Frequently Ask Questions
Are Sky River's Meads and Honey Wine Kosher?
Yes, and this is our Kosher Certificate.
Is Mead Beer or Wine?
The short answer is neither. For a more detailed answer see "Mead –Beer or Wine?" .
What kind of grapes do you use?
We don't use grapes. A true Mead consists of honey, yeast & water.
Where are your vineyards?
As there are no grapes in Mead we have no vineyard.
Where are your bees?
The majority of our honey comes from Skagit County. All of Sky River's honey comes from Washington however (raspberries too!).
Where did the idea for Mead come from?
Mead is most well known as a Celtic or Norse tradition but evidence of Mead or honey wine has been found worldwide in every geographical area with native honey bees.
