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September 16, 2020Gene FlemingLocal honey!
January 20, 2023Martha Grahamspectacular honey from very kind friendly people.
September 16, 2020 - David Kensek
I found this place online on Friday evening and was able to “schedule” a time to show up for a short tour the next day. Ward is extremely welcoming not... read more
August 1, 2021Amanda KimeHoney is not something I enjoy — it’s something I was forced to eat to help with allergies or a sore throat… I would consume it only with tea and... read more
July 9, 2024Renee CarrollMy experience with Brighton Honey was amazing. The education I received from the owner prior to my purchase was awesome. I received my order and it was well... read more
September 16, 2020 - peg
Great honey, Chapstick, and honeycomb! Wonderful people😉
September 16, 2020Alejandro PerezBrighton Honey has adorable, simple packaging with delicious honey inside. My three kids have had sore throats from colds and are delighted to have a little of Brighton Honey... read more
January 25, 2023Willie GirtenFantastic honey and wonderful people.
September 16, 2020 - Steve Gilbert
Very friendly staff and great honey.
November 14, 2023Matt IngrassioWas lead to this local upstate New York honey maker by word of mouth from a friend. I’m a novice honey connoisseur; well maybe more like collector; but regardless I... read more
October 3, 2022Jenna CareyWard is a bee SAVIOR! He came to the golf course I work at and rather than exterminating a giant swarm of honeybees he tricked them into a box and... read more
September 16, 2021 - Nathan Gellatly
Incredible honey. Very deep, rich flavor. Fantastic service. Great guy. Best in the area. Buy your honey here!
November 19, 2022Linda CochraneThe health benefits of raw honey is one reason that we buy our honey from Brighton honey. Honestly if it had no health benefit at all we would still... read more
December 23, 2022Lou D'AlessioThe honey was fantastic customer service was phenomenal if your looking to purchase pure honey from a reputable company this is the best around
December 18, 2023 - Kenneth Barnett
Whenever I visit Rochester or pass by along the thruway I always make time to visit and buy some honey. The honey is amazing and Ward is brilliant. Ward... read more
January 29, 2023Edmond TanBought some honey today to see if it would help with my seasonal allergies. Ward was very kind and knowledgeable, which allowed for a smooth transaction. The honey was incredibly... read more
March 25, 2022Rory GriffinBrighton Honey is delicious, they say the best health benefits comes from honey that is sourced locally in your area. I am so excited that I have Ward in my... read more
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If you are looking for honey in the Hudson Valley please visit my brother's site West Nyack Honey
Some Interesting Honey Facts
Honey is a natural plant product gathered by bees and is:
- Naturally vegan
- Naturally kosher
- A near-zero carbon footprint source of concentrated energy!
- What is honey?What is honey? Honey is concentrated flower nectar that has been processed by bees. The bees ingest the nectar and enzymes break down complex sugars into simple sugars. The bees then place the honey in wax cells and fan it with their wings to remove the excess moisture. Honey is 80% natural sugar, mostly fructose, and glucose. Honey is much sweeter than table sugar.
- What is local honey?
Local honey can be considered local to the region where the nectar is gathered and its source. The region is based on geography along with the tree cover and wildflower mix. Most of the nectar in the spring is from trees while the fall honey is from fall wildflowers.
- Will honey help my cough?
Will honey help my cough? Yes! Honey is a long-trusted remedy for temporary relief from coughing. Honey has also been shown to be more effective in treating children’s coughs than over the counter cough medicines.
- How many calories in honey?
How many calories in honey? Each tablespoon of honey contains about 60 calories. Honey has a healthy glycemic index (GI) because its simple sugars are gradually absorbed into the bloodstream. It may be better than some other sweeteners for those who need to watch their sugar intake.
- What is raw honey?
Raw honey is honey that is taken directly from the hive without heat stabilization or additives. Raw honey will naturally crystallize over time.
- What is Honeycomb?
A honeycomb is a structure of a hexagonal lattice of cells made from wax that honeybees use for honey storage and brood rearing. Honeycomb is a delicacy and is honey that is sealed in beeswax cells is the purest form of raw honey. The wax has little or no nutritional value and will pass through our gut without issue. For more information: Wikipedia link
Raw Cut Honeycomb; Raw Comb Honey Spring Light
For millennia, humans have been consuming honey. During the early days of hominids, honey was the primary source of concentrated energy. In ancient civilizations, honey was a highly prized and luxurious gift. Honey has been utilized for medicinal purposes, trade, fermentation for beverages, and as a natural sweetener for tea. Beekeepers, who manage an apiary, are unique farmers who cultivate honey as a crop. Beekeeping is the process of providing a safe and secure habitat for bees which in turn saves them energy and allows for the harvesting of honey for human consumption. This practice has been around for centuries and is one of the most important agricultural practices.
Natural Honey is a highly concentrated solution of sugars from flower nectar or a solution that has reached supersaturation. The complex flavors of local honey are a unique combination of the flora within a geographic location and the influences of climate and soil. Flower nectar is the treat or payment to bees provided by plants in trade for pollination. Honeybees drive off the water concentrating the nectar which accomplishes two major objectives saving space and naturally creating a substance that protects the sugars from spoiling.
Humans have been gathering and using honey for over 10,000 years. It was even discovered in the tomb of King Tutankhamun. The ancient Egyptians were well aware of honey's medicinal properties and produced mead, a fermented alcoholic beverage made from honey. Even today, honey is used as a medicine and many believe it has health benefits, including treating allergies, wounds, burns, and having antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. Honey is not only delicious and nutritious but also a natural product with multiple uses beyond eating it out of the jar. It can be used as a sweetener in recipes or beverages, as an ingredient in DIY beauty products, or added to your skincare routine. You can even use it around the house as a cleaning agent or household remedy.
Being nice to all bees is crucial for their well-being and the health of our planet. Here are a few ways to show kindness to bees: 1. Plant bee-friendly flowers and plants: Create a bee-friendly garden by growing a variety of nectar and pollen-rich flowers. Bees rely on these floral resources for their survival and pollination. 2. Avoid using pesticides: Many pesticides are harmful to bees and can contribute to their decline. Opt for natural pest control methods or use organic alternatives that are safe for bees. 3. Provide water sources: Bees need water for hydration. Create bee-friendly water sources like shallow dishes or birdbaths with floating objects for bees to land on and drink safely. 4. Build bee houses or nests: Some bee species, like solitary bees, require nesting sites. You can construct bee houses using materials like bamboo or drilled wooden blocks to provide shelter for these bees. 5. Educate others: Spread awareness about the importance of bees and their declining populations. Encourage others to be kind to bees and take action to protect them. Remember, by being nice to bees, you are not only helping them but also playing a vital role in maintaining biodiversity and ensuring the pollination of many plants that we rely on for our food and ecosystems.
Unlike other bee-like insects, honeybees are vegetarians and don’t like to be around humans. The only reason honeybees may be interested in you is they smell something sweet perhaps perfume or conditioner. Never swat at bees. If you ever see a clump of bees please make a beekeeper happy and give them a call and let them rescue the bees.