Redwall Beverages

In the Redwall series, characters are known to drink a variety of ciders, cordials, teas, ales, wines, and beers.

Although woodlanders and vermin occasionally experience effects after drinking beverages in Redwall, these effects cannot necessarily be attributed to alcohol. In Ask Brian, Volume 4 on Redwall.org, Brian Jacques expressly stated that beverages in the Redwall series do not contain the substance. However it should be noted that years later, in Doomwyte, a character brewed a mead that became "strong" after fermenting over 10 seasons, and other characters who drank it described themselves as "drunken."

Additionally, in The Rogue Crew, a corsair observes that Razzid Wearat disapproves of "rotten drunk" sailors and vermin are described as "drunken" after consuming grog. Drogbuk Wiltud is infamous for his penchant for strong beverages and is repeatedly described as "drunk", having been kicked out of Redwall for drinking too much.

Redwall Abbey Beverages

Beverages at Redwall Abbey are primarily brewed by a Cellarmaster, usually a hedgehog, although the position holder has been known to be a mole or an otter.

Strawberry Cordial

Strawberry Cordial, also sometimes called Strawberry Fizz, is strawberry-flavored drink mentioned in almost all Redwall books. It is a favorite among Dibbuns because of its sweet flavor and fizzy consistency. Strawberry Cordial must be strained before being served in order to maintain its clear, slightly colored aspect. It is usually served very cold.

This beverage is a staple at every feast, especially Nameday. In Taggerung, it was served to "Lord and Lady Strawberry", the winners of the Wall Race.

October Ale

October Ale, also called October Nutbrown Ale, is characterized by its dark brown color and generous foam. It is kept in barrels, and requires much attention, regular tapping, and frequent tasting. It's been a staple beverage in the Mossflower Woods region for generations, even prior to the construction of Redwall Abbey, when Kotir existed and Verdauga Greeneyes still ruled over the land.

As its name indicates, October Ale is squeezed, brewed, and fermented during the autumn. Its brewing is the pride and guarded secret of the Abbey Cellarkeepers. The Spike and Quill families in particular have reputed expertise in crafting this beloved beverage.

October Ale is present at all meals, all times, and all occasions, but it is especially favored during Great Feasts and Namedays. It is the object of many songs and ballads and is particularly appreciated with cheese.

A recipe for non-alcoholic October Ale appears in The Redwall Cookbook, and was made by the Redwall Wiki.

Buttercup 'n' Honey Cordial

Buttercup 'n' Honey Cordial is a sweet drink made by Gabriel Quill. Its bubbly consistency makes it a favorite among Dibbuns.

Cup o' Cheer

Cup o' Cheer, featured only in Pearls of Lutra, is an extremely fizzy wine with a very sweet flavor. It was brewed and invented by Ambrose Spike during the Winter of the Deepest Snow. It was made of rhubarb harvested shortly before the snow fell and mixed with honey.

One of the Tears of all Oceans was hidden by Fermald the Ancient in a firkin of Cup o' Cheer.

Nutbrown Beer

Nutbrown Beer is a nutty beer quite popular among Redwallers. Basil Stag Hare and Ambrose Spike were known to get tipsy drinking it.

Apple Cider

Apple Cider is generally drunk hot in the winter.

Mint Tea

Mint tea is a popular beverage, usually served at a cooler temperature.

Mossflower Woods Beverages

Dandelion and Burdock Cordial

Dandelion and Burdock Cordial was brewed by Uncle Blunn at the Lingl-Dubbo Cave. Dandelion and Burdock is a real traditional British drink that has been consumed since the Middle Ages. In the modern era, it's a carbonated soda.

The drink appears in Outcast of Redwall, The Long Patrol, Taggerung, Doomwyte.

Shrew Beer

Shrew Beer, also known as shrewbeer, is a beverage brewed by the Guosim. It is often enjoyed with cheese and shrewbread.

Witherspyk Waterporter

This drink was brewed by Oakheart Witherspyk.

Vermin Beverages

Seaweed Grog

Seaweed Grog is a potent beverage traditionally favored by searats and corsair vermin. Most woodlanders find the taste extremely unappealing.

Various names for types of grog include Shark's Tooth, Scorpion Sting, Old Turtlebeak, Strong Addersting, Blistery Barnacle, and Olde Lobsterclaw.