Mead is the oldest alcohol beverage in the world, known much earlier than wine or beer. It was discovered in nature. Scientists say that the first mead could have originated naturally, in wild bee hives, when honey, diluted with rainwater, began to ferment in the presence of natural fermentation bacteria. Therefore, it is possible that primeval people consumed it without knowing the beverage production technology.
Lithuanian mead was started to mention more often in sources in the 14th century and was valued as a luxurious aristocratic drink, which was mostly consumed in the ruler's manor. The best mead is obtained from homogeneous honey without wax, bee pollen or other impurities, water, followed by fermentation with wine yeast. Nowadays there is very little knowledge about mead and its production.
The owners of the "Šušvė" homestead also organize tasting and familiarization programs "MIDAUS UPĖS TEKĖJO..." and offer you to get acquainted with the history, consumption customs, and production features of the oldest Lithuanian alcoholic drink.
During it you:
- You will visit the mead production company, which is located right next to the homestead,
- You will get to know the history and present of mead,
- You will taste as many as 10 different types of mead,
- You will feast on homemade cheese and honey.
Education is conducted in Lithuanian, English and Russian.
