Delicious Tupelo Honey
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Tupelo honey comes from the Tupelo tree, which grows in Florida. At Register Family Farm, we take care of around 1,500 honeybee colonies that produce Tupelo honey. Taking care of honeybees is more important than ever because they help pollinate the world's food. To support our efforts, consider purchasing our Tupelo honey for sale.
If you have a sweet tooth, you need our honey. As a natural sweetener, our honey can be added to your tea, baked goods, and smoothies. Honey has many uses; just experiment with your food and drink to add a little sweetness to your day.
Our Mission
Our passion is providing honey and other bee products to all those that desire natural and authentic goods. Register Family Farm was started by the Register family and continues to be a family business. We are a part of our community, and we want to be a part of yours.
Our mission is to provide quality honey and other products while helping the bee population and the world by proxy. Honeybees are an integral part of civilization, and Register Family Farm is doing our part to help keep honeybees alive and thriving.
Our Products
Tupelo honey is one of the best products we offer. Available in different packaging, our honey is just what you need to make your day a little sweeter. Wrap it to give to someone as a gift or treat yourself for a special occasion or just because. Buy in small portions at first or order our Tupelo honey in bulk. We have what you need for your occasion.
Are you looking for something naturally sweet that you can use for many different purposes? Help us help the world and the bees by purchasing some Tupelo honey from Register Family Farm. Are you interested in any of our products? Peruse our website to make an order or contact us to let us know what you think of our honey.
Tupelo Honey FAQ
What is Tupelo Honey?
Tupelo honey is a rare variety of honey produced by honeybees that collect nectar from the blossoms of the White Tupelo (Nyssa Ogeche) tree. This unique honey is predominantly harvested in and around the Apalachicola and Choctawhatchee River systems in NorthwestFlorida, although the trees can be found as far north as south Georgia in lower concentrations.
What Makes Tupelo Honey Unique?
Renowned for its delicious taste, rarity, and resistance to crystallization, pure Tupelo honey boasts a light amber color with a pear-like and hoppy aroma. It offers a unique flavor, that is smooth and buttery, with a delicate aftertaste like cotton candy that lingers pleasantly. Its high fructose content prevents granulation, making it more shelf stable than other liquid honey options.
Where is Tupelo Honey Produced?
The purest Tupelo is produced where the highest concentration of trees are located along the river systems of Northwest Florida. The wetland habitat in this area is ideal for Tupelo trees to thrive. The honey's production and harvesting during its short bloom in April requires precise and labor-intensive beekeeping. The bloom can last from just a few short days to around two weeks if the weather cooperates.
What Types of Tupelo Trees Produce Tupelo Honey?
There are many varieties of Tupelo trees, but Tupelo honey references the honey produced from the White Ogeechee Tupelo tree (Nyssa ogeche).
Why is Tupelo Honey Considered Premium?
Its limited and labor intensive production, specific regional origins, unique flavor profile, lack of crystallization, and lower glycemic index all contribute to Tupelo honey's premium status. The challenges of harvest and environmental threats add to its rarity and desirability among enthusiasts.
How is Tupelo Honey Made?
During the month of April when the Tupelo trees begin to produce nectar, beekeepers strategically place hives by moving them into specially selected and highly coveted locations in and along the river systems closest to the highest concentration of Tupelo trees. Once the nectar flow is well underway, all honey supers are removed and replaced with empty boxes of comb. The bees bring in the Tupelo and put it in these empty combs. The beekeeper has to be incredibly diligent in the timing of the flow, as these boxes must be removed as the Tupelo trees slow down nectar production and/or other plants begin to produce heavy amounts of nectar that could compete with the Tupelo tree. This protects the purity of the honey and is very difficult and important to produce the good stuff! The harvested honey is then carefully extracted to preserve its natural qualities, with minimal processing to maintain purity.
How Does Tupelo Honey Benefit Health?
Tupelo honey contains antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, offering various health benefits. It has antimicrobial properties and may support wound healing and soothe sore throats. Its lower glucose to fructose ratio may be preferable for individuals with certain dietary restrictions, though those with diabetes should consult healthcare professionals.
