Kokemomo 2023

Lingonberry mead aged on Ugandan vanilla beans. Lingonberries are notoriously difficult to ferment due to their natural content of benzoic acid - one reason lingonberry jam keeps so well without added preservatives. Because of this, this melomel is crafted a bit differently than most of our fruit meads: water is added to help kickstart fermentation. It's still packed with fruit, though slightly less saturated with berries than our usual offerings. Over 6 months of aging on Ugandan vanilla beans not only softens the tannic grip of lingonberries, but also amplifies their tart and fruity character. Paired with honey, it reveals notes of caramel and marshmallow fluff. ------------------------------ 2023 ------------------------------ Honey variety: Wildflower honey from Konnerud and Løten. Lingonberry variety: Wild lingonberries foraged from the forest (Sande and Kongsberg). *The vintage year refers to the harvest year of the ingredients*