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We certainly know that we wouldn’t be here if not for all of those that have come before us. What started many years ago as an obsession to try every beer and mead in existence has now led to an opportunity to come to the table with our own interpretation of what a mead can be. Playing most frequently in the dessert category, we are willing to push the boundaries at times and stretch past balance to bring out intense flavors and unique combinations in our products.

The name Pips is not only a nod to the seeds in fruits, but also to counting devices like the symbols on playing cards or the dots on a die. Though, most importantly, it is a nod to our son, Parker, who was born with special needs. Not knowing what his future holds, Pips will forever be a home to him as a family owned business.

We firmly believe in continuous improvement at Pips. We simply make what we enjoy drinking, and are beyond humbled when we can put a smile on even one other face as a result. That said, we actively seek out learning opportunities and always plan on listening to feedback from our customers. Every voice matters, for it is because of you that we are able to do what we love to do.

We thank you for your support and for joining us on this journey.

– Pips
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Tried on 13 Dec 2023 at 19:52

8.1/10 — Appearance 8 Aroma 8 Flavor 8 Texture 8 Overall 8.5
Bottle thanks to CJ. Pours a dark ruby orange with no head. The aroma is strawberry, honey, booze, wood. Thick, jammy, strawberry, honey, nice sweetness, enjoyed this.
Tried from Bottle on 02 Dec 2023 at 02:30

6.6/10 — Appearance 8 Aroma 6.5 Flavor 6.5 Texture 7 Overall 6
Sampled at Johnny's. Dark red yo black color, no head. Aroma is medicinal and very intense dark red and black forest fruit. Flavor is insanely intense thick black fruit juice. I have no other words than intense. A bit over the top imo.
Tried on 24 Nov 2023 at 20:00

8.2/10 — Appearance 6 Aroma 8 Flavor 9 Texture 8 Overall 9
Bottle at the Boise tasting, thanks to Jeremy. Pours deep purple. Blueberries, dark fruit, nutty, honey. Tasty
Tried from Bottle on 19 Nov 2023 at 04:04

7.9/10 — Appearance 6 Aroma 8 Flavor 8 Texture 8 Overall 8.5
Bottle at the Boise tasting, thanks to Jeremy. Pours deep purple. Blueberries, nutty, honey, Tasty
Tried from Bottle on 19 Nov 2023 at 03:59

7.2/10 — Appearance 6 Aroma 7 Flavor 7 Texture 8 Overall 8
Bottle at the Boise tasting, thanks to Jeremy. Pours dark purple. Dark red fruit, honey. Nice
Tried from Bottle on 19 Nov 2023 at 03:56

7.8/10 — Appearance 8 Aroma 8 Flavor 8 Texture 8 Overall 7
How: Bottle.
Where: MBCC 2023.
Appearance: Amber colour with no head.
Aroma: Honey, tart, fruit, pear.
Body: Medium body, flat carbonation.
Flavour: Honey, tart, fruit, pear.
Tried from Bottle on 06 Nov 2023 at 13:03

8.8/10 — Appearance 10 Aroma 6 Flavor 9.5 Texture 10 Overall 9.5
Thanks Virby44 for the bottle! Wineglass showing opaque venous purple.

The nose shows intense notes of bell pepper and cinnamon.

The palate is full bodied. Overwhelming concentrated but not overly sweet black currants throughout. Currants seem to go on forever with some baking spice notes on the end.
Tried from Bottle on 05 Nov 2023 at 11:52

9.6/10 — Appearance 10 Aroma 9 Flavor 10 Texture 10 Overall 9.5
Thanks Virby44 for the bottle! Taster showing a black center and blueberry rims.

The nose shows intense notes of roasted cashews with a background of ripe juicy blackberries and marshmallows.

The palate is full bodied, thick and slick. Intensely and juicy blueberry forward with light cashews in the background. More blueberries that seems to go on forever.
Tried from Bottle on 02 Nov 2023 at 03:14

9.4/10 — Appearance 10 Aroma 8.5 Flavor 9.5 Texture 10 Overall 9.5
Thanks Virby 44 for the bottle! Taster showing black center and very thin blueberry rims.

The nose shows intense notes of blueberries, pancake batter, and light walnuts.

The palate is full bodied. Baked blueberries forward and pancake batter in the background with notes of cinnamon.
Tried from Bottle on 01 Nov 2023 at 03:16