Mead, a fermented honey-based alcoholic drink, was one of the most popular beverages among Vikings. To make it, they mixed honey with water and allowed it to ferment, occasionally adding herbs, fruits, or spices for flavor. Fermentation took several weeks to months, depending on the recipe and desired strength. Mead was not only a favored drink at feasts but also held ritualistic significance in Norse culture, often associated with the gods. Brewing was a community activity, and variations in recipes existed across Viking territories. While ale and other drinks were also common, mead’s symbolic importance and its association with social gatherings made it a staple at Viking feasts and ceremonies.