Yes! Rivas Honey is raw, unfiltered honey that keeps natural enzymes, pollens, vitamins, and antioxidants intact.

Rivas Honey is straight from hive to jar, fresh and alive with natural properties that may help with seasonal allergies, digestion, and immunity.

Unlike many mass-produced honeys, Rivas Honey keeps its natural enzymes, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Trace amounts of local pollen may also help your body build tolerance to seasonal allergens.

Honey’s natural sugars give quick, lasting energy. Rivas Honey is great before a workout or as a healthier alternative to processed sugar. It also supports digestion with prebiotics and has natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

For generations, raw honey has even been used to soothe sore throats and coughs.

Pure raw honey from Rivas Bees doesn’t go bad! Honey is naturally low in moisture and high in sugars, which makes it resistant to bacteria. Stored properly in a sealed jar at room temperature, it can last indefinitely.

Crystallization is a natural process and a sign that your honey is raw and unprocessed. It happens when the natural sugars in honey form tiny crystals over time. This does not mean the honey has spoiled.

To slow crystallization, store honey in a warm, dry place away from direct sunlight. If your honey does crystallize, gently put the jar in a pan of warm water.

Yes, sometimes we do get stung. While we always use full protective gear, bee stings come with the territory of beekeeping for over 45 years!

We take extra measures to assure our guests are not at risk of being stung during our educational tours.

Pure raw honey, like Rivas Bees honey, is thick, smooth, and naturally sweet with floral notes. It may crystallize over time, which is normal for real honey. Unlike processed honey, it won’t be overly runny or have a watery consistency.

Checking the label for “raw” or “unfiltered” and buying from trusted local sources ensures you’re getting authentic honey.