A practical guide to how raw honey, bee pollen, and propolis support seasonal comfort. Every spring, we hear the same hopeful question in our tasting room:“Does local honey help with allergies?” The short answer is: Yes, but not for the reason most people think.And the longer answer — the one that actually helps people — […]
At Bee-Licious Honey, we’ve always said a little honey goes a long way. But did you know that includes your brain?Raw honey isn’t just sweet; it’s packed with natural compounds that help protect your mind from stress, fuel focus, and support long-term memory. Nature’s Antioxidant Shield The brain makes up only about 2% of the […]
Join us as we explore how bees taste, what Jeff learned in Italy, and which fall flowers keep our pollinators thriving Introduction This month’s newsletter is all about senses — how bees use them, how we use them, and how our gardens invite them. From Jeff’s time studying advanced honey sensory analysis in Italy to […]
Mad Honey: A Journey from Ancient Legend to Modern Elixir Imagine a honey so potent, it was fabled to have defeated an entire Roman army. A honey so rare, it’s harvested by fearless hunters scaling treacherous Himalayan cliffs. This isn’t just folklore—this is mad honey. Steeped in tradition and shrouded in mystery, mad honey is […]
Oregon Chicory Honey: Bold, Botanical, and Beautifully Oregon Oregon chicory honey is one of those rare treasures that connects landscape, history, and flavor all in one jar. From its brilliant blue blossoms to its bold herbal taste, chicory honey is a story of resilience—both in the plant itself and the beekeepers who capture its fleeting […]
Discover the rare Oregon honey with creamy vanilla and toasted-marshmallow notes. Tucked into Oregon’s lush Willamette Valley, a rare treat appears each spring—Meadowfoam honey. This golden nectar tastes like toasted marshmallow with a hint of vanilla, capturing the beauty of the Pacific Northwest in every spoonful. What Exactly Is Meadowfoam? Meadowfoam (Limnanthes alba) is a […]
