How should I store my honey?

Store your honey at room temperature in a dry place with the lid tightly sealed. There’s no need to refrigerate it — in fact, refrigeration speeds up crystallization. Kept properly, raw honey has an essentially indefinite shelf life.

My honey crystallized — is it still good?

Absolutely! Crystallization is completely natural and is actually a sign of real, raw honey. It happens when the natural glucose in honey forms crystals over time. To return it to liquid, simply place the jar in a bowl of warm water (not boiling) and stir occasionally. It will soften right back up. Never microwave raw honey — high heat destroys the beneficial enzymes and nutrients.

What does “raw” honey mean?

Raw honey is honey that has not been heated to high temperatures or ultrafiltered. This preserves all of the natural enzymes, antioxidants, vitamins, and pollen that make honey beneficial. Most store-bought honey is pasteurized (heated) and ultrafiltered, which removes pollen and many of the good stuff. Our honey goes straight from the hive to your jar with nothing added and nothing taken away.

Why does each apiary’s honey taste different?

Honey flavor and color depend on the wildflowers and plants the bees forage from. Since each of our apiaries is in a different location in Johnston County (and Wake County for Apiary3), the bees have access to different nectar sources. That’s why our Apiary2 in Clayton has buckwheat notes and darker color, while Apiary1 and Apiary3 are lighter and more floral. It’s also why each season’s harvest tastes a little different — nature decides!

Does local honey help with allergies?

Many of our customers swear by it! The idea is that consuming small amounts of local pollen through raw, unfiltered honey may help your body build a natural tolerance to local allergens over time. While scientific research is still ongoing, our honey is unfiltered and packed with local Johnston County pollen — which is exactly what people looking for allergy support want.

What does “chemical-free” mean for your hives?

We never use pesticides, miticides, or any synthetic chemicals inside our bee hives. Many conventional beekeepers use chemical treatments for pests like Varroa mites, which can leave residue in the wax and honey. We manage our hives using hands-on, traditional methods that keep our bees healthy without compromising the purity of the honey or wax.

Can I give honey to my baby?

No — honey should never be given to infants under 12 months of age due to the risk of infant botulism. This applies to all honey, including raw, pasteurized, and cooked. Read our full guide on honey and infant safety.

All three honeys are: Raw • Unfiltered • Unheated • Chemical-Free • Certified • NC State Fair Award-Winning • Produced & bottled by our family in Johnston County, NC

📦 How to Get Your Honey:

• Local Delivery — we deliver to Johnston County and surrounding areas
• Pickup — arrange pickup directly from our farm
• Shipping — we ship honey! Contact us for shipping details