Raw honey is honey that is never processed, heated or filtered. It is taken directly from the hive and either eaten or bottled for later consumption.

If you have never tasted raw honey, it is difficult to explain the flavor. Raw honey is nothing like the processed or pasturized store bought varieties of honey. There is really no comparison.

There are so many opinions on the health benefits of raw honey. Some of these claims have been in fact supported through research, others have not. It is interesting to point out that many of the benefit claims passed down through the generations are being validated by modern science and research. While you may find disagreement on the exact benefits of raw honey, I don't think you will find anyone who disagrees with the fact that raw honey is a healthy and beneficial food item.

Whether raw honey will cure your cough, ease your allergies, give you an energy boost or cure some other ailment you have is between you and your doctor.

It is interesting to note that honey (raw honey) is referenced many times in the Bible. Honey is used in the Bible as a way of describing very nice places - "...A land flowing with milk and honey.”

The fact that the bee produces an abundance of honey (more than the hive needs) is also strong evidence that raw honey was intended to be consumed and enjoyed by mankind.

Honey is made from the pollen and nectar of flowers which influences the flavor of the honey. The raw honey will take on a unique flavor and characteristic depending on the pollen used to make the honey.

One of the more popular honey varieties available today is Sourwood Honey. Sourwood honey is produced from the Sourwood Tree and is a light color.

It is important to find a good quality source of raw honey that is harvested using organic principals and processes. Good sources of this include:

Golden Valley Honey
Spring Hill Merchant
Carolina Honey

Our favorite varieties include:

Sourwood Honey
Tulip Poplar Honey
Wildflower Honey