a long hike through Garden of the Gods, craving a beverage that's uniquely local and perfectly refreshing. It's not the heaviness of beer, the warmth of wine, or those ubiquitous seltzers that seem to be everywhere. If you're searching for something that captures the essence of a Colorado summer while still surprising your palate, look no further than Cheers Liquor Mart, where our premium selection of local Colorado meads offers the perfect solution to your summer beverage dilemma.

Colorado Springs Own Mead Masters

Right here in Colorado Springs, we have meaderies producing remarkable honey-based wines that perfectly complement summer activities. If you're unfamiliar, mead is an ancient alcoholic spirit created by fermenting honey with water and has been enjoyed across numerous cultures for thousands of years.

Two notable local meaderies represented in our selection include:

• Antelope Ridge Mead: A Colorado Springs meadery focusing on traditional techniques with modern flavor profiles. Their meads feature honey sourced from Colorado apiaries, supporting local beekeepers while creating distinctive flavor profiles unique to our region.
• Drekar Meadery: Just a stone's throw from Cheers Liquor Mart, Drekar produces Nordic-inspired meads that connect to Colorado's outdoor adventure spirit. Their attention to detail and commitment to quality have made them a favorite among local mead enthusiasts.

Summertime Flavor Profiles: What to Look For

When selecting Colorado meads for summer enjoyment, consider flavor characteristics that complement the season. Summer meads typically feature:

• Lighter Body: Unlike winter meads that might be rich and dessert-like, summer meads tend to have a lighter mouthfeel that refreshes rather than weighs you down.
• Bright Fruit Notes: Look for meads incorporating summer fruits like berries, peaches, or citrus for that perfect seasonal flavor.
• Subtle Spice or Herbal Components: A hint of ginger, mint, or other herbs can elevate a summer mead from simply sweet to sophisticated.
• Dryness: While some meads can be quite sweet, many Colorado meaderies are producing drier varieties that provide refreshment without overwhelming sweetness.

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Our Top Picks for Summer 2025 Colorado Meads

Refreshingly Fruity Selections

• Black Raspberry Nectar from Redstone Meadery is a vibrant ruby-colored mead bursting with the sweet-tart essence of fresh black raspberries. You'll appreciate how the natural raspberry flavor perfectly balances the honey's sweetness, creating a mead that's reminiscent of summer berry-picking.
• Nothing says summer quite like Sif's Splendor from Drekar Meadery, offering crisp, clean honey and vanilla flavors with subtle notes of palisade peach. Enjoy the refreshing finish of this mead on a hot summer day.
• Colorado's famous Sunshine Nectar sparkling mead is a mouthwatering seasonal release from Redstone Meadery. Taste the essence of perfectly ripened apricots and citrus in every sip, complemented by the subtle sweetness of locally sourced honey.

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• Drekar Meadery Lofn's Gift Lavender Lemon Mead is a sublime expression of Colorado Springs' innovative Nordic-inspired mead-making tradition. Named after the Norse goddess of forbidden love, this elegant mead balances delicate floral lavender notes with bright, zesty lemon for a refreshingly sophisticated drinking experience.
• Rocky Mountain Great Catherine's Spiced Nektar Mead is a regal honey wine that pays homage to imperial Russian tradition with its luxurious blend of premium Colorado wildflower honey and warming spices. The balanced, versatile flavor profile of this mead allows it to be enjoyed chilled during summer gatherings or gently warmed during cooler months for a different sensory experience.

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How to Enjoy Your Summer Mead

Serving Suggestions

To fully appreciate your local Colorado meads, consider these serving suggestions:

• Temperature Matters: Unlike some alcoholic beverages, summer meads show their best qualities when properly chilled. Keeping your mead between 45-50°F will highlight refreshing qualities without masking any flavors.
• Glassware Choices: While traditional wine glasses work well, don't be afraid to get creative. Stemless wine glasses or mason jars can add to the casual summer vibe.
• Garnish Options: You can elevate your mead experience with appropriate garnishes like fruits, berries, citrus, or herbs to complement the flavors and add visual appeal.
• Food Pairings: Local Colorado meads shine alongside seasonal fare. Consider pairing with:

• Fresh salads featuring local Colorado fruits or veggies
• Grilled vegetables from the Colorado Springs Farmers Market
• Light cheeses and charcuterie for an effortless summer spread
• Spicy dishes that benefit from mead's cooling sweetness

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Creating Cocktails with Colorado Meads

Don't limit yourself to enjoying mead straight. Summer is the perfect time to experiment with these mead-based cocktails:

The Colorado Bee Sting

• 2 oz citrus-forward mead
• 1.5 oz Axe and the Oak gin
• ½ oz honey simple syrup
• ½ oz fresh lemon juice
• Lemon twist garnish

Combine ingredients over ice, stir well, and strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice.

Pikes Peak Spritzer

• 4 oz berry mead
• 2 oz seltzer water
• Fresh blackberries
• Garnish with a sprig of rosemary

Build in a tall glass. Muddle the berries with the mead, cover with ice and top with seltzer.

Colorado Meads are the Perfect Summer Gift

Summer is filled with occasions that call for thoughtful gifts, and a bottle of premium Colorado mead presents a unique alternative to standard wine or spirits. When you bring a bottle of locally-produced mead to your next summer gathering, you're bringing a conversation piece that reflects your local knowledge and discerning taste.

Cheers Liquor Mart offers beautiful gift packaging options for our premium mead selections, making your gift-giving even more special.

Where to Find These Summer Treasures

Cheers Liquor Mart proudly carries the largest selection of Colorado meads in Colorado Springs. Cheers's knowledgeable staff can help you navigate the exciting world of local meads and offer recommendations based on your preferences and intended occasion.

We also offer mead-tasting events throughout the summer, giving you the opportunity to sample before making a purchase. Our tasting events often feature the mead makers themselves, allowing you to hear the stories behind these remarkable beverages directly from the creators.

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Your Summer Mead Adventure Awaits at Cheers Liquor Mart

Summer in Colorado Springs offers countless opportunities for adventure and relaxation along the Front Range. Incorporating Colorado meads into your summer activities will add another dimension to your seasonal experiences, connecting you to local agriculture, innovative craft beverage producers, and the ancient art of mead making.

The next time you're planning a special meal, preparing for a gathering, or simply looking to treat yourself after a day exploring all that Colorado Springs has to offer, consider reaching for a bottle of local mead from Cheers Liquor Mart. With our diverse mead selection in store, we can ensure you'll find a few Colorado meads that delight your palate and enhance your summer activities. Cheers!