Today, we had the pleasure of interviewing John Sather, a skilled home brewer renowned for crafting award-winning micro beers and mead in his garage. Mead, an unfamiliar beverage to our crew, intrigued us with its unique qualities.
During the interview, our producer Dan expressed his curiosity about mead, sharing that he’s always wanted to try it, especially since it’s prominently featured in the TV series Game of Thrones. For those unfamiliar with mead, also known as hydromel when low in alcohol content, it is an alcoholic drink produced by fermenting honey blended with water, occasionally incorporating ingredients like fruits, spices, grains, or hops. Mead’s alcohol content can range from approximately 3.5% ABV to over 20%, with its defining characteristic being that honey contributes the majority of the fermentable sugar.
Typically served in small quantities, a shot glass of mead goes a long way. Mead can be enjoyed still, carbonated, or naturally sparkling, offering a spectrum of tastes from dry to semi-sweet or sweet. None of our crew members had experienced mead before, but John’s expertise and his winning recipe opened our eyes to the beverage’s allure.
After wrapping up the video shoot, John generously shared bottles of his Charlie Bee Mead with each of us to take home. With over 20 years of brewing experience, John consistently excels in creating craft beer and mead right in his garage. Both John and his wife will be featured in our upcoming videos, showcasing their passion for brewing.
For those attending Craft Brewing Festivals in Florida, we highly recommend exploring John’s creations, both in beer and mead. His dedication and talent truly shine in every sip.
