The World's First "Smoked Honey" Offers an "Out-of-this-World" Flavor!

Bee Local, a brand established in 2011 in Portland, a hub for craft food trends, offers high-quality, unheated, unrefined, unfiltered honey that captures the unique character of its origin. Amidst global concerns about the decline of bees and beekeepers, the company's policy is to produce and select only sustainable, healthy, transparent, unique, and delicious honey.

Working closely with trusted beekeepers under its own strict rules—such as not feeding bees isomerized sugar or using antibiotics and pesticides in the hives—the honey is carefully produced in small batches. Its rich flavor has earned a reputation locally, and it is used in popular restaurants and by renowned chefs. Its availability has expanded to William Sonoma, a high-end kitchen store with locations across the US, and the brand is currently experiencing a surge in popularity.



The lineup, with its distinctively different characteristics, is also appealing. Honey varies in taste, aroma, color, and viscosity depending on the land where it is harvested, a difference stemming from the varied forage available to the bees. "Place-Based Honey" is raw honey bottled unfiltered directly from the hive. It offers a concentrated flavor experience, rich with delicious stories about each honey and its region.

"Single Varietal Honey" faithfully reproduces the essence of a specific single flower type. This honey, derived from buckwheat flowers harvested in the high desert of Eastern Oregon, is sometimes referred to as American Manuka Honey. It is rich in vitamins and minerals, characterized by a fragrant, earthy aroma and a deep, rich flavor. It is recommended as a mild accompaniment to cheese or as a secret ingredient for savory or spicy dishes.

They also offer the world's first "Smoked Honey," developed in collaboration with local restaurants. Each batch is uniquely smoked to match its individual character, creating an unparalleled, unforgettable flavor that has become a signature. It is ideal for marinades, teriyaki glazes, and cocktails, and can be enjoyed in a variety of culinary pairings.