Black Heath Meadery

Black Heath Meadery offers a unique and inviting experience for both mead lovers and newcomers to this delightful beverage. One of their standout offerings is the mead slushies--refreshing, innovative, and perfect for enjoying on a warm day. Each sip presents the classic richness of mead in a fun, chilled format, making it an absolute must-try.The meadery's environment is another highlight. It's dog-friendly, both inside and on the charming back patio, creating a welcoming atmosphere for pet owners looking to unwind and spend quality time with their furry friends. The space feels both cozy and inclusive, inviting patrons to relax and enjoy their mead at a leisurely pace.The staff truly elevates the Black Heath experience. Their friendliness and eagerness to engage with customers make each visit special. Whether you're a regular or it's your first time, you'll feel immediately at home. The team is always ready to share their knowledge and passion about mead, enhancing the overall experience.Though parking can be a bit of a challenge with street parking, the visit is well worth it. The vibrant and engaging atmosphere combined with exceptional service more than makes up for any initial inconvenience. Black Heath Meadery stands out as a charming local spot perfect for anyone interested in exploring the diverse world of mead.

One of Richmond's coziest spots - the mead is EXCELLENT. If only I could remember the eight different kinds I tried during our time here, since my girlfriend and I split two flights, but everything was just so unique and refreshing. The inside seating area is small, but very homey - our friends and us took up the four chairs by the window and yapped away here for hours and it is honestly a bit of a Richmond core memory for me. The bartender was so attentive and helpful in choosing amidst the multitude of options, and really made sure our experience was exactly what we had hoped for. Will definitely be back!

Four years had elapsed in a flash before my most recent visit last weekend for the Scott's Addition Collaboration Crawl. My friend mentioned wanting to check them out, and I was happy to go along for the ride. I arrived first and perused their list. I tried two different samples, one of their lavender meads and their Bramble Bee blackberry mead. Both were well done, but Bramble Bee won out for me.Mead is so high in alcohol that 4 ounces is plenty. Expect to pay around $10, which I think is reasonable. Service was perfunctory and there were ample seats. I also loved the daffodils; my favorite flower! Nice touch. I'm sure I'll be back at some point in the next four years.

A great little spot tucked away in Scott's Addition. The meads are so good, the atmosphere is laid back, and the staff is friendly. If you're in the area, this is a must visit!

I now follow them on IG, and even several states away- I dream of their delicious meads! I am a sucker for all things honey and a small batch meadery right down the road from my AirBnB was just too easy. We hit them in the middle of the day, right after they opened and were their only customers for about 10 minutes. I tried a flight and bought 2 bottles to take home. Because we drove, we easily shopped to add to my stockpile at home! That raspberry was soooooo good! And Bramble Bee- hmm. Plus I loved the style and vibe. The back room and second bar- so cool. Mural outside & funky fun label art inside- my kind of spot! Highly recommend!

Esoteric yet excellent beverages, decor/atmosphere, and service. My first time at any meadery in Virginia (and perhaps anywhere in the world), this was a great experience. To get a broad exposure, I ordered the flight mixing two of the less alcoholic seltzers with two full meads (one barrel aged and the other with ginger generously infused). Bill C. was really chill and we enjoyed talking with, and being served by, him. I'd go again any day.

Tried 2 flights each with 4 meads. The atmosphere is fun and there was a guy playing music in the back. I really enjoyed the decorations around and the comfortable chairs in the front. The meads were not that sweet like previous meads I have had, so I wasn't crazy about most of the flavors. The EOTW was my favorite it had a sweet honey flavor that wasn't too powerful.My Rankings:1. EOTW2. Ginger3. Fruitcake4. Pomegranate5. Celebrate6. Machete7. Red Razz8. Living

Highly recommended! The mead choices were diverse-something for everyone. They even had mead slushies and sparkling mead. The bartender was engaging and enthusiastic about the product. The bar is when you first walk inside and there is more seatting in a back room. We bought a couple bottles of mead to go. Fun experience and totally worth checking out. Other bars and breweries nearby.

I had a great experience here yesterday. The service was top notch and the Mead was excellent. The atmosphere here is homey and welcoming and I highly recommend checking it out.

11/10 spotGreat employees and owner, extremely good often changing mead menu, can't say enough good things about Black Heath.