THE BUZZ FROM JULY 2025 š | FINGERLAKES HONEY COMPANY RECAP
- Aug 6
- 7 min read
Hey Honey Enthusiasts!
Sorry that we are a bit late with this with this blog post. Time is flying!
July brought the heatāand the honey! From sweet sips to sizzling recipes and a few surprises from the hive, thereās been a lot going on at Fingerlakes Honey Company. Whether you stopped by the farm, browsed online, or just love staying in the loop, hereās your monthly dose of buzzworthy updates you wonāt want to miss. So grab your Orange Honey Iced Tea, settle into your poolside lounger, and read about all that you might have missed.
šBuzz Around the Farmš
We've had a Bee-sy July here at Fingerlakes Honey Company.
Here are some highlights-
Ā Sunshine & Swelter:July brought the heat in full force! The bees were finally able to get out and work without dodging rainclouds, and boy, were they busy. The fields were buzzing, the clover was blooming, and the girls were hauling in nectar like champs.
Ā Spring Honey Harvest:We pulled the honey supers off the hives early in the month. This springās harvest has a beautifully light color with floral notes that are absolutely swoon-worthy. Get yours today!
Ā The Teen Chickens Take Over:Our 13 feathered teenagers are now full-fledged awkward young adults. The āguess-that-roosterā game is still on, and letās just sayā¦itās getting louder in the mornings. Crow-offs, anyone?
Ā Rooster Rehoming?We are looking to place a few of our young surplus roosters in loving homes. We wish we could keep them all, but they would definitely have some issue with our 2 main men. These young boys are well mannered, beeutifully feathered, and will make a great addition to your flock. Currently there are 4 available. Let us know if youāre interested!
Ā Garden Goodness:
The herbs and veggies exploded with growth this month. We've been picking dill, basil, oregano, garlic, and more. The tomatoes are just starting to blush and our pumpkins are getting larger. Our mint patch is thriving, and the bees have been enjoying the blossoms right alongside us. Next up- hot peppers and potatoes!
Ā Berry Bonanza:July brought the tail end of our wild black raspberry harvest. We are currently picking blackberries and wild blackberries. We are now into full honey jam and jellyĀ making mode. Get yours today.
Ā Website Improvements
We are in the process of revamping our website for accessibilty, ease of use, and design. When you visit in the next few weeks, you might want to refresh our pages to make sure you are seeing the most recent changes. If you have any difficulty finding something or something doesn't look right, please let us know. Thank you.weather will allow us to get the rest of our veggies planted. Wings crossed!
šSPECIAL CELEBRATIONSš
Happy National Jam Day!
We donāt just make jam... we sweeten history, spice up tradition, and spread joy one jar at a time. From Honey Strawberry to Concord Grape JalapeƱo, every jar is made with 100% raw honey, local fruits, and a little love from the hive.
Spring Honey 2025
is HERE!
Our bees have been hard at work, and our spring harvest is bottled and ready to shine! Spring honey is light, floral, and as golden as a Finger Lakes sunrise. Grab a jar or three.
National Ice Cream Day
We all scream for ice cream... but bees buzz for it when itās made with honey! We celebrated the coolest holiday of the summer with a swirl of gratitude for our hardworking bees, the real MVPs behind that golden drizzle that takes ice cream from yum to YUMMMM.
FACEBOOK "FIND THE QUEEN" GAME!
Every now and again on our Facebook page, weāll post a photo of honey bees. Your mission: scan the frame and comment where you think the queen is hiding!
CUSTOM BABY SHOWER FAVORS
Buzzing with Joy for Mom-to-Bee, Katie!
We sent a hive-full of love to our sweet mom-to-be, Katie, who celebrated her baby shower! Weāre honored she chose our honey favors to share with her guests. They are a perfect touch for such a sweet celebration!
CONGRATULATIONS!
šRECIPESš
HERE'S SOME OF OUR MAY FEATURED RECIPES IN CASE YOU MISSED THEM
Black Bean
Chocolate Cake
This black bean chocolate cake is deliciously rich and moist! Using healthy and simple ingredients like unsweetened cocoa powder and honey, this cake yields a rich dark chocolate flavor, and I promise you can't taste the black beans! Gluten free!
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{black beans, eggs, vanilla, coconut oil, honey, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda}
Garlic and Herb
Mac and Cheese
Creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor, this garlic and herb mac and cheese is comfort food with a little kick. Topped with golden breadcrumbs, our Fingerlakes Honey Company oregano, and melted cheese, itās the ultimate baked pasta dish.
{Fingerlakes Honey Company oregano, macaroni, butter, flour, milk, heavy cream, garlic, chili powder, cheese, breadcrumbs}
Honeycomb Crunchy Salted Caramel Ice Cream
Creamy and crunchy, sweet and salty- this homemade ice cream takes caramel to new heights! The rich, velvety texture of salted caramel ice cream is perfectly complemented by crunchy honeycomb candy, making every bite an irresistible balance of flavors.Ā
{sugar, honey, baking soda, butter, heavy whipping cream, egg yolks, milk, heavy cream}
Dilly Bee Tuna Toppers
These Dilly Bee Tuna Toppers are a delightful bite-sized appetizer that blends the creamy goodness of albacore tuna with the aromatic freshness of dill. Paired with the crisp crunch of crackers (or sliced cucumbers for a lighter touch), theyāre the perfect addition to any gathering. These bites offer the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and fresh flavors. Also great as a sandwich.
{tuna, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, pepper, Dried Dill, crackers, lettuce}
šBLOG POSTSš
HERE'S SOME OF OUR MAY BLOG POSTS
IN CASE YOU MISSED THEM
What to Do with That Last Spoonful of Honey
(Donāt Let It Go to Waste!)
Don't Toss That Jar Just Yet! You know that last stubborn spoonful of Fingerlakes Honey clinging to the bottom of the jar like it owns the place? Well, itās not done yet, it's just getting started! From sweetening your morning tea to turning your nearly empty jar into a no-fuss vinaigrette or overnight oats container, weāve rounded up some clever, zero-waste ways to use up every drop of honey goodness. Bonus: Thereās even a trick to mix right in the jar so you skip extra dishes. (Lazy genius level = unlocked.)
When Scents Make Sense...to Avoid: Understanding Fragrance Allergies, MCAS and Chemical Sensitivities
- special contributor Stacie Filer
Imagine walking into a store, a church, or even your friendās house, only to be hit with a wave of scent that feels like you just got tackled by a flowery linebacker. Your eyes water. Your throat closes up. Your head pounds. And all you want to do is escape. If you are nodding in miserable recognition, you are not alone and there is no better time to talk about it than now. July 8th was National Allergy Day, a moment to acknowledge the countless individuals whose immune systems go into battle mode over everyday substances. But for some of us, allergies do not just mean pollen, pets, or peanuts. They mean scented candles, air fresheners, perfume, shampoo, new paint, cooking smells, and cleaning sprays. Fragrance allergies, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), and Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS) are not just annoying, they are disabling. They can hijack your life, one scented product at a time. So in the spirit of awareness and self-preservation, come and explore what these conditions really are, how they affect people like me, and even how they are impacting honey bees. Yes, seriously, bees.
WALKING IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF GIANTS
- special contributor Peter Sieling
Every now and then, we stumble across a piece of history so rich, so wonderfully aligned with our passions, that we canāt help but share it, and this is one of those moments. While digging into the roots of beekeeping in our beloved Finger Lakes region, we discovered an incredible article that not only brought the past to life, but also reminded us that we are truly walking in the footsteps of beekeeping legends. Peter Sielingās journey through time, tracing the lives and legacy of the Cogshall brothers and G.M. Doolittle, is more than just a scenic trip across New Yorkās backroads. Itās a love letter to the beekeepers who built the foundations we now stand on. These pioneers lived, worked, innovated, and quite literally changed the way honey was harvested, and they did it right here in our neck of the woods.
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF FRIENDSHIP: 5 WAYS TO BEE A FRIEND TO BEES
Friendship comes in all shapes, sizes, and sometimes wings! Today on International Day of Friendship, weāre celebrating the powerful connections that make life richerānot just between people, but between humans and the humble honey bee. These tiny friends are tireless workers, community-minded, and wildly generous with their gifts. They pollinate one-third of the food we eat, make our world bloom, and ask for so little in return. If thatās not the definition of a good friend, we donāt know what is. So today, we invite you to beeĀ a better friend to the beesāwith small, sweet actions that add up to a big impact.
šFEATURED PRODUCTSš
Well, that's a wrap for July. It's hard to beelieve August is here already.
Coming Up in August: Weāve got more summer-ready recipes, National Honey Bee Day, and a few bee-lightfulĀ surprises.
We will also bee at the following event-
š¦ 1ļøā£6ļøā£Saturday, August 16th šĀ°šÆ
Fingerlakes Honey Company will have 2 tables set up in the parking lot of Cayuga Lake National Bank in Union Springs to celebrate National Honey Bee Day. One table will bee filled with our beelicious products for purchase. The other will have an interactive and hands-on display to learn all about honey bees.
Come out and celebrate with us.
Free sticker with every purchase!
You can find more info-
What was your favorite Fingerlakes item of the month? Let us know in the comments below.
Until Next Time- Stay Sweet!
Tom and Stacie
Tom and Stacie, are co-owners of Fingerlakes Honey CompanyĀ located in the bee-utiful Fingerlakes region of New York State. When they are not tending to all things bees, they enjoy spending time with their grown children, their dog, and lots of chickens on their homestead. They love learning more about the bees they foster and helping others to learn more about them as well.
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