We’re Sweet on These 5 Honey Brands in the West
Sustainably sourced and with a low glycemic index, honey remains the gold standard in sweeteners. Here’s the buzz on brands we love in the West
Getty Images/nitrub
Artisanal Wildflower Honey by Lovers Lane Farm
Thomas J. Story
Type: North Coast wildflower
Source: Ukiah, California
What to Do with It: Use wildflower honey’s light fruitiness and floral undertones to sweeten tea.
Clover Blossom Honey by Björn’s Colorado Honey
Thomas J. Story
Type: Raw honey with local pollens
Source: Colorado Front Range
What to Do with It: Swirl this classic honey into Greek yogurt or use it to sweeten baked goods.Colorado Clover Honey by Local Hive
Thomas J. Story
Type: Alfalfa, clover, and wildflower
Source: Eastern plains of ColoradoWhat to Do with It: Drizzle on waffles or use it to glaze salmon fillets.
Willamette Valley Honey by Bee Local
Thomas J. Story
Type: Single-origin raw honey
Source: Willamette Valley, OregonWhat to Do with It: Drizzle over granola or an açai bowl.
Organic Kiawe Honey with Lilikoi by Rare Hawaiian
Thomas J. Story
Type: Organic kiawe (white) honey with lilikoi purée
Source: Waimea, Hawaii What to Do with It: Round out a cheese board with this passion fruit-like spread.
