For Gordun Hull, a honey fermentation experiment led him down the unexpected path to opening Heidrun Meadery. Hull, who formerly worked as a beer brewer, crafts sparkling dry meads from a variety of single-blossom varietals as well as multi-floral version that reveal the terroir of the region where the honey is from. From their Orange and Sage Blossom liquid to their delectable Point Reyes Wildflower …
A bee-whisperer nicknamed Nick Trainerbee (for obvious reasons) has successfully trained his army of bees to make honey from marijuana plants instead of flowers. The bees, unaffected by cannabinoids, can efficiently gather resin from various marijuana strains and convert it into a 100% all-natural weed honey—meant to be eaten rather than smoked. The sweet treat does retain the psychoactive elements of weed, although the THC …
Honey complements a myriad of delectable dishes and drinks outside of the expected tea and toast. Its dynamic sweetness, syrupy thickness and versatility in the kitchen make options plentiful. Recently, we’ve tasted a handful of alternative honeys and found their application further spreadable. The following four options present distinct flavor profiles beyond traditional expectations—and for us, most of them were not only a surprise, but …
