B. Nektar Punk Lemonade 4Pk

B. Nektar Punk Lemonade 4Pk is a 6.3% ABV raspberry-and-lemon cyser from B. Nektar Meadery in Michigan, sold as a four-pack of 12 oz cans. Produced by the largest meadery in the United States, this honey-apple mead hybrid has earned a strong 3.9 out of 5 rating on Untappd from nearly 8,700 user reviews, reflecting its popularity among craft drinkers who gravitate toward fruit-forward, sessionable meads.

Quick Facts: ABV: 6.3%  |  Origin: Michigan, USA  |  Style: Cyser (Apple-Honey Mead with Raspberry & Lemon)  |  Producer: B. Nektar Meadery

Production & Heritage

B. Nektar Meadery, based in Ferndale, Michigan, holds the distinction of being the largest meadery in the country and was the first meadery to earn a spot on RateBeer.com's top 100 best breweries in the world. Punk Lemonade is classified as a cyser — a mead subcategory that blends honey with apple cider as its fermentable base, rather than relying on grape or grain. Raspberry and lemon are added to the cider-honey blend, producing a drink that bridges the gap between craft cider, mead, and fruit beer while belonging squarely to none of those categories.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Freshly crushed raspberries dominate the nose, followed by bright lemon peel and a subtle honeyed undertone. The aromatics are immediate and inviting once the can is cracked.

Taste: The entry is sweet and punchy, recalling sweet tarts and ripe raspberries mashed together. At mid-palate, a mildly tart apple and lemon character emerges, balancing the initial sweetness with clean acidity. The body lands at a medium weight, delivering a full mouthfeel that keeps the sweetness in check with firm tartness.

Finish: As the raspberry intensity fades, clean lemon flavor takes the lead and carries through to a crisp, dry-leaning close. A faint earthy, herbal quality lingers underneath, adding complexity to what could otherwise read as a straightforward fruit drink.

How to Drink Punk Lemonade

Punk Lemonade is best served cold — straight from the can or poured over ice to let the vibrant pink color and lively carbonation shine. It also works well as a base or modifier in cocktails. A Mead Shandy blends it with a light wheat beer for a low-ABV summer drink. A Raspberry Lemon Spritz combines it with a splash of elderflower liqueur and sparkling water for an effervescent aperitif. A Punk Paloma substitutes Punk Lemonade for grapefruit soda alongside tequila blanco, adding berry depth and honey sweetness to the template.

Best For

• Backyard barbecues and outdoor warm-weather sessions
• Introducing mead to friends who favor hard ciders or fruit beers
• Pairing with brunch dishes that call for something tart and refreshing
• Gifting to a craft beverage enthusiast exploring beyond beer and wine

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Punk Lemonade taste like? Punk Lemonade delivers a sweet-tart profile dominated by raspberry and lemon, with an underlying apple and honey character from its cyser base. The finish is crisp and lemon-forward with a subtle earthy note.

How does Punk Lemonade compare to Angry Orchard? Angry Orchard is a straightforward hard apple cider, while Punk Lemonade is a cyser — a honey-fermented apple mead — with added raspberry and lemon, giving it a distinctly sweeter, more berry-forward profile. The mead base also lends Punk Lemonade a rounder body and a subtle honeyed depth that conventional hard ciders lack.

Is Punk Lemonade good for cider and beer drinkers? At 6.3% ABV with bright fruit flavors and moderate carbonation, Punk Lemonade is highly approachable for anyone who enjoys hard ciders, fruit ales, or flavored seltzers. Its sweetness and tartness balance in a way that appeals to drinkers who typically avoid dry or bitter beverages.

Where is Punk Lemonade made? Punk Lemonade is produced by B. Nektar Meadery in Ferndale, Michigan. B. Nektar is recognized as the largest meadery in the United States and distributes across much of the country.

What foods pair well with Punk Lemonade? Grilled chicken or shrimp skewers complement the berry tartness nicely. Soft goat cheese with crackers echoes the tangy acidity. Lemon bars or raspberry tarts create a harmonious dessert pairing. Thai green papaya salad matches the sweet-tart intensity, and smoked pulled pork benefits from the lemon-raspberry contrast cutting through the richness.

What sizes does Punk Lemonade come in? Punk Lemonade is commonly available as a four-pack of 12 oz cans, which is the standard retail format for this expression.

Is Punk Lemonade worth the price? Punk Lemonade positions as a craft-tier mead priced in line with premium hard ciders and specialty fruit ales. Given B. Nektar's reputation as the nation's leading meadery and the drink's layered flavor profile, it delivers solid value within that segment.

Why Punk Lemonade?

Punk Lemonade stands apart because it is a genuine cyser — not a flavored cider or a malt beverage dressed up with fruit — produced by the largest and one of the most respected meaderies in the country. The combination of honey-fermented apple base with raspberry and lemon creates a flavor profile that has no direct analog in the cider or beer aisle. Its consistent 3.9 out of 5 Untappd rating across thousands of reviews signals broad appeal among discerning craft drinkers. For anyone looking to explore mead without committing to the heavier, sweeter styles that define much of the category, Punk Lemonade serves as a sessionable, modern entry point with legitimate craft credentials behind it.