NV Bobesa "Marigold" Honey Mead, Upper Marlboro, Maryland (500ml Bottle)

The most unique of honey meads we've ever encountered. Small batch, 500ml bottle, dessert-style, mouth pleasing supple sweetness and still a balanced acidity with a unique spice - it IS the chill to summer! 

The tasting profile of Marigold is smooth, unctuously sweet, and beautifully balanced, leaning heavily into its traditional heritage as a premium dessert-style beverage. Because it is crafted with ethically sourced honey and high-quality botanicals, it leads with a rich, decadent honeyed sweetness that immediately envelopes the palate. This luxurious sweetness is kept perfectly in check by a crisp, lively acidity and a delicate, floral hop structure that cleanses the palate and prevents the finish from feeling heavy or cloying. It is medium-bodied with an elegant, golden pour that features inviting aromatics of blooming botanicals and warm, sun-kissed honey. Packaged beautifully in a smaller bottle, it is designed as an intimate, elevated sipper that is perfect for treating yourself or sharing during close conversations.

Recommended by our friends from Narcissio Wines - Bobesa Wines is a Black-owned craft meadery based in Prince George's County, Maryland, dedicated to celebrating "Africa’s liquid heritage" - a sophisticated hopped mead inspired by traditional Ethiopian Tej. The founders and makers established the brand out of a deep passion to share a centuries-old secret with the modern world by connecting people through cultural discovery. Rooted in the rich traditions of African mead, the producers carefully source their honey and botanicals from local, ethical providers to ensure premium quality in every batch. By acting as a cultural bridge, the team behind the bottle meticulously crafts each recipe to honor ancient heritage while appealing directly to modern fine wine enthusiasts.

Crafting exceptional mead is only part of their mission, - Bobesa equally passionate about protecting bees and nurturing vibrant, sustainable pollinator habitats in our local community. Another reason we just couldn't help but sip.