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The popularity of honey in the US and around the world and the lack of testing standards in the US means that much of the honey for sale in the US is adulterated with sugar syrups and even toxic chemicals.  We test our honey every year and publish the results so you know our honey is pure and toxin free.

The warm weather that usually comes with spring signals the queen and the hive to ramp up activity in preparation for gathering nectar, though it can often be a risky season too, and a time when hives are lost if not managed properly. 

Tulip Poplar trees, also known as the fiddle tree or yellow poplar, are a majestic hardwood which dominates Appalachia. Nectar from their spectacular, tulip-shaped flowers results in a dark amber honey with deep, robust flavor.