mead
n. C / U C2 Proficiency US //ˈmid// UK //mˈiːd// mead
n. an alcoholic drink made by mixing honey and water and letting it ferment. It is one of the oldest drinks in history and often appears in stories about Vikings or knights.
n. an alcoholic beverage produced by fermenting a solution of honey and water. Often associated with medieval history and Norse mythology.
The king drank mead from a large horn.
During the medieval festival, vendors sold traditional mead alongside modern craft beers.
Archaeological evidence suggests that mead was consumed across various ancient cultures, predating the widespread cultivation of grapes for wine in many northern regions.
Usage
Uncountable when referring to the liquid in general; countable when referring to specific varieties or brands.