Honey is a beloved natural sweetener known for its health benefits, including antibacterial properties and a range of vitamins and minerals. However, when adding honey to water, it’s crucial to keep the water temperature below 70°C (158°F). Here's why:...
In a home garden setting, we feel it is completely unnecessary to use pesticides. They are usually a waste of money and pose risks we just aren't prepared to take. Many pesticides are extremely hazardous chemicals and we feel that there are far better ways we can deal with 'pests' in our gardens. In this blog, we'll outline the dangers, the alternatives and hopefully offer a more thoughtful take than “Something is eating my plants - they must die!”...
If you've ever been told not to use a metal spoon when scooping honey, you're not alone. This piece of advice has been passed down through generations, often without a clear explanation. Let's delve into this old wives' tale and uncover the truth behind using metal spoons with honey...
Stories about fake honey have been in the headlines several times over the last 5 years. In most cases the term 'fake honey' is used to describe small amounts of real honey that have been mixed with various other less expensive sugars and syrups. Not only are these syrups, such as corn or rice, much less expensive to produce, they are also much easier to produce than real honey...
In this blog we'll discuss ideas, tips and tricks to make sure your barbecue is a roaring success and we'll also share our new Best BBQ Honey Sauce recipe that you can use to coat various meats, add to burgers or dip potato wedges in! It's a lovely tangy tomato based recipe that's bursting with flavour that you can rustle up in next to no time...
A honeybee colony has three types of bee that we call drones, workers and queens. Typically a hive will contain a single queen and an average of around 50,000 workers, although worker numbers could be as low as 20,000 or even as many as 80,000! Drones usually only number in the hundreds, but can increase to a few thousand during the summer. There are several differences between these bees, not only in their physical appearance but also in their roles within the hive and the wider bee society....
We're buzzing with excitement to announce the return of ourTaste of Summer 2024campaign!
Back by popular demand, over the summer months, we'll be releasing 6 delicious Limited Edition honey flavours, each with a mouth-watering summer twist.
And the first flavour hits the shelves on 6th June 2024!...
Last year we posted the blog Edible Flowers you can use in your kitchen which was very popular amongst our more culinary adventurous and green-fingered customers. As we stated then, there are many flowers that we can use in our food - both for flavour and decoration, so we've decided to do a follow up with some more edible flowers. They are a fantastic way of adding a unique twist to many dishes and always cause a bit of a stir when served to unsuspecting guests! You'll find that “Can I eat this?” is a very common question!...
Welcome to a taste of royalty! Just Bee Honey is thrilled to introduce our latest premium product, Royal Honey. This isn’t just any honey—it’s a luxurious blend crafted to elevate your health and tantalise your taste buds. But what makes Royal Honey so special, and why should it earn a place in your daily wellness routine? Let’s dive in...
Royal Jelly, a nutritious substance produced by worker bees, is celebrated not only for its general health benefits but also for its particular advantages for women’s health. This natural superfood is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants1, making it an excellent addition to any wellness routine, especially for women. Let's explore how Royal Jelly can support overall health and specifically aid women’s health concerns.
Royal Jelly, often surrounded by a halo of mystery and extraordinary claims, is a true gift from nature that can enhance your wellness regimen. While it's important to separate fact from fiction, understanding the real benefits can help you appreciate why Royal Jelly might be a great addition to your diet. Here’s a closer look at some common myths and the scientific truths that make Royal Jelly worth considering...
In the quest for natural beauty solutions, Royal Jelly stands out as a potent superfood that does wonders not just within the hive but also on our skin. This remarkable substance, produced by worker bees to nourish their queens, is packed with nutrients that benefit human health and beauty in multiple ways. Let’s uncover how Royal Jelly can be your skin's best friend...
