Two North East brands, Fentimans and Northumberland Honey Co have come together to create a unique fusion of tradition and innovation. At Fentimans we are known for Botanically Brewing adult soft drinks and the Northumberland Honey Co are renowned for producing premium honey and hive products direct from their bee colonies across the North East.
Just 18 miles from Fearless House, the Northumberland Honey Company HQ and their thousands of bees are gearing up for the 2025 honey season. What better way to celebrate the coming of the Spring honey flow than with two bee-powered cocktails from two local Northumberland Brands with flavour at the heart of everything they do?
Mead Mule
A take on the traditional Moscow Mule, using the Spirit of Honey mead as a base and pairing with Fentimans fiery Ginger Beer is sure to kick start any party.
- Fill a tumbler with ice
- Add 25ml of Spirit of Honey Mead
- Add the juice of a wedge of lemon
- Top with Fentimans Ginger Beer and stir well
- Serve with a Lemon wheel to garnish
The Queen Bee's Knees
A honey based cocktail to make a buzz at any gathering of friends. based on the classic 'Bees Knees' we've switched up the gin with Northumberland Co's Spirit of Honey distilled mead and rich honey syrup to perfectly balance the acidity of Fentimans Victorian Lemonade.
- Fill a tumbler with Ice
- Add 25ml Spirit of Honey Mead
- Add 12.5ml of honey syrup (to make the syrup combine 1 tbsp of honey with 3 tbsp of hot water and stir well)
- Top with Fentimans Victorian Lemonade and serve with a lemon wheel to garnish