Crosby's Kitchen & CocktailPeach

The Peach is the first mead that meets our critics’ comments that “the fruit is delicious, but I don’t get the honey clearly.” The Peach is honey-forward, showcasing Tom Reed’s delicious Northern Michigan Wildflower honey, and letting the fruit sing the harmony instead of the melody. If you are looking for a Raspberry Mead-like fruit thump over the taste buds, this mead marches to a different drummer. Distinct caramel notes and a brandied honey and vanilla aromatic have brought another local mead (which will remain unnamed) to mind for a couple of tasters who got a sneak peak. Medium to full body, and yes, it does pair well with fish dishes, as the label notes. This mead is a locavore’s dream, made in Michigan with Michigan peaches and Michigan honey. I want to have a bottle with some whitefish or walleye, Michigan potato salad, local corn and a cherry pie to fill out the bill.