DIFRANCESCO MEADERY
At DiFrancesco Meadery, we are deeply committed to the art of crafting mead—a beverage rooted in ancient traditions
yet embraced by modern palates. Mead, often referred to as honey wine, is unique in that it utilizes honey as the primary
fermentable sugar, setting it apart from beverages that rely on fruit juices. This distinctive process yields a drink that
is both versatile and rich in flavor, offering a spectrum of taste experiences. Whether you're in the mood for something
refreshingly dry or indulgently sweet, mead can cater to a variety of preferences, ranging from crisp, dry finishes to
the lush sweetness of a dessert wine. The alcohol content is equally flexible, with some of our meads being as light and
easy-drinking as a session beer, while others are more robust, akin to a fortified port wine.
Our meads are crafted in small batches, with a steadfast focus on quality over quantity. We are passionate about using only
natural ingredients, which allows the pure flavors of the honey and other botanicals to truly shine. At DiFrancesco Meadery, we offer
a variety of styles to suit different tastes and occasions. Our sparkling meads, served on tap like a fine craft beer, provide
a lively, effervescent experience, while our still meads, reminiscent of traditional table wines, offer a smooth and elegant
drinking experience. We invite you to explore our ever-evolving selection by visiting our Mead Menu
, where you’ll find the latest offerings from our meadery.
Nestled in the picturesque hills that overlook the majestic Susquehanna River in Lower Windsor Township, our meadery is surrounded
by the timeless beauty of historic farmlands and rolling countryside. The area is renowned not only for its natural splendor but also
for its thriving art and music scene, making it the perfect destination for those seeking both cultural and culinary enrichment. Our
Tasting Room, perched above an 18th-century farm, provides a stunning view that sweeps across
the fields and down to the river—a truly idyllic setting to enjoy a glass of our handcrafted mead. Whether you're a seasoned mead
enthusiast or new to this ancient beverage, we invite you to join us for an unforgettable tasting experience, where you can savor
our latest recipes and take in the breathtaking scenery.
In addition to our Tasting Room, we are honored to have our meads featured at several premier locations throughout York and Lancaster Counties. These valued retail partners provide the opportunity to enjoy our meads in a variety of settings, whether you're dining casually, listening to live music, or pairing our meads with other fine craft beverages. For a complete list of where you can find our meads, please visit Where to Find Us section and discover a location nearest to you.
MEAD MENU
Mead is a beverage of great variety, and as such, it has a long list of names for the various traditional recipes.
Typically, wine is made from fruit, and mead is made from honey. When we make wine using honey and fruit, we are
compelled to call it a honey wine or "melomel". Melomels can be made with any fruit, but if we use apple, then we
like to call it "cyser". Adding spices, you create a "metheglin", and the list goes on.
Our meads are typically made using fruit, nuts, spices, and of course honey. Honey itself is gluten free, and
currently none of our quality recipes contain gluten.
Our still meads contain no preservatives or added sulfites. Our sparkling meads, because of the lower alcohol content,
require potassium sorbate to inhibit re-fermentation.
Below are the meads we currently have available. This can change rapidly so if you are looking for something specific, it's best to check with us, and we'll see what we can do.
Meads on Tap
Ginger Mead
Sparkling and spicy, brewed with fresh ginger, 8.5% ABV
Cherry Black Tea Melomel
Subtle combination of Montmorency cherry juice and Darjeeling tea, 7.5% ABV
Almond Spice Mead
Sparkling mead infused with toasted almond, Madagascar vanilla and ginger, 6.5% ABV
Apple Pie Cyser
Referred to as a "cyser", this apple mead is spiced with cinnamon and cloves, 7.5% ABV
Orange Cinnamon Melomel
A light and refreshing honey-orange wine, 7.5% ABV
Raspberry Melomel
Rich and full of body, 8% ABV
TASTING ROOM/HOURS
Come join us at the meadery, where you can fill a growler while enjoying the view and have the opportunity to
sample what's to come!
We are continually developing new recipes! Check back for updates, or follow us on Facebook so you don't miss out on new meads becoming available, new retailer locations, events and special offers!
SATURDAY: 12pm-4pm
WHERE TO FIND US
Savor our mead, perfectly chilled and served on tap, at any of the locations listed below.
MEXITALY BRICK OVEN BREWHOUSE
2440 E. MARKET ST
YORK, PA 17402
(717) 600-TACO / 717-600-8226
HELL IN A BUCKET BREWERY
392 E. FRONT ST
Marrietta, PA 17547
(717) 252-6868
COLUMBIA KETTLE WORKS
40 N. 3rd ST
COLUMBIA, PA 17512
(267) 240-7878
MEADERY TASTING ROOM
1237 TRINITY NORTH ROAD
WRIGHTSVILLE, PA 17368
(267) 240-7878
CONTACT US/MAKE A RESERVATION
Our tasting room is available for reservation by parties of 8 or more. Our beautiful indoor-outdoor location is the perfect setting for small weddings, reunions, business events, or parties. We work with local caterers, food trucks and entertainers. Call or email to inquire how we can meet your event needs.
Office hours are Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. We appreciate hearing from you and are working hard to provide you with new things to look forward to!