If you’re here, you’re probably not interested in honey that’s been filtered, heated, and stripped of its natural goodness. You want the real deal: raw & unfiltered honey that’s as close to nature as possible. When it comes to Local Hive Honey, the benefits go way beyond its golden, deliciou...

Don’t let cooking with spice scare you. You can handle the heat. @sarah_licious_eats has this honey hack all figured out to help you balance that sweet & heat to perfection. In her recipe, tender shrimp are covered with sriracha sauce, spices, and Local Hive Honey for an unbeatable sweet-...

Butter is practically a food group during the holidays. This year, give your butter a festive flair with this honey cinnamon butter recipe from @feastytravels.  Sweetened with Local Hive Honey and spiced with cinnamon, it’s the perfect indulgence to spread on holiday pancakes, pastries, breads...

Peanut butter and chocolate are a perfect combo. Peanut butter and honey are a perfect combo. So, logically, peanut butter, chocolate, and honey cookies may just blow your mind. It’s science.  If you don’t see these cookies everywhere during the holidays, something is terribly wrong, and you n...

It’s bubbly.  It’s sweet. It’s fruity. It’s French. There’s so much about this classic cocktail that makes it perfect for the holidays.  With this recipe from @thesugarandsaltco, the French 75 is getting a sweet twist. Instead of simple syrup made with sugar, use honey and add fresh ginger and...

Nothing warms you in winter like a Hot Toddy. The traditional recipe calls for whiskey, but this is an herb-y version made with gin and fresh thyme sprigs.   Of course, both use honey to sweeten the drink, hot water, and lemon for a little zing.   @lizdean chose Local Hive Honey in our Washi...

Can you smell it? Cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger…that’s the telltale scent of a holiday fave: gingerbread.  While gingerbread houses are being built and gingerbread men are being decorated in kitchens everywhere right now, @sokoskitchen offers a fresh take on this holiday must-bake. Gingerbread blo...

You can’t go wrong with a cookie that’s as fun to say as it is to eat.   Did you know Snickerdoodles are one of the most popular holiday cookies? A cousin to the classic sugar cookie, they’re made with cream of tartar, which gives these cookies a lighter, fluffier texture. You can spot a Snickerd...

If there were ever a time to make this recipe, it’s now. During the holidays, we all get a little fancy. We deck our halls with fancy decorations. We dress in fancy holiday outfits. And, yes, we make fancy appetizers.    The great thing about this recipe is that, with a few simple tricks, you can...

There seems to be a love/hate thing going on with Brussels sprouts. Around here, we’re on the side of love. So get out your roasting pans becausesarah_licious_eats is giving us a recipe that rivals any foodie restaurant – and may even convert a few haters.  This recipe has it all: it’s sweet, spi...

Get your measuring spoons out – it’s time to make tacos al pastor. These traditional Mexican pork tacos deliver a sweet and spicy punch with layers of flavors from a ton of dry spices, bold guajillo chilies, and fresh pineapple.  Of course, we’ve put a Local Hive spin on this recipe. Our new Chip...

Here's our take on a Tequila Sour. We call it the Sweet n' Sour, because it's sweetened with homemade honey syrup. Honey syrup is just like simple syrup, but it gets extra floral flavor from the unique floral notes in each honey.  For this recipe, we're featuring new Organic Hive Honey​. With a r...

    We're proud to introduce a brand-new honey unlike anything else from Local Hive: Organic Hive Honey. We held true to our mission of sourcing the best tasting honeys we can find from beekeepers we trust, but our approach to this particular honey was different. So different, in fac...

Making homemade caramel shouldn't be intimidating. Maybe you've heard that it's hard to make candy or other sweets at home. When we set up to prepare this recipe, we were amazed at how simple it really is.  Make Caramel Apples with Honey The main thing to avoid when making your own caramel or oth...

Scones are probably the most underrated breakfast/dessert option out there. Sweet, yet not too indulgent, they're perfect for serving on a crisp fall morning to the whole family. And frankly, we're appalled that mooncake has its own emoji (🥮) while scones have nothing. This clean recipe for Orang...