Best mead cocktails

Rebel without a Claus Cocktail 

As one of the world’s oldest alcoholic drinks, mead has been enjoyed for thousands of years. Your first thought may be how on earth do I drink it?! But, fear not, mead is extremely versatile so you can enjoy it cold in a wine glass, warmed up in a mug or even try mixing it up in a cocktail like the one below from Jack Jamieson and our friends at Afon Mêl. Trust us, you won’t be disappointed!

Ingredients
50ml golden rum
20ml honey syrup
20ml Afon Mêl Ginger mead
20ml Lime juice
Top up with Afon Mêl Sparkling mead, Nectar
3 dashes Angostura bitters

Method
Add the first four ingredients to the glass and fill with ice. Stir and top up with Afon Mêl Nectar. Dash some Angostura bitters in and garnish with a lime slice.

Like this? Then have a look at Warm Scotch Cider or The Best Cocktails to Make with Scotch Whisky