Raw Honey Reviews

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Dancing Bees Farm Pure Raw Honey Review
I’ve been fortunate to pick up some local North Carolina Honey this week, I came across Dancing Bees Farm Pure Raw Honey at a local neighborhood market in Charlotte, NC.

It was just under $5 for an 8oz squeeze top bottle. Find out what I thought of Dancing Bee’s Pure Raw Honey below.
- Honey – Wildflower, Clover, Poplar Tulip.
- Flavor – Sweet, Floral, Low Acidity, Bright.
- Aroma – Floral with that lovely nuttiness of wood.
- Color – Golden Amber, what everyone expects.
- Texture – Smooth, Silky, Slight tingle in throat.
Dancing Bees Farm Pure Raw Honey

” As Natural as can Bee”
-Dancing Bees Farm

Dancing Bees Farm is based out of Monroe, North Carolina. Jeff, the owner, has been beekeeping since 2001. He owns a 36-acre farm that is home to Tulip Poplar Trees, Buttercups and Sweet Clover.

If you’ve never tried Tulip Poplar Honey, it’s really delicious, I recommend it.

They have lots of rescued pets and strive to create a farm that preserves the importance of the Honeybee.

If you’re local to the suburbs of Charlotte, NC you’ve likely seen this brand at Farmer’s Markets in surrounding areas.

Available Products

Wildflower Honey in 4 squeeze-top sizes: 8oz, 16oz, 24oz and 32oz. Honey Gallon (12lbs) Comb Honey, Beeswax lotion, Honey Wine Vinegar, and Blueberry Wine Vinegar 10oz and Beeswax Candles.

Oh and, Sourwood?

Yes, they have a limited supply they sell at their Matthews Farmers Market location which runs any Saturday, 8am-noon.

As usual local beekeepers are very apparent about their location and contact information and you can find all of Jeff and Robin Knights information listed clearly on their labels, website and alternative search methods.

If you haven’t been able to try North Carolina’s exclusive sourwood Honey, I highly recommend it.

I Love the Squeeze tops

I know, It’s plastic. But I find them less messy, and so convenient. They’re also used in my Great Value Organic Honey Review, and I was pleased to see that Dancing Bees Farm uses them as well.

However, I don’t mind plastic as much since I know it’s not sitting in a truck being delivered internationally or even across the us where the Honey is subject to extreme temperatures.

I’m appreciative of clear manufacturing and processing procedures.

Dancing Bees has an entire page dedicated to it. It’s not only really important to educate people about what happens when Honey is treated and what terms like pasteurized and filtered actually mean.

You can learn about this on Dancing Bees’ page but also be assured that they do everything they can to keep their product local.

You can opt to pick up their products through their Farmers Markets in Matthews, NC or Waxhaw, NC or they will ship them.

Dancing Bees Farm Pure Raw Honey
The Honey Review
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Review Summary
Dancing Bees does a great job to get their Honey to available markets at an affordable price with a broad range of products.
They are active in their local community where you can find them at Waxhaw and Matthews, NC Farmers Markets on Saturdays.

Wildflower is the common honey, and while theirs is good, It’s typically a familiar flavor.
I used this Honey in my Americano and it was fantastic. It has a very light floral profile that almost anyone will enjoy.

I can’t wait to try their Sourwood Honey. There are a handful of local Charlotte area Beekeepers with Honey and Dancing Bees was one I’ve had before but never broke down and analyzed the Honey itself and Company. Definitely would buy again.
4.2
June 16, 2022
Wedderspoon Organic Manuka Honey Lemon Drops Review
Are you looking for a great way to fight off a cold or sore throat? Wedderspoon Organic Manuka Honey Lemon Drops may be the answer for you. Made with 100% organic manuka honey and natural lemon flavor, these drops are a great way to soothe your throat and help improve your immune system. Read on for my review of these drops.
- Honey – Manuka
- Color – Nutty Brown, Slight Caramel
- Aroma – Subtle Nut and Citrus
- Flavor – Deep flavor profile with subtle lemon and eucalyptus notes
- Texture – Not hard like typical drops, almost like a taffy or caramel candy.
Wedderspoon

If you’re looking for a natural way to boost your energy and mood, check out Wedderspoon. This company produces a variety of raw honey products that are perfect for those living a holistic lifestyle. Wedderspoon honey is sourced from hives in New Zealand, and it is never heated or filtered.

Which means that it retains all of its natural nutrients and enzymes. In addition to being a delicious addition to your diet, raw honey has plenty of health benefits. It can help to soothe a sore throat, improve digestion, and even promote wound healing.

I tried out these drops recently when I was feeling under the weather. What a relief that they really did help me feel better. My throat had a nice coating that wasn’t dry, acidic or too sweet. The honey provides sweetness and the lemon provides a nice tart flavor that helps to balance them without being too overpowering. I also utilized Zest Tea to get me through my fatigued work days.

The drops are also really easy to take. Fortunately, I found that they didn’t leave me feeling with that overpowering film and sweetness like some other throat lozenges do.

New Zealand’s exclusive Manuka honey is a type of honey that is produced by bees that pollinate the manuka bush. The unique thing about manuka honey is that it contains high levels of a compound called Methylglyoxal (MGO).

This compound has powerful antibacterial properties, and studies have shown that it can kill a range of harmful bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori).

A Little About Manuka Honey

Manuka Bush

Did you know Manuka honey also has anti-inflammatory properties? Manuka honey has been used to treat a variety of skin conditions, such as acne and eczema. In addition, manuka honey has antioxidant properties, which means it can help to protect the body against damage from free radicals. So, if you’re looking for a natural way to boost your health, then manuka honey might be just what you need.

What Is Propolis?

Propolis is used as a glue to seal hive bodies

Honeybees produce propolis, which is a natural substance that is collected by bees from the buds of trees and used to repair and disinfect their hive.

Propolis is also known for its healing properties and has been used medicinally for centuries. Some of the health benefits of propolis include its ability to fight infections, reduce inflammation, heal wounds, and boost immunity.

Additionally, propolis has anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. You can also benefit from antioxidants, and improve cognitive function.

Commonly, propolis is a powerful natural remedy with a wide range of health benefits.

Overall, I would definitely recommend Wedderspoon Organic Manuka Honey Lemon Drops to anyone looking for a way to fight off a cold or sore throat. Just make sure you don’t have any allergies to Honey or Propolis.

Wedderspoon Organic Manuka Honey Lemon Drops
The Honey Review
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Summary
A 4oz Bag cost $8.54 on Amazon. They are rather expensive compared to your Halls or other lozenges. But those don’t incorporate Propolis or Manuka. For the rare times I get sick, I think these are a great solution and would happily take them again or try other flavors.
3.2
June 4, 2022
Zest Tea Review

The world is changing, and so are people’s drinking habits. Tea has been a staple of society for centuries now with caffeine being one way to get your day started – but what about when you need an extra boost? If handling stress or staying awake at work seems impossible without another cup in hand, there’re other options available! Zest tea offers 150mgs per serving (about 50% more than traditional teas) which will give anyone the energy they deserve.

Zest Tea – High Energy Tea

I remember working 3 jobs and using those 5-hour energy drinks, then getting about 4-5 hours of sleep then opening a Starbucks to then be surrounded by even more Caffeine. I’m always chasing caffeine to focus and stay energetic. I needed help in kicking the bad habits of unhealthy consumption of various sources of Caffeine, like sodas and candy. I remember finding Zest Tea in 2018 when I was in Pittsburgh. Zest is based out of Baltimore, Maryland so I felt like being as close to them as I was, I had to support them and give them a try.

Besides there aren’t many companies that offer what Zest does with their Teas and Beverages.

Over the course of two months, I ended up buying all their tea blends. At that time, they had just four flavors; Earl Grey Tea blend with hints citrus flavor in it similar to what you would get from an orange or lemon but not too strong so it’s refreshing and there’s also 100mg L-Theanine which helps prevent crashes when drinking caffeine overnight while sleeping soundly through any morning alarms because this ingredient has calming properties as well, making them perfect before starting work.

Expansive Product Line

You can now enjoy a refreshing drink that’s packed with nutrients and has the perfect amount of caffeine for your needs. Sparkling Teas, Loose Leaf Tea Bags as well as CBD-based teas come in many flavors so there is something to suit everyone! They’re great whether you want carbonation or not; we even have an easy method on how they filter out all those extra calories found naturally present within sparkling water without sacrificing any flavor whatsoever.

The flavor is rather mild, but the tea has a full-bodied feel. I’ve only tried it once before when they first launched and didn’t care much for that particular type then either; however, after trying their newest flavors with more robust tastes (like Sparkling Tea), this one seems to grow on you quickly!

I’m usually able to get about 3 cups per Tea Bag. You typically get about 15-20 sachets for $9.95 or up to $12 depending on where you purchase from. They are commonly available at Walmart, Amazon or directly from Zest. I find them to be cost effective compared to Tea brands like Traditional Medicinal or Yogi. Needless to say, I love my Teas. It’s pretty incredible that I get 2 cups and maybe even 3 with 1 Tea Bag of Zest. If it was others, I’d need to pony up for 2 Sachets per cup.

My typical cup consists of either Blue Lady, Apple Cinnamon, or Pomegranate Mojito with 1 tablespoon of Honey and a little Stevia. Remember if you’re buying local Honey and adding it to hot tea, you’re stripping the nutritional benefits of buying local. I recommend buying store bought commercial Honey for Hot Tea. Otherwise, you can wait until your Tea isn’t boiling past 130 degrees and you might not kill the beneficial nutrients. I’m not that patient.

Where to Purchase

If you buy directly from Zest, you can score free shipping on $40 purchases, plus use my discount for $10 off!

You can check out their CBD Tea for $29.95 with 20 Tea Bags. Keep in mind this is direct from them which you get free shipping on orders over $40.

Give Zest Tea a try. This is my go-to Caffeinated Tea with my favorite blends of Honey. Learn more about which Honey products are my favorite in my Honey Reviews, and be sure to check back for new products I’ll be trying out.

April 10, 2022