Mead-making was once a commonly-known practice, but today is regarded as an art form. While not exactly a crowded field, many meaderies have distinguished themselves as modern masters. If you ever get the chance to stop by one of these sites, take it, and experience a drink that has thrilled mankind for millennia.Redstone Meadery: Redstone shares its locationBoulder, Coloradowith the site of the Mazer Cup International, the annual mead competition. The meadery has placed in many awards competitions, including the 2006 International Mead Festival, the 2005 Colorado State Fair, and the 2004 Colorado Mountain Wine Festival. Founder David Myers opened Redstone back in 2000 and today runs it with his wife Madoka.Rabbit’s Foot Meadery: Sunnyvale, California is home to the Rabbit’s Foot, where you can sample a 7-year-old (-and-running) “Mead of Poetry.” Different types of honey produce different but equally delicious results, such as the “Melia” dessert mead made from orange blossom honey and the “Sweet Wildflower Honey Mead.” Unlike Redstone, you can’t order online at the Rabbit’s Foot, so you’ll have to stop by.Sky River Meadery: The Sultan, Washington-based Sky River Mead also offers the option to purchase its meads online. All of their meads are 14.99 a bottle, 85.44 for a half case of 6 bottles, or 161.89 for a full case of 12. However, you can choose from sweet, semi-sweet, dry, or raspberry honey varieties. The meadery invites you to come out and sample their wares, as well as to see their ever-growing medal collection.Jilbert Winery: Now operating for over a decade, the Jilbert winery makes a specialized type of mead known as honey wine. The meadery is located in Ohio and is family-run, making each bottle produced a special treasure. You can visit the winery, dine at their grill or dining room, and explore their bee yard. Just don’t get too close.