Oh, She's Sweet like Honey...

or is she salty, bitter, sour, or the best of them all, umami?

Like wine, olive oil, and coffee - honey sommeliers exist to ensure the market of honey upholds a standard of quality. A honey sommelier is trained in sensory analysis, utilizing visual, olfactory, gustatory, and texture assessment to grade the quality and variety of honey. They are able to distinguish terroir in varietals and detect faults and adulterations, supporting the beekeeping community and consumers in keeping the industry transparent and honest.

Sommelier Offerings

Tasting Soirée

Gather your friends and let's have a tasting party! Dive into the sensory analysis of honey by learning how to distinguish the aromas, tastes, and flavors unique to each varietal. We will also explore how the pairing of honey with various foods and drinks can enhance and compliment their profiles, as no party would be complete without a charcuterie board!

Creation of Aroma, Taste, and Flavor Profiles

The terrior of your region creates a honey unlike anywhere else, the combination or intensity of aromas, tastes, and flavors of one season may not exist in the next. We can work together to create a honey profile to celebrate that seasons unique harvest.

Honey Competition Judge

Honey competitions are prestigious events and a chance for beekeepers to create a standard for the honey industry. Each competition should leave beekeepers with the knowledge on how to better improve their practices and market their honey.

Creation of Honey Competition

Perfect for clubs and associations who wish to create a competition, but are unsure what the guidelines and standards should be. We can work together in creating a baseline for what the competition should entail, allowing for a uniform expectation of honey submissions and judging.