Thistlerock Mead Company
Location
Address
3075 Gables Run Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Region
Central Virginia
History
Tasting Room Opened
2024
Contact
ℹ️ About Thistlerock Mead Company
Thistlerock Mead Company is a craft producer focused on mead, the original honey wine. The name suggests a connection to the land and to beekeeping traditions, with an emphasis on transforming high quality honey into expressive, nuanced beverages. Expect a small batch mindset and attention to detail that highlights the character of the honey as well as any fruit or spice additions.
Visitors can typically look for tasting flights to explore a range of styles, from traditional dry or semi-sweet meads to fruited melomels and spiced metheglins. Some meaderies also offer cysers and occasional barrel influenced releases, so seasonal or limited batches may appear throughout the year. Glass pours and bottles to go are common, and staff often share pairing suggestions that complement cheese, charcuterie, and light fare.
Before visiting, check the website or social channels for current hours, availability, and any special events. Smaller meaderies sometimes adjust schedules during harvest or honey runs, and reservations may be recommended during peak times. If you enjoy distinctive flavors that showcase regional ingredients and careful fermentation, Thistlerock Mead Company is a compelling stop for a relaxed tasting and a few bottles to bring home.
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meadery
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small-batch
craft
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local-ingredients
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Location Map
3075 Gables Run Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902