NECTAR
OF THE
NORTH.
Welcome to Pioneer Meadery, Mackay's first commercially registered meadery! We craft small-batch, barrel-aged honey wines, each with a unique flavor profile reflecting the natural beauty of the Pioneer region.
Since opening in late 2023, we've been dedicated to bringing you exceptional meads, patiently aged to perfection. Discover a symphony of flavors in every sip, whether you're a seasoned mead lover or a curious newcomer.
Enjoy our meads as a sipper, paired with your favorite dishes, or experiment to find your perfect mead moment. Served chilled, over ice, or at room temperature - savor the flavors of the region!
HOW TO ENJOY OUR HONEY MEAD...
As a sipper:
Savour it neat, chilled,
or over ice
WITH FOOD:
Pair it with your favourite cheeses, desserts, or holiday dishes
YOUR WAY:
Experiment and discover your perfect mead moment!
FIND
YOUR
PERFECT
MEAD.
Order online or shop at our local Mackay city or MT Pleasant Dan Murphy stores
Explore our range of handcrafted honey wines and discover your perfect mead moment. We have meads for all palates and perfect for any occasion.
Christmas Pudding
The taste of Christmas in a bottle.
STRAWBERRY
Bursting with fruity sweetness.
Traditional Sweet
A classic honey taste, smooth and satisfying.
Banana Brandy
A tropical twist, unexpectedly delicious
Awards and Recognition
We are thrilled to share that Pioneer Meadery has been honoured with prestigious accolades at the recent Australia-wide Commercial Mead Competition in November 2025. Our dedication to crafting exceptional meads was recognised with a Silver Award for our Sweet Traditional and a Gold Award for our Christmas Pudding, both in their respective classes.
These achievements reflect our commitment to quality and the unique flavours we strive to create in every batch. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our supporters, and we look forward to continuing to produce meads that inspire and delight. Cheers to more delicious adventures ahead!
A little about us
Pioneer Meadery is founded by Trevor and Jo, located in Mackay, North Queensland. Our name pays homage to the Pioneer River and Valley, the source of our natural ingredients.
We're passionate about crafting exceptional meads using locally sourced honey and organic fruits. Our micro-batching approach (225L) ensures unique flavor profiles influenced by the barrels in which they age. Once a barrel is bottled, that particular mead will never be replicated!
We are also excited about our ambitious goal of opening a Cellar Door hopefully sometime in 2026, where you’ll be able to sample all of our meads under one roof. This will provide everyone with the opportunity to discover flavors they may have never experienced before.
