Cute shop with variety of honey products including soaps, candles, shampoo, lotions, candy and…read moremore. Store also carries wide range of bee retail products such as jewelry, dish towels, decor and more. They also have everything you need to get started as a bee keeper.

My Son and I love this business. Wonderful honey. I really enjoy the milk they stock. Numerous…read moreother items are stocked as well as fresh coffee which always smells wonderful. Customer service -- always friendly, pleasant and knowledgeable folks.

Excellent honey and friendly folks. They have everything you need to get into beekeeping.read more

What a sweet little shop to snag local honey. Not much to say here other than the staff was super…read morefriendly and the prices were typical local honey prices. I was especially stoked about the selection of honey stick flavors. She loves the honey sticks and it's perfect for cough season. This place is one to keep in my for out-of-town guests and wedding/party favors. Merci Carolina Honey Bee

The best honey I have ever had and I have enjoyed a lot of honey in my 80 years. I especially like…read moreit with the comb.

My grandfather raised sourwood outside of Asheville and I swore there was none better. Enter in…read moreBateman's. Wow. It's just as good, and if my grandfather was still living I'm sure he would agree. I now live in Alabama and have family members ship it or bring it to me. So SO good.

I had the best time at Asheville Bee Charmer. Some of my girls and I stopped by here after lunch on…read moremy Bach. We came here because my Yelp bestie and her husband love the sourwood honey. We were all excited to check this honey store out. In the back they have a very cool tasting table. There are over ten different kinds of honey to try. I loved that you could taste test things before making purchases. It was awesome to see how different each one tasted. My group and I had a blast here. They had everything from bottles of honey, honey sticks, bee pollen, honey supplies, and more. I ended up buying a beautiful bottle of the sourwood and a few honey sticks in fireweed and meadowfoam. The honey is both local and from other states too! The staff is beyond friendly. I highly recommend making a stop to check this charming shop out.

It had been a few years since I was last here and since that time I've actually had a few of my own…read morebeehives so I have a whole new appreciation for the golden nectar they work so hard to produce! And the Asheville Bee Charmer continues to be an amazing resource and showcase of some of the best the gals have to offer. So many delicious honey varietals to choose from! They have their own locally sourced honey including Sourwood and Wildflower, and some sourced varieties from out of state, including Tupelo from Florida and the Chicory and Meadowfoam from the Pacific NW. They even carry Lehua from Hawaii and Fireweed from Alaska! There's also infused flavors like coffee, ghost pepper, chai, lavender, vanilla bean, and more. And the best part? You can try them all! That was my favorite part of visiting, of course, and the staff was very kind and generous with us. We didn't just sample and leave though! We ended up buying more than a few jars to take home to us and to my mom. Speaking of gifts, they also have some really cute bee themed housewares, plus skin care, candles, and other products made from bee's wax. There are two locations in downtown Asheville and somehow it still doesn't seem like enough! We found that both carry the same items, however, so if you've been to one you might not need to hit the other one. Unless you're like me and just want to keep the honey party going!

Summary: If you love honey, beekeeping, handmade products, or visiting places where people make you…read morefeel like family the moment you walk in, Blue Ridge Honey Company needs to be on your list. We made the 90-minute drive two days in a row because one visit simply was not enough. Between the honey tastings, incredible staff, behind-the-scenes tour, body balms, bee pollen, beekeeping supplies, handmade candles, and warm hospitality, it truly felt like stepping into a honey wonderland. We came home with lots of goodies, huge smiles, and absolutely no regrets, except maybe not buying even more Sourwood honey. In Full: Wow! I had the time of my life touring Blue Ridge Honey Company, sampling amazing products, and meeting some truly wonderful people. I tasted Sourwood, purple, Tupelo, mountain wildflower, and several creamed honeys for the first time. The blueberry and blackberry creamed honeys were fantastic, and the habanero-infused honey was delicious. But the Sourwood honey stole the show. It was buttery smooth, slightly nutty, and hands down the best honey we have ever tasted. Sampling the different varieties was a blast, but be warned: once you start tasting, you will want to buy everything. Keneddi introduced me to their new Tallow Honey Balm, and she was right when she said a little goes a long way. It felt amazing, smelled wonderful, and worked so well that we literally turned the car around and went back to buy it. We also picked up the passionfruit Whipped Body Butter, which is equally impressive. Keneddi was incredibly sweet, knowledgeable, and made the experience even more enjoyable. One thing that stood out was the atmosphere. The entire place feels like family. I actually asked if everyone was related because of how close-knit and welcoming everyone seemed. The answer was no, but it certainly feels that way. Everyone spoke highly of owners Bob and Suzette Binnie, as well as their coworkers, which says a lot about the culture they've built. The store itself is bright, inviting, and packed with products. There was more honey than I have ever seen in one place. Even without a formal tour, visitors can view much of the operation through large observation windows, making the experience educational as well as fun. Marilyn went above and beyond by giving us an impromptu private tour. She patiently answered our endless questions, shared the company's history, and made us feel incredibly welcome. We truly appreciated her time and generosity. The first visit was so much fun that we drove 90 minutes back the very next day for more goodies, especially more Sourwood honey. Everyone was helpful and knowledgeable without being pushy, and the tasting experience alone is worth the trip. Tera helped us save money on pellets by pointing us toward a larger, more economical bag. Lisa was also incredibly kind and helpful. We sampled a wide variety of honeys and learned a great deal. I also fell in love with their bee pollen and brought home two jars. Next time, I may need the five-pound bag. The selection is impressive: honey, candles, body products, books, apparel, beekeeping supplies, and much more. They even sell candle-making molds, supplies, and instructional books. Marilyn handcrafts many of the candles, and they are beautiful. We also briefly met Bob, Syleena, and John while a truckload of honey was arriving in the rain. Everyone we encountered was friendly, hardworking, and genuinely happy. As a bonus, we picked up a Dadant smoker and can confidently say it lives up to the hype. It lights easier, stays lit longer, and outperformed our old smoker in every way. Thank you to everyone at Blue Ridge Honey Company for the incredible hospitality. You made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. To anyone considering a visit: go. It is absolutely worth the trip, and you will not be disappointed!

Cute little shop with friendly staff and live honey bees inside! I like how they tell you the…read moreorigins of each type of honey. And there are a variety of sizes to choose from. Very reasonably priced as well, not a total tourist trap.

What a great day! My wife and I spent the day learning more than I ever thought I would have known…read moreabout bee's. Sean and Denise were amazing hosts and the property was incredible. From the moment we arrived it was insightful and we were taken through the history, mission, and every aspect of what, why and how important bees are! After a deep dive in bees 101, we were shown all the in's and out's of the bee boxes and then we suited up and went hands on. I won't give it justice in a simple yelp review about how cool it was to be suited up and open up those boxes and see the bees in action. We felt safe the entire time and were able to get some great pictures. After visiting up close with the bees we went back in the house to some amazing views and even more amazing brunch. The pairings were amazing and I now feel like I may be one of the most informed honey tasters on my block. It opened my eyes to how much time and energy Sean and Denise put into their honey. After tasting their honey my wife and I will now be doing the turn the bottle over test and count how long the bubble takes before buying any honey! If you are looking for something different to do in the Highlands, this is it. It's unique, the knowledge you gain is useful and it was the highlight of our trip up this time to the Highlands.

We had the most fabulous tour at this place today. First, an amazing talk learning all about the…read moreBees. Shawn, Denise and Jennifer know their stuff! The view from their place is over the top. It was so much fun to learn all about the bees and their routine. Wow!!! Putting on the protection outfit and gloves was so cool. Afterwards, we had the most amazing food tasting that were paired with different types of honey. I would definitely recommend this place.

This cute cafe in the heart of Helen is focused on making craft caffeinated drinks and offering…read morefresh local honey. Funny enough, it is on "a hill". I guess it makes sense to be called HOTH. The place is decorated nicely and is a good place to wind down. The reason why I only gave it 2 stars was solely the service. I asked if the chai tea latte was pre-sweetened and I was assured it was not if I got it "none sweet". After I got the drink, it was VERY sweet even though it was labeled none sweet. Given it was a $10 drink, I wanted to make sure it was what I ordered.Talking to a different person at the counter, they told me it was pre sweetened and I was not able to get it without sugar. They allowed me to get another drink after I asked. I got the cold brew which was light and a little watered down. My experience wasn't the best, but my girlfriend got a drink and said it was good! If you're into sugary creative drinks with cool ambiance, check this place out! But if you enjoy more basic coffees, maybe look elsewhere.

The pretzels are definitely heated from frozen and far from the best pretzel I've had. The beer…read morecheese was gross and bizarre.