Moonlight Meadery Tour - Londonderry, New Hampshire

Discover the Moonlight Meadery Tour in New Hampshire

The Moonlight Meadery Tour in Londonderry, NH, offers visitors a flavorful journey into the world of mead — an ancient honey wine with a modern twist. As one of the largest craft meaderies in the United States, Moonlight produces dozens of unique styles ranging from dry to sweet, sparkling to still, and even barrel-aged meads.

Guided tours take guests through the production area, where staff explain how raw honey, water, and yeast transform into mead. You’ll learn about fermentation, barrel aging, and bottling, while gaining insights into the artistry and passion that go into every bottle. The experience concludes in the tasting room, where visitors sample a curated flight of meads and ciders.

Why it’s special:
Moonlight Meadery has helped put mead back on the map in American craft beverages. Its tours are not just about production but about tasting and discovering a beverage steeped in history. For adults, couples, and school groups of age, the tour is an engaging mix of education, honey heritage, and world-class tasting.

History/Story of Moonlight Meadery

Moonlight Meadery was founded in 2010 by Michael Fairbrother, with a mission to revive and modernize mead. Starting in a small space, the meadery quickly grew thanks to award-winning recipes and a focus on quality honey. Today, Moonlight produces meads that are distributed across the U.S. and internationally, but it remains rooted in New Hampshire, where every batch is handcrafted.

What You’ll See & Do on the Moonlight Meadery Tour

• Guided walk through the production facility with fermentation tanks and barrels.

• Learn about the mead-making process from honey to bottle.

• Explore the differences between dry, sweet, sparkling, and barrel-aged meads.

• Enjoy a tasting flight of several meads and ciders.

• Browse the onsite shop for bottles, gift packs, and merchandise.

Hands-On Elements: Tastings, Q&A with staff, interactive education on honey varietals.

Photo/Video Policy: Photography allowed in most areas; ask before photographing in production zones.

Souvenirs & Extras:

• Onsite shop with bottles, apparel, glassware, and gift packs

• Special releases and limited-edition meads available only at the meadery

Pricing of Moonlight Meadery Tour

• Meadery Tour & Tasting: $20 per person

• Includes guided tour + tasting flight

• Guests must be 21+ with valid ID for tastings

Practical Info for Visiting Moonlight Meadery

Duration: ~45–60 minutes
Format: Guided production tour + tasting room experience
Schedule & Seasonality: Tours offered daily; hours vary seasonally; closed major holidays
Audience: Adults 21+; couples, groups, and craft beverage enthusiasts
Accessibility: Visitor areas are wheelchair accessible
Safety & Restrictions:

• Tastings restricted to guests 21+

• Children may accompany adults but cannot participate in tastings

Languages: English
Group & School Visits: Group tours available by reservation; school trips limited due to alcohol service

What to Bring/Wear: Valid ID (21+), comfortable clothing, curiosity for craft beverages
Facilities: Tasting room, retail shop, restrooms, free parking
Closures & Downtime: Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day

Location & Booking

Address: 23 Londonderry Road, Unit 17, Londonderry, NH 03053
Map: Google Maps link
Getting There: Free onsite parking; located near I-93, ~20 minutes from Manchester, NH
Booking: Walk-ins welcome; group tours should be reserved in advance at Moonlight Meadery
Cancellation & Refunds: Contact Meadery for cancellations or group rescheduling
On-Site Extras: Retail shop, tasting room, special events

Nearby

• Manchester, NH dining and breweries

• Robert Frost Farm Historic Site

• Merrimack Premium Outlets

FAQs About Visiting the Moonlight Meadery Tour

What is included in the tour?
The tour includes a guided walk through the production facility and a tasting flight of meads and ciders.

How much does the tour cost?
Tours are $10 per person and include tastings for guests 21+.

Do I need to reserve in advance?
Walk-ins are welcome, but groups are encouraged to book ahead.

Can children visit the meadery?
Yes, children may accompany adults but cannot participate in tastings.

What types of mead can I taste?
Moonlight Meadery offers a wide variety, from dry and sparkling to sweet and barrel-aged styles.

Is the meadery accessible?
Yes, the facility and tasting room are wheelchair accessible.