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It is theorized that the mead was discovered under a tree and it makes a lot of sense. The theory goes that a beehive either overflowed or was damaged and the honey dripped down into a pool of water. To turn this into a fermented beverage all we need to add to this honey and water mix is some yeast. In an open environment a natural yeast will grow in the honey water and this is enough for it to ferment.

And this concept of natural yeast growth was followed for many centuries. An early book on Mead making written by Sir Digby in the 17th century explains just this process of adding a few basic materials to a honey water mix then covering it and letting it sit. (Read the full post about ‘The Secret Art of Mead Making Revealed’…)