Not the Same Heritage. And That’s the Point.
“Heritage isn’t about making the same mead every year. It’s about honoring the process while letting nature lead. This year’s honey came from a different bloom, a different hive, a different season—and the result is a mead with its own voice. Lighter, brighter, and wholly unique. Because at Vinland, we don’t just bottle tradition—we bottle time.”
“Bottled Legacy: A First Look at Tribute – The Cemetery Mead”
In the heart of a forgotten cemetery in Ben Wheeler, Texas, a fallen oak revealed a secret hive—ancient, queenless, and filled with the darkest honey we’ve ever seen. That moment sparked the beginning of Tribute, a mead unlike any other. Five years in the making, hand-bottled in artisan glass, and released in a series of just 25—this is the story of how legacy, loss, and oak-aged patience became the soul of Vinland Meads.
Sacral Mead - A Journey Through A Sacred Tradition
We at Vinland Meads produce Sacral Mead. The term "sacral," though, perfectly encapsulates the essence of our mead. It is not merely a beverage; it is an embodiment of the sacred. From the honey harvested from hives we visit and help thrive, to the water that filters through the earth at Hays Manor, to the fruits and spices we acquire from local sources – all these elements are sacral in our construction of Mead.
HAYS MANOR & Vinland Meads
Situated just below Hays Manor, our meadery offers a truly unique experience. As you explore the property, you'll likely encounter our majestic Scottish Highland Coos grazing peacefully. Red Tail Hawks soar from the Falconry Chambers, while nearby, our bustling bee apiary hums with the activity of hives brimming with honey, a key ingredient in our handcrafted meads.
Vinland Mead Hall
Nestled amidst the towering hardwoods of Hays Manor in Murchison, Texas, Vinland Meads Mead Hall emerges as a haven where modern design converges with ancient inspiration.
Our Commitment to QualityHoney for Vinland Meads
At Vinland Meads, honey is the cornerstone of our craft. We meticulously select our honey, starting with the hives at Hays Manor and the Hays Clan Honey Hives. While these are our primary sources, they don't produce enough to meet the demands of Vinland Meads, our family, and our neighbors. Therefore, we partner with select local beekeepers and honey farms to supplement our supply supply.
