date:Apr 18, 2014
Mead, the alcoholic beverage made from honey, may be the world's oldest fermented drink, but it is also the country's hottest.
A recent industry survey reveals that mead sales increased 130% from 2012 to 2013, exceeding growth rates for beer, wine, distilled spirits and hard cider.
The numbers were released from the annual survey of American Mead Makers Association (AMMA) members. The trade organization represents the US mead industry. The number of domestic meaderies has grown from 60 just th