Explore the Making & Tasting of Mead in Cork
Cork, Ireland

Explore the Making & Tasting of Mead

Outty Ranking 89 5.0 · 191 traveler reviews1 hoursFrom $25

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Outty Ranking

89/100

Exceptional. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

5.0/5

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Quick answer

Is Explore the Making & Tasting of Mead worth booking?

Explore the Making & Tasting of Mead is a 1-hour experience in Cork, Ireland, from $25 per person. It scores 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional, based on a 5/5 rating across 191 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
89 / 100
Rating
5/5 (191)
Duration
1 hours
From
$25 per person

Our fun, one hour tour brings visitors on a journey through the history of mead. The stories of mead and honey are thousands of years old, and are intertwined with Ireland's myths and legends. Taste the honey that we use

What you get

  • Free car parking next to the meadery
  • Alcoholic beverages

About this experience

Our fun, one hour tour brings visitors on a journey through the history of mead. The stories of mead and honey are thousands of years old, and are intertwined with Ireland's myths and legends. Taste the honey that we use to make our delicious mead. Learn all about the making of mead. Enjoy a guided tasting of this refreshingly different drink with our mead experts. Kinsale Mead Co. is Ireland’s first Meadery in 200 years. We love to share our passion and knowledge of all things mead and honey.

What's included

Included

  • Free car parking next to the meadery
  • Alcoholic beverages

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Cork

Walking - Leave Kinsale Tourist Office right, take a right and right again. Left up Featherbed Lane, first right, in 50m up the steps/ramp, through the gates, past the Post office. Driving - Turn at the Garage, follow the road over the small roundabout, past Lidl, through the gates - free parking.

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Walking - Leave Kinsale Tourist Office right, take a right and right again. Left up Featherbed Lane, first right, in 50m up the steps/ramp, through the gates, past the Post office. Driving - Turn at the Garage, follow the road over the small roundabout, past Lidl, through the gates - free parking.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 4 travelers per booking
Operated by
Kinsale Mead Co

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Good to know

Duration
1 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
18+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
67
Verdict
Exceptional

Why this scores 89

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)99
Review evidence (18% weight)81
Booking momentum (14% weight)77
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)86
Local standing (8% weight)75
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Explore the Making & Tasting of Mead: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cork.

How much does Explore the Making & Tasting of Mead cost?

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Prices start at $25 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cork usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Explore the Making & Tasting of Mead take?

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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cork is not rushed.

Is Explore the Making & Tasting of Mead worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 191 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Cork, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Explore the Making & Tasting of Mead?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Explore the Making & Tasting of Mead suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Explore the Making & Tasting of Mead?

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Around 67 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cork can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cork and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Explore the Making & Tasting of Mead start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cork within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Cork?

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On Outty we rank every Cork experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cobh (Cork) to Blarney Castle & Kinsale - Shore Excursion, Cork Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Sweet Treats, and More, Rebel City Distillery Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Cork?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Cork?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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