Lund University researchers Alejandra Vasquez and Tobias Olofsson have previously shown in lab experiments that 13 lactic acid bacteria found in the stomach of bees counteract antibiotic-resistant MSRA.

The bacteria also healed horses with persistent wounds and protected against bee colony collapse in separate studies.

Now, the two researchers have launched a mead drink made from honey and water, containing those same bacteria.

Going forward, the pair will study the possible health benefits of the ancient brew – drunk by the Vikings, among others – including the potential that the drink combats or prevents infections.

Watch a video from Reuters from the launch of the drink, Honey Hunter’s Elixir, and learn more.