Some businesses take themselves far too seriously. Curmudgeons Honey Mead is not one of them. Tucked away on Cedar Mountain Road in Gatesville, this Central Texas meadery pours a product as bold as its name — honey-made meads and wines with personality to spare. As they like to say: "I don't care what you say, it's mead!"

A Veteran-Owned Meadery With Something to Say

Curmudgeons Honey Mead is a disabled veteran owned and operated, family-owned business — and it shows in everything they do. They believe in the American Dream, and they live it by supporting local small businesses and sourcing locally whenever possible.

The name says it all. A curmudgeon, after all, is "a bad-tempered person, especially an old one" — and this crew wears the label proudly. Expect honest, no-holds-barred conversation and a product made without compromise. If you have an opinion, they want to hear it... just be ready for an honest answer.

Mead, the Way It Was Meant to Be

Mead is one of the oldest drinks in human history — honey and water, fermented into something magical. Curmudgeons puts a distinctly Texan spin on the craft, blending local honey with flavors you will not find at a typical winery.

The lineup has something for everyone: Berserker, a traditional mead made with honey and honey alone; Ancho, a smoky blend of local honey and smoked poblano peppers with a mild kick at the finish; Bam-Ba-Lam, a sweet-and-tart blackberry mead; and a semi-sweet Dandelion mead with earthy, floral notes that dance on the palate.

Feeling adventurous? But Did You Die is crafted with fresh-pressed coffee and a hint of vanilla — and yes, it has caffeine. Ethereal Crone steeps rich elderberries into a deep, twilight-hued sipper, while Hibiscus delivers a crisp, tart ruby refresher that is unapologetically bold. When the holidays roll around, Yule Hunt brings a warming cranberry-spice blend perfect for long, dark winter nights.

Wine lovers are not left out either. Their Blueberry Glühwein is a smooth, hand-spiced mulled wine best served warm, and the limited Blueberry Bombshell celebrates 250 years of American independence with a splash of mythic proportions.

And for those who like it strong: Curmudgeons distills two of its own flavors and blends them back into themselves to create fortified meads at 23.5% ABV — with the Berserker aged in oak for good measure.

Local Honey, Local Roots

Everything starts with honey — and whenever possible, it starts with local honey. The meadery is a proud part of the Central Texas craft beverage scene, proving that Gatesville can hold its own alongside any winery in the state. Every bottle is a small-batch labor of love, made by hand and made in Texas.

A Tasting Room With a Simple Rule

Curmudgeons' tasting room sits at 504 Cedar Mountain Road in Gatesville, and the house rule is refreshingly simple: "If you're drinking, we're open." Call or text ahead and, if they are around, they will open up for you. It is the kind of personal, small-town service you simply do not get from a big distributor.

Ready to raise a glass? Buy bottles online at curmudgeonstx.com, keep an eye on their events, or grab some merch. To arrange a tasting or a party opening, call or text (254) 661-3301 — and tell them the curmudgeons sent you.

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