Fantastic place, fantastic owner, fantastic Mead!!! I can't speak highly enough about this very cool place. They make all their own mead and it is all delicious. They owner was out bartender and he was a wealth of information. He was so helpful and friendly helping us make our choices. We tried 12 different flavors and even took a bottle home with us. Summer are sweeter than others, but all are wonderfully designed and brewed. I will definitely be back. read more

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As a fan of fruity alcoholic beverages I have always been curious about Brewlihan Mead. I only previously had mead at the Renaissance Fair. I finally got the chance to check them out one afternoon when I was in the area. Brewlihan Mead is a 1,700-square-foot mead house and tasting room owned by John and Stacey Hoolihan. John had a background in science education and started out brewing as a hobby. What turned into a passion became a business. Brewlihan Mead is the first commercial meadery in Broward and Palm Beach counties. Mead, sometimes called honey wine is an alcoholic beverage made from three ingredients: fermented honey, water and yeast. It is the first alcoholic beverage consumed by mankind and is believed to predate wine by nearly three thousand years. Since the taste of honey can vary by region, mead can have a diverse and complex flavor profile. To make the mead at Brewlihan, the water, yeast and honey is placed in fermentation tanks with fruit and then aged in oak barrels for 2 to 5 months. You can take your mead to go in cans or they have a nice bar inside the tap room where you can enjoy your drink. I took my mead home and while I enjoyed all of it, my favorite was Winter in So Fla which truly evoked the tropical feel of a winter in Florida. Mead is a great alone or as a pairing to a meal. If you are a mead enthusiast they have memberships for $300 with a host of benefits listed on their website. Whether a casual or refined drinker of mead, you are sure to find something unique and delicious here. John and Stacy are so warm and friendly and this is the kind of science I really enjoy. read more

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Loved it here, cool place with friendly people, and delicious meads options. We love the flights we ordered and had a great time here, very chill vibes. read more

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Whoa, what an unexpected and fun discovery. There's something about stumbling upon a brewery in the midst of an industrial warehouse area in Oakland Park. It's like finding an oasis where the usual vibe of warehouses and business units is hopefully replaced with the warmth of good drinks and good company. As we parked in front, my nostrils were immediately alerted to the scent of sizzling cheesesteaks from Willie's Phillies grill at the corner, which is the main food source at Brewlihan Mead. Totally adds that perfect touch of casual, delicious street food to make the whole experience even better. The front of the building displayed chemistry designs as it's decor. The scene at the bar was a perfect mix of laid back vibes and local camaraderie. The bartender poured me a 12 oz 5.3% abv Strawberry Marshmallow Serum--what a wild, unexpected ride for my taste buds! The fact that it reminded me of a holiday wine called Manischewitz with a twist of marshmallow adds such a quirky layer to it. It's not something you'd normally expect to find at a brewery or winery, right? Definitely the kind of drink that stands out and leaves a lasting impression, as did the Green Apple Soda Serum which brought a happy tear to my left eye. And that famous 1 ounce Mead, "Shhhh-Batch 2" was strong at 14% ABV, but something about that deep, vanilla forward flavor that sits at the back of your throat... kind of like an acquired taste, I'm guessing. Although the Mead was interesting, I immediately craved the Serum again. Mead can be a bit intense for some I assume, especially when it's that strong and peculiar tasting, but it gave me a whole new appreciation for the art of fermentation with honey as the primary sugar source. The space itself provided a subtle industrial charm with a view of the steel vats. Nothing quite like seeing the heart of the brewing process right in front of you. The handcrafted canned and bottled take-home drinks were tempting too, and offered a great variety. The $8.00 to $55.00 price spectrum seemed like they've got something for everyone, whether you're into a casual single can of Serum or a high-end bottle of Mead. Also, props to them for the clean gender-neutral bathroom and the chemistry wall design! It's those little touches that can make a place feel both welcoming and thoughtfully designed. The atmosphere really seems to be a mix of quirky, casual, and well-thought-out. A fun spot to hang out and explore some unique consumables. I would definitely return to try a different Serum blend with a Philly cheesesteak, but the Mead, although intriguing, it's not my cup of tea. read more

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We caught this brewery on the right day since they are only open Friday, Saturday and Sunday for limited hours. Interesting spot in an Oakland Park warehouse district. There were about fifteen people inside with a few tables and a good sized bar. I ordered a variety of the home brewed Serum and one mead to try. The Serums were all very good but the mead was not my thing and maybe it's an acquired taste. No food kitchen inside but they have a Philly Cheesesteak grill outside for customers. read more

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This place is awesome! The vibes, the drinks, the people, all immaculate! Family operated with a former educator at the helm, the vibe inside was so warm and friendly. They have a variety of meads that are all delicious, including some fun flavors like dragon fruit. After trying one or two I went with their classic "the buzz". Super high quality product and priced fairly considering. They also had a nice little food pop up outside when we were there on a weekend. I don't know where else you can find a meadery in South Florida and these people are so lovely. Do yourself a favor and swing by! read more

Brewlihan Mead - The Buzz - Wine Bars Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

Great experience trying their serums and meads. Found this great drinking establishment when Pin Pan Pollo was there and the owner John couldn't have been nicer. Spoke to us about their creation and how the different options on the menu. Located in Oakland park, it has a relaxed ambiance with lots of greenery, wood barrels and steel fermenters decorating the interior. Overall a nice time and will definitely return to try more of their serums. read more

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We had been wanting to check out the new Meadery in Oakland park since they opened in March and finally had the opportunity to this weekend. We came on a very rainy Sunday afternoon, so to no surprise to us, we were the one only customers in the place. The same is great! There is ample parking around the building, quite a few stools for bar seating, and plenty of standing room. The staff were all great, everyone said hello when we walked in and offered suggestions. The bartender was very sweet and attentive. If you have never tried mead before, be aware that it is very sweet compared to beers or wine. Mead is made by fermenting honey usually along side some other flavors. Brewlihan offers an array of different meads and ciders. Looking at the menu you may be shocked by some of the prices for very small pours but mead packs a punch! Some of their options are more than 10% alcohol! We opted to both get a flight so we could share and taste as many of their "serums" (lower alcohol, lightly carbonated) as possible! The serums we tried were great, some very fruit forward, while others were a little dryer and even a bit tart. Overall it was a lovely experience and if you're in the mood to try some thing new, add this to your list! If you don't like sweet beverages, this may not be your favorite place, but they did have a few guest taps with local beers as well! read more

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Brewlihan is a new meadery in the Oakland Park area. They've only been open for 6 weeks so the inside is shiny and new! If you've never had mead before, their menu is split into three sections, which our bartender did a great job explaining. My friends and I each chose our own flight, allowing us to try a little of everything. Their serums are lighter ABV (6-7%), carbonated, and approachable. My favorite was the standard honey, but my friends loved "spa day", a cucumber lime mead. Some of the other flavors of serums we tried included: champagne, chai tea, passionfruit mango, peanut butter and jelly. For traditional mead (higher ABV), we liked the vanilla diatomic, so rich! The final section of the menu is 4 guest taps from local breweries for guests who don't want to explore mead and would rather stick to traditional beer. Brewlihan has cans to go of some of their brews, and we'll definitely be back to grab some cucumber lime for a pool or beach day. If you've never had mead, give this place a try! read more

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Awesome local place to come and try! The owners are super friendly and their drinks just taste amazing. Go for the flight! We sampled 12 and they all tasted great. Chill spot for a weekend out with friends. Would recommend 10/10, will definitely be back. read more

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Came here with some friends just to fry out this place Service as soon as we walked through they welcomed us. The staff was very friendly and attentive. Now let's talk about the flight. I had the peach pineapple which was delicious. The flavors was amazing in the flight The cucumber lime was so refreshing the watermelon task like straight candy jolly rancher candy the Diatomoc was sweet like wine. This was a great experience so glad I came to try them out will definitely comeback a plus is there is a lady that sells tacos which are the best please try it out. The ambiance is so casual beer tap atmosphere. read more

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This place has the perfect blend of locals only vibes with enough southern friendliness to be treated like you're a regular. The bartender was super friendly, knowledgeable, and works to make sure you get something you like. We tried out the "one of everything" flight to check out a bunch of their flavors and boy did we take a good amount home! One of my favorites was definitely the strawberry watermelon and their cantaloupe ginger. Their full bodied meads were also good (and strong!) but you'd never guess how strong they were with their taste! Also took home a pre-canned blueberry cobbler and cherry crème brûlée to see how they were. Had an awesome night there and can't wait to go back! read more

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This place is incredible! If you have never been - come over! Come over now! Come over yesterday and come over tomorrow! John and Stacey are super welcoming and friendly, the vibes are 10/10 but the real hero is the mead. It is delicious, smooth and is the best thing in Florida! read more

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Fantastic drinks and atmosphere. Highly recommend checking out. Owner is awesome and answered all questions and explained process

What a stellar experience. The service was spectacular, John was friendly and knowledgeable. The quality of the mead was great. The flavor profile of all the meads and cider I tried was incredible. I ordered a flight to try a few different options. My favorite was the passion fruit guava, but I truly enjoyed each one I tried. You can also get a full flight of 12 pours for $45 to try it all. They have a rotation of food trucks that come out, follow on Instagram to see the lineup. It's definitely a local vibe and a relaxing atmosphere to just hang out. I'd definitely add this spot to your list! read more

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First time trying mead! Loved all the variety of flavors and how incredible they all tasted. If you're a mead fan this is the spot and if you're new to it like us, stop in to try it for the experience! My favorites were: - Mango Habanero was delish, not too spicy at all - Papaya was fantastic (normally hate papaya) but it was 10/10 read more

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The most unique flavors of beer that I have ever tried! I stopped by once I knew Jenny with the pot would be there and I am so happy because my guest and I had a great time. They also played music which amplified our experience and the service was great. My favorite beer was the passionfruit mango! It's so good and definitely not like your typical beer. I highly recommend checking them out. read more

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So if you like Mead is this the place to go? Yes. If you don't? Maybe? I found out that I am not a fan of mead when I went there. I got some of the Sangria they had because I had it before at another event. It taste like fruit on h to me which can be a good thing or bad thing , depending on how much you drink lol The staff was fine and explained things to me and what they served. The space is nice and spread out which I like. That's why I am giving it 4-Stars. read more

I heard about the grand opening of this place and wanted to check it out. I was so happy that I came. Got there on a Saturday and expectedly it was a little crowded however we were fortunate to find seating. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The bartender helped us with our flight selections and I am pleased to say there wasn't one that I didn't like. My favorite though was the passion fruit, pink guava and mango blend. The vibe is pretty laid back and fun. I can't wait to come back read more

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Yes, you want to drink here. Yes, the service is outstanding. Yes, it has a cool vibe. Yes, it really is good. Just stop reading and go. Take lots of people. Get a membership while you're at it. read more

What a great new craft beverage place in Oakland Park! This small business offers a variety of mead (an alcoholic beverage made from honey), hard cider, and serum (going to describe this as a lightly carbonated mead, about the same alcohol as a beer) all brewed and aged on site plus a few guest beers. I have been there a few times since their opening to the public and it's sweet (see what I did there?) to see the owners and friends developing a warm ambiance for customers. Pull up an old wine barrel and order a flight of 4 ($15) to try samples. Or how about one of everything (you can actually order "one of everything"). My favorites so far are the chai cider and the cucumber lime serum. Mead and Cider are naturally gluten free, so of course this appealed to me. Before opening the tasting room, Brewlihan operated through a membership club, called "The Lab". As a member, I get dibs on the releases (there's other perks too!). Is there parking? Yup! Right out front. On the weekends, nearby businesses are closed and so there are more spaces in the area. Can I get a bottle or can to-go? Yup! Serum and cider cans as well as glassware and tshirts are available to purchase. If you are looking for something new and different from the local breweries, especially if you are not a big beer drinker, check it out! read more

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Awesome owners and really fun assortment of drinks. Tired of beer? Give mead a try! Music and vibe are spot on. read more

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Everything's always so phenomenal; From service to ambiance & offerings! John and the staff are always so hospitable. We make an effort every week to stop in, we're so lucky to have a world class meadery right in Oakland Park. Rotating selection of meads, craft beer (really good stuff too), and wines that never disappoint. If you've never had the opportunity to try mead, Brewlihan will set your expectations so high from then on. No other meadery will even comes close. The rotating food trucks outside are always pleasant as well. read more

Brewlihan Mead - Ghost Particle Mead and Excessive Saturation ( Loganberry, Black Raspberry, Black Currant with vanilla) - Wine Bars Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

Tried out on a whim, been back several times since. Intimate place that can get busy, with all the right kind of conversation, vibes, and drinks (Mainly mead) Friendly staff and people. Local business, Husband Wife owners. If you wanna get a taste of mead or drink something besides beer this place is a MUST VISIT. This place is awesome, you gotta give it a visit. read more

Mead - the drink of Vikings! Fermented wine made from honey. The base mead which is made of wildflower and oak ("buzz") is dry and snappy. Many different flavors to try from chai, cucumber lime and grape & peanuts. The food trucks meet your munchy needs! Check out this soon to be local legend! read more

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Some of the best mead in the world right here in Oakland Park. Everything is always 5/5 and the staff couldn't be nicer or more helpful. read more

Brewlihan Mead - Wine Bars Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

Only good things. Outstanding product, amazing flavors, but even more amazing people. Brewlihan is inclusive, inviting and absolutely a place that welcomes and appreciates your business. There is more to Brewlihan than mead - they also have guest beers on tap in addition to their ciders/wines/serums. You won't want to leave empty-handed. Check the fridge before you go. It's worth it. Clever branding, so many new exciting flavors to try, warm and welcoming staff/owners. 5 stars and then some! read more

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Amazing service from John and Mike! Can't get anything like this in South Florida if you love mead. And if you haven't it is a must try!

5 stars for the meads, the service and the ambiance!! I came here with my wife (and brought the kids yesterday after a long day at the discovery museum). When we walked in the owner came out to help us through the door with the stroller and was super hospitable. He explained the menu and stayed to chat for a while. I decided on the flight for $45 because I could try a little bit of almost everything. I've never had carbonated mead before so I didn't know what to choose. In the flight, you get all 10 of the Serums listed before "buzz" (because the rest are canned) and 2 others from the Meads & Wines list. Al the flavors were really good, there's a little something for every tastebud. Sweet, sour, fruity, you name it. I couldn't tell you which one was my favorite but Strawberry Banana was a close call. The Key Lime Pie Mead was also very good. As we sat there, the owner talked to us about his business and the struggles with the city and how difficult it is to offer food trucks because of permitting. Such a shame because it would have been snide to grab some grub while we were there. Overall, it was a great experience and we loved the decor. He also said he did it all himself, down to the epoxy on the floors and the bar. Definitely a cool place with a great vibe! read more

Brewlihan Mead - $45 flight! Try all 10 of the Serums listed before "buzz" (because the rest are canned) and 2 others from the Meads & Wines list - Wine Bars Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

We haven't been to the physical location, but last night we had the pleasure of sampling the meads at Brew Fest Miami. Loved everything we tried and can't wait to visit the actual brewery. Great talking to the man in charge. Thanks for a great experience read more

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Brewlihan is a must for those who enjoy Mead or those who are feeling adventurous to try something new to them. The service and the atmosphere is top notch. The owner and the bartender are extremely knowledgeable about their products and are ready to help recommend a great selection for you to try. Their selection of meads start from beginner (those who have not had Mead before) to advanced products that are barrel aged and diverse. If Mead is not your thing, no worries, they always have a few selection of beers on tap. If you haven't been you need to go! read more

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From start to finish the experience at Brewlihan was amazing. There is ample parking out front and the setup of the meadery is warm and welcoming. Plenty of signage to explain what's on tap which is a very large variety that will be sure to please any pallet. My husband chose to try a session and still mead, both of which he said were amazing. The other members of our group didn't know much about mead, but at the end of our visit they were full fledge into it and going to be regular visitors. John the owner was extremely welcoming and did an awesome job holding down the bar and ensuring every guest felt like family. We will 100% be back! read more

Brewlihan Mead - Proper Black and Vanilla Diatomic! Amazing! - Wine Bars Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

My first visit to FL, and Brewlihan was top of my list to visit. I knew the quality of the product from bottles on the west coast, but was absolutely blown away by the taproom experience. Clay was an absolute king behind the bar, and John is an outstanding host. Seeing how well they catered to the hardcore craft mead fans, the first-timers and everything in between was amazing. Draft list is approachable, diverse, and exciting and the space is dripping in good vibes. I may not be back to Florida soon, but I know where my first stop will be once I do make the next visit. read more

Wow this place has been a Diamond in the Rough! IT's shine is amazing! Thank god it has opened and what a game changer of how other breweries operate! The owners are so welcoming and on premises making sure everyone is enjoying themselves. The attention to detail and explanation of what you're ordering is really important. This place is awesome, amazing and chill! Will definitely comeback and tell everyone about it. Brewlihan thank you for opening and blessing Broward with a great Meadery!! read more

Brewlihan Mead - The lighting blocked some of guest taps but the Prime Time deliciousness are the ones you can zoom in on. Cheers - Wine Bars Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

It's definitely worth checking out. Nationally renowned brewer/mazer (check untapped) right here in town. The vibe is relaxed. The owners and staff are very helpful, friendly, and more than happy to introduce beginners to their meads. Their stuff is the best. They also have beer and food pop-ups. read more

The beverages are terrific, try the banana mead...off the menu. The host made us feel right at home. Highly recommend. Very chill place. read more

Brewlihan Mead - Wine Bars Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

I didn't know what mead was, I was told I had to try it. MIND BLOWN. PLEASE GO AND TRY ASAP. IT TRULY IS AWESOME. Great great atmosphere. It's a must visit when in town!! read more

I was here for the food truck outside. But went inside to eat here. I really loved the ambience very chill and relaxed here. I tried maybe one of the drinks here and it was sweet! I really enjoyed it. The server was really nice and attentive when she gave the menu. Bathroom was clean which I can definitely appreciate a nice and clean bathroom! I did like the place and would try the other drinks on the menu read more

Excellent new spot - accessible parking, casual and diverse crowd, dog friendly, chatty and helpful workers, bright and trendy taproom. Being my first time, I had to opt for the mead flight which made trying all the offerings quite fun. The mead master was also very informative identifying ones I would like and the best order in tasting them. Great local food truck options when I visited. Will be back to try more soon. read more

Brewlihan Mead - Wine Bars Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

Amazing mead and ciders, plus some great guest taps if you're looking for a beer. The owners are friendly and looking for feedback. Stop by and try some of their amazing product. I highly recommend the Strawberry Watermelon or Cucumber Lime session meads, or if you want something with a little more punch, the Diatomic series is out of this world. read more