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A lineup of Oregon mead bottles in front of a garden

Good #Mead, Indeed… Honey-tongued and sweet-talking

The word “honeymoon” in English supposedly refers to the practice of a bride’s father dowering her with enough mead for a month-long celebration in honor of the marriage. But, why mead?

“Mead is perhaps the original aphrodisiac, credited with fertility, seduction, and arousal powers.” When Chrissie Manion Zaerpoor, Kookoolan Farms owner, meadmaker and author, writes these provocative words in her book, The Art of Mead Tasting and Food Pairing, she’s not only referencing the enchantment of the beverage… Read the complete article on Oregon Wine Press.

From the archive: this story first ran in July 2017. Details such as dates, hours and offers may have changed. Keep exploring with our Willamette Valley Pinot Noir guide and Columbia Gorge weekend.

Tamara Belgard

Wine writer and Satiate founder. This story is part of the Satiate archive (first published July 10, 2017). Explore our newest in-depth guides.

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