I Need MI honey sources

[akroessler]

Hello!

MI brewer looking to get into mead, I've never made one before and with a bit of research I'll most likely start with JOAM like every other newbie.

Trying to find some local Michigan honey, what kind of prices are people paying per lbs, what to expect etc. do people go straight to bee Keepers or try stores. I'll most likely try a couple one gal batches at first and see what I end up with. Any pointers in the right direction will help!

Skål

 

[Drewed]

Hit up local farmers markets. I pay about $25 for three pounds , but have also found a gallon (12 lbs) for $40. Thank to the honey people there. Tell them your making mead. They will tell you all you want to know, and possibly let you in on "secret stash" or volume pricing.

 

[Maylar]

And Michigan is home to star thistle honey. Good stuff.

 

[akroessler]

Went to one farmers market with no luck. Trying again at a different one on Saturday. Wasn't sure if I was hitting all the angles. Thanks for the replies!

 

[gratus fermentatio]

Hello!

MI brewer looking to get into mead, I've never made one before and with a bit of research I'll most likely start with JOAM like every other newbie.

Trying to find some local Michigan honey, what kind of prices are people paying per lbs, what to expect etc. do people go straight to bee Keepers or try stores. I'll most likely try a couple one gal batches at first and see what I end up with. Any pointers in the right direction will help!

Skål

You might try one of these:
https://www.honey.com/honey-locator/find/state/michigan
Regards, GF.