A Smile of Fortune from Schramm’s Mead is a melomel with 14% ABV that carries the complexity and richness of dark fruit combined with the natural sweetness of honey. It is crafted from carefully selected fruit - black currants, Polish Lutówka cherries, traditional red raspberries, and Oregon boysenberries - giving it a multi-layered and full-bodied character.
On the nose, deep, ripe aromas of black currant and cherry unfold, while raspberry and boysenberry add brightness and freshness. The palate opens with intense fruit acidity, immediately softened by the creamy, warm sweetness of honey, achieving a perfect balance between refreshing liveliness and depth.
The texture is dense, rounded, and elegant, with smooth transitions between the different layers of fruit. The finish is long, fruity, and warm, leaving a memorable blend of berry notes on the palate.
Visually, it stands out with a deep ruby-red color that highlights its depth and strength. This release showcases Schramm’s Mead’s mastery in blending diverse fruits and honey into a harmonious drink.
Particularly notable is the balance of tannins and acidity, which lends it seriousness and complexity.
Producer
Schramm’s Mead is a craft meadery from Ferndale, Michigan, led by Ken Schramm, one of the most renowned authors and practitioners in the world of mead production. Their approach is based on the use of carefully selected honey, such as orange blossom honey, and large quantities of high-quality fruit, with some releases using more than 10 pounds of fruit per gallon of mead.
The range includes melomels, fruit-forward meads, and metheglins with spices, all reflecting a strong dedication to authentic and full-bodied flavors. The first meadery and tasting room opened in 2013 in Ferndale, where visitors can sample both core offerings and experimental editions.
Their portfolio features drinks with distinctive character, from classic berry combinations to exotic releases made with rare honeys. The brand is built on the values of quality and fidelity to ingredients, with plans for cultivating their own fruit and producing honey to increase sustainability.
Today, Schramm’s Mead is regarded as one of the most respected meaderies in the world, recognized for its commitment to excellence and authenticity.