Frequently Asked Questions

Most store-bought honey is heavily processed — heated, filtered, and sometimes blended with corn syrup. Queens Hive honey is raw, unfiltered, and comes straight from our hives in Southern Indiana. No heat. No additives. Just honey the way bees make it.

Yes. We never heat our honey above natural hive temperature. We use only a coarse strain to remove wax and debris — pollen, enzymes, and natural nutrients stay intact. What you get is honey exactly as it left the hive.

Absolutely — crystallization is a sign of real, unprocessed honey. It's completely natural and does not mean the honey has gone bad. To re-liquefy, place the jar in warm (not hot) water and stir gently. Never microwave it — high heat destroys the enzymes that make raw honey special.

Store at room temperature, out of direct sunlight. A pantry or cabinet works perfectly. Honey has an indefinite shelf life when stored properly — no refrigeration needed. Keep the lid tight and it will last for years.

Currently, we ship within Indiana only under Indiana Cottage Food Law. We offer local pickup in both Evansville and Bloomington. If you're outside Indiana, reach out — we're exploring expanded shipping options.

Place your order online and select your preferred pickup city. We'll reach out to schedule a convenient time and location. Pickup is usually available within a few days of ordering. No delivery fees, no shipping wait.

No. Honey — raw or pasteurized — should never be given to children under 12 months old due to the risk of infant botulism. For everyone 12 months and older, raw honey is safe and nutritious.

We offer four sizes: a 16 oz glass jar ($15), a 6 lb half-gallon jug ($50), a 12 lb one-gallon jug ($80), and a 60 lb five-gallon bucket ($300) for bulk buyers. All sizes contain the same pure wildflower honey.

Right now we operate online-only with local pickup. We're a small backyard operation and our batches sell out fast. The best way to get Queens Hive honey is to order directly through this site.