HoneyBee Arrivals
Apple Berry Wildflower Raw Honey 22oz
Apple Berry Wildflower Raw Honey 22oz
Apple/Berries/Wildflower Raw Honey
Apple/Berries/Wildflower Raw Honey
Bee Pollen
Bee Pollen
Dandelion/Berries Raw Honey
Dandelion/Berries Raw Honey
Raw Honey Trio
Raw Honey Trio
Stone Fruit Raw Honey
Stone Fruit Raw Honey
Stone Fruit Raw Honey 22oz
Stone Fruit Raw Honey 22oz
Stone Fruit Raw Honey Pouch
Stone Fruit Raw Honey Pouch
Stone Fruit Raw Honey Pouches 5 Pack
Stone Fruit Raw Honey Pouches 5 Pack
Wildflower Raw Honey
Wildflower Raw Honey
Wildflower Raw Honey 22oz
Wildflower Raw Honey 22oz
Wildflower Raw Honey Pouch
Wildflower Raw Honey Pouch
Wildflower Raw Honey Pouches 5 Pack
Wildflower Raw Honey Pouches 5 Pack
ABOUT US
The HoneyBee Family
The beekeeping legacy began with the my grandfathers in the early 1950s in Pacific Beach, California, starting with a small number of beehives and gradually expanding through local swarm collection. The operation later relocated to east San Diego and expanded to farms in Central California and Colorado. Utilizing semi trucks, we transport honeybees nationwide to pollinate various crops, enhancing agricultural productivity by accessing abundant pollen and nectar filled fields. Over four decades, this collaboration with farmers has resulted in the creation of rare and unique honeys, all produced without heating or mixing, thereby preserving the distinct floral origins of the raw honey. Each jar of pure raw honey is sourced directly from our hives to your home. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, a portion of sales is reinvested back into the apiary to support healthy honeybee conservation. Thank you all for supporting our family apiary!
How We are Unique and Different
Hive to Home
The raw honey harvested from our family's apiary is a true testament to the wonders of nature's bounty. Unlike the mass-produced, heavily processed honeys found on grocery store shelves, our raw honey is never subjected to any artificial treatments or manipulations. It is collected straight from the hive, with the golden elixir flowing directly from the honeybees intricate honeycomb structures into your jar. This pure, unadulterated raw honey retains all of the complex, nuanced flavors and beneficial properties that the bees so painstakingly imbue into their nectar-derived creation. No pasteurization, no high-heat processing, no addition of sweeteners or fillers - just the perfect, unfiltered honey as the honeybees intended it to be. With its rich, velvety texture and subtly floral, slightly sweet taste, this pure raw honey is a delight for the senses and a bountiful gift straight from nature's own golden nectar.
Generations
4 generations, our family has traversed the open roads, crisscrossing the countryside in a fleet of semi-trucks full of honeybees. With each journey, we carry a precious cargo – the buzzing, winged pollinators that are essential to the health and vitality of our nation's crops. From the sun-kissed groves of citrus to the verdant orchards of stone fruit, from the sweeping fields of golden dandelions to the lush berry patches and vibrant wildflower meadows, our hardworking honeybees have pollinated it all. In the quiet moments between destinations, our family tends to these buzzing communities, ensuring the bees are thriving so they can continue their vital work of fertilizing the blooms that feed us all. The fruits of their labor – the pure, raw honey that flows golden nectar from our hives – is a testament to the dedication and expertise that has been passed down through the generations. With each jar of raw honey that reaches your table, you taste the essence of the land, the hard-won sweetness of our family's legacy of responsible, sustainable pollination. It is a flavor that links us all, from the remote fields to your very own home.
Local Raw Honey
Local Raw Honey harvested from our family's beehives is a true treasure trove of natural goodness. Unlike the heavily processed, filtered honeys found on supermarket shelves, this honey is pure and unaltered, allowing it to retain all of the incredible benefits bestowed by Mother Nature herself. As the bees diligently collect nectar from the vibrant wildflowers and blossoms throughout our rural countryside, they imbue the honey with a rich, complex flavor profile that is simply unmatched. Not only does this raw, unfiltered honey possess a luscious, silky texture and a warm, golden hue, but it is also brimming with a wealth of beneficial nutrients, enzymes, and antioxidants that can provide relief for seasonal allergy sufferers. By consuming this local honey, people are able to gently expose their bodies to the very pollen grains that once caused them distress, ultimately strengthening their immune systems and reducing uncomfortable allergy symptoms over time.
Honey Harvesting Before/After
Large-Scale Honey Bee Production in Action
In a vast open field, beekeepers in protective suits tend to rows of white beehive boxes, each bustling with honey bee activity. Surrounded by fields of yellow flowers, this large-scale honey production site showcases the scale and dedication involved in sustainable beekeeping practices. The landscape is alive with bees pollinating the crops, which contribute to the production of high-quality honey and support the ecosystem. The distant mountains and bright blue sky emphasize the connection between agriculture and nature in this essential work.
Beehive Inspection
A beekeeper carefully examines a honey-laden frame, covered in honey bees diligently working to produce and store honey. Wearing protective gear, the beekeeper inspects each cell of the honeycomb for quality and bee health. This close-up look highlights the intricacies of honey production, as the bees and their keeper collaborate to create a sustainable source of natural honey. The honeycomb, glistening with fresh honey, is a testament to the dedication and meticulous care required in large-scale beekeeping.
Farmers Markets
Experience the essence of nature with our pure, raw honey, harvested directly from our hives. Each jar embodies the rich flavors and natural sweetness crafted by our hardworking bees. Displayed alongside premium packaging and beeswax, this honey is carefully produced and minimally processed to preserve its nutrients, flavor, and natural health benefits. Our commitment to quality ensures that every jar is a genuine taste of our hives, bringing the finest honey directly to your table. Perfect for sweetening recipes or enjoying on its own, this honey is a true gift from nature.
What Real People are Saying
The stone fruit honey is one of a kind. This is truly craft honey from a 4th generation beekeeping family doing it right. The best!
- Owen Lysaught
Absolutely love this honey! The Stone Fruit and Citrus pouches are my go to, perfect to take on hikes.
- Mike Gillespie
The honey bee family honey I’ve been using for almost 10 years. I have used almost every product that they have come out with and have loved each and every single one.
- Lexy
The best honey I’ve ever tasted! I had no idea that honey could be so different! Changed my whole perspective on honey. My favorite is the wildflower!
- Lisa Byrnes
My new favorite honey!! I love the stone fruit! I use it in my tea every day! Thank you honeybee family for providing this golden nectar and taking sweet care of your honeybees.
- Ashley Maydin
I am in love with the honeybee family and every honey they have! Tasted all the honey at the farmers market and was so hard to choose! Right now I have apple berry wildflower and will be back to get the stone fruit. Delicious!!
- Ariana Marcano
