Turmeric Honey: A Long Time Coming
What happens when folk wisdom, science, family tradition, and a beekeeper's kitchen all meet in one little jar?
Tag Bee-hind the Scenes
The Mystery of the Honey That Wouldn’t Flow
What could make honey so thick it wouldn’t flow? For years, I had no idea. Then I began connecting a few curious clues: fall flowers, buzzing bees, and a plant I had overlooked for years. The mystery led me straight to English ivy honey.
Lemon Bomb is a Terrible Name
Lemon Bomb isn't lemon flavored—but it has become one of Backyard Bees' best-selling lip balms. Discover the story behind the name, the ingredients, and the customers who made it a favorite.
Salt Water Cures Everything (Or So My Mother Said)
What began with my mother's favorite saying—"Salt water cures everything"—eventually inspired one of Backyard Bees' best-selling soaps. Discover the story behind The Mariner, a gentle salt brine soap inspired by family memories, traditional soapmaking, and the simple beauty of caring for skin naturally.
Maybe We All Need a Honey Lip Scrub in Our Lives
I made body scrubs and foot scrubs, but I was never convinced anyone needed to scrub their lips. Then my customers—and one beautifully put-together woman at the farmers market—changed my mind.
