Is the event age restricted?

Yes. This Paint and Sip is limited to guests age 21 and over due to the mead sampling.

How long is the session?

The full event runs two hours, with roughly forty-five minutes set aside for guided mead sampling and the remainder for painting.

Do I need experience painting?

No. All skill levels are welcome—materials and step-by-step instruction from the artist are provided.

What is included in the price?

Art materials, instruction, a framed finished piece to take home, and a mead sampling are included.

Is there parking or public transit nearby?

Expect easy walking access in downtown Williamsburg; check local parking options or plan a short rideshare if needed.

Can I buy bottles of mead after the tasting?

Yes. The meadery offers bottles and limited-release runs like Strawberry Swing when available—ask staff during the tasting.

Paint, Sip, and Taste: Summer Solstice Watercolor Night at Silver Hand Meadery in Williamsburg

Watercolor Paint and Sip at Silver Hand Meadery in Williamsburg, Virginia, is a two-hour evening that blends hands-on watercolor instruction with a curated mead tasting. Set inside the meadery's tasting room, the event celebrates Silver Hand’s tenth anniversary and the story of their first Strawberry Swing release, offering an intimate creative session led by local artist Linda Miller. The room fills with the warm, honeyed aroma of small-batch mead while attendees learn brush techniques, mixed-media accents, and composition basics that produce a framed piece to take home.

This Paint and Sip is approachable: no experience is required, materials and instruction are included, and groups are capped at twelve to keep the vibe relaxed and personal. The structured program reserves roughly forty-five minutes for guided mead sampling—enough time to taste award-winning varieties and hear a brief origin story of the meadery—followed by focused painting time where Linda guides color washes, layering, and finishing touches. The natural element on stage here is local honey: the floral notes and regional varietals in the meads reflect nearby apiaries and seasonal blooms, a tangible connection between craft beverage and landscape.

Why book this event? It’s a compact cultural deep-dive that pairs hands-on creativity with a tasting that traces local agricultural ties. For travelers who want to swap a standard brewery tour for something quieter, the paint-and-sip format turns a night out into a memento-making experience—your finished, framed watercolor becomes a more personal souvenir than a postcard. The limited attendance and expert instruction also make it a smart choice for couples, small groups, or visitors seeking a low-key evening that still feels distinctly Williamsburg.

Practical details: the event is limited to participants age 21 and over, lasts two hours, and includes all art materials, instruction, and a mead sampling. Expect easy walking to find the tasting room in downtown Williamsburg and bring a photo reference if you want to personalize your painting. Whether you're curious about mead’s role in Midsummer traditions or just want a relaxed creative night with locally produced honey wines, this Paint and Sip serves up hospitality and a polished keepsake in equal measure.

Beyond the evening itself, booking a session here supports local beekeepers and small-batch producers; Silver Hand’s tasting list highlights seasonal meads whose ingredients are tied to Virginia’s flower calendar. The meadery’s small group size makes it an excellent stop on a broader Williamsburg itinerary that might include colonial-era sites and nearby farms. If you attend, arrive fifteen minutes early to settle in, choose a seat near natural light if you plan to photograph your work, and arrange safe transportation since the tasting includes alcohol. Tickets sell out for releases like Strawberry Swing, so check availability through the referral link.

About Silver Hand Meadery

Silver Hand Meadery crafts immersive mead tasting experiences that connect guests to the history, flavors, and production of mead. Located in a region known for floral diversity, Silver Hand Meadery focuses on showcasing how different honeys and added ingredients shape mead's character. The meadery offers a signature 45-minute Mead and Honey Tasting — Bees for Beginners that guides visitors through multiple styles, from light traditional varietals to fruit- and spice-infused specialties.

Each tasting pairs clear explanations with guided sampling so guests taste contrasts between blossom-specific honeys and meads blended with fruit, spice, and even coffee. Presentations explain fermentation basics, honey sourcing, and tasting techniques that highlight aroma, sweetness, acidity, and finish. The experience is crafted for approachable education—ideal for first-time mead drinkers as well as enthusiasts curious about honey-driven flavor.

Silver Hand Meadery sources diverse honeys and highlights transparency in ingredient selection, allowing guests to connect flavor to origin. Safety, clarity, and hospitality underpin every session: clear timing, allergen notes, and tasting portions designed for a memorable yet manageable visit. The meadery also supports local beekeepers and interprets how environmental factors influence honey and mead profiles.

Visitors consistently report learning practical tasting skills and leaving with a greater appreciation for honey’s role in fermented beverages. Silver Hand Meadery positions itself as an accessible, trustworthy destination for anyone interested in culinary history, small-batch beverages, and the sensory experience of mead tasting.

Retail samples and curated bottle selections are available for purchase to continue the tasting experience at home.

Paint, Sip, and Taste: Summer Solstice Watercolor Night at Silver Hand Meadery in Williamsburg

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