Scotch Broom Blossom
Crafted from the delicate blossoms of Scotch broom, this traditional mead captures the essence of early summer in a glass. The aroma opens with soft, honey‑soaked florals and a hint of wild meadow air. On the palate, a gentle sweetness unfolds—lush but never heavy—carrying notes of warm honey, pollen, and a whisper of herbal brightness from the blossoms themselves.
The finish is smooth, lingering, and quietly elegant, making it a perfect sipper for slow evenings, shared stories, or moments that call for something a little mythical.
Scotch Broom (Cytisus scoparius)
Scotch broom is a bright‑flowered shrub native to Europe and North Africa, now common across both U.S. coasts. It produces vivid yellow pea‑like blossoms, and while bees do visit it, the nectar yields a very unusual honey—typically dark, strong, and sometimes considered of lower table quality.
While Scotch broom isn’t a major commercial honey plant, bees do forage on it when available.
Characteristics of broom honey (general observations from beekeepers):
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Color: Often dark amber to brown.
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Flavor: Strong, earthy, sometimes slightly bitter or herbal.
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Aroma: Pungent, less floral than typical wildflower honeys.
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Use: More often used in blends than as a standalone varietal due to its intensity.
Because Scotch broom is invasive in many regions, large monocultures can lead to more noticeable broom influence in local honeys.