Afon Mel Cherry Mead 75cl

Afon Mel Cherry Mead

A beautifully crafted Welsh fruit mead combining traditional honey fermentation with the vibrant character of ripe cherries. Made using local Welsh honey and matured in barrels and bottles, this small-batch honey wine allows its flavours to develop naturally, creating a refined balance of fruit, sweetness and freshness.

Tasting Profile:

• Appearance: Rich ruby red with a vibrant cherry hue.
• Nose: Aromatic notes of cherry brandy, delicate rose and almond.
• Palate: Smooth wildflower honey sweetness balanced by tart cherry flavours and gentle fruit complexity.
• Finish: Crisp and refreshing with lingering cherry freshness.

Occasion & Buyer Profile

Food Pairing Suggestions

Here are a few serving suggestions and pairing ideas to help you get the most from this mead, whether you’re enjoying it with food or simply savouring it on its own.

Light savoury foods pair beautifully with this mead’s cherry brightness. Soft cheeses, roasted poultry, mild charcuterie or earthy vegetables all work well.

Berry desserts, cherry‑led sweets, nut‑based desserts or lightly caramelised treats resonate naturally with the mead’s tart fruit and honeyed depth.

• Desserts
• Cheese

Country: UK

Region: Ceredigion

Brand: Afon Mel

Product Type: Mead

Mead Sweetness: Medium Sweet

Vintage: NV

Size: 75cl

ABV: 13%

Dietary:

Vegetarian

Meet The Mead Producer Behind The Bottle

A brief look at the producer’s heritage and crafting approach.

Afon Mel

Afon Mel is a Welsh mead producer dedicated to reviving the ancient tradition of honey wine through carefully crafted, small-batch production. Based in Wales, the producer takes inspiration from the country’s landscapes, heritage and long association with beekeeping, creating meads that celebrate the natural character of locally sourced honey.

The name Afon Mel, meaning “Honey River” in Welsh, reflects the producer’s connection to the land and the importance of honey at the heart of every bottle. By combining traditional mead-making methods with a modern approach, Afon Mel creates distinctive drinks that connect an ancient craft with contemporary tastes.

Focused on quality, authenticity and respect for natural ingredients, Afon Mel represents the growing revival of artisan Welsh mead production.

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Why We Love This Mead

All of our meads are hand picked and tried by us in our tasting room.

Our Review:

Team Member: Emma, WSET 2

Standard Delivery (2-5 Working Days) £5.95

Next Working Day Delivery (Order by 2pm) £7.95

Saturday Delivery (Order by 2pm Friday) £10.95

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Delivery & Shipping Policy

• We offer a free handwritten gift message with every order, and we’ll ensure no pricing or invoicing is included in the parcel.
• Selected bottles also feature our Engrave badge, meaning the bottles can be professionally engraved.
• At checkout, you can choose from a range of luxury gift boxes, bottle bags, and premium wrapping options to add a finishing touch.