Why We Use Glass Jars for Our Local Raw Honey (And Why It Matters)

Why We Use Glass Jars for Our Local Raw Honey (And Why It Matters)

At Bee. honey+hive, we believe that every decision we make—from how we care for our bees to how we package our honey—should reflect our values: sustainability, transparency, and connection to community and land. That’s why we use glass jars for all of our raw, unfiltered honey, whether it’s headed to a local farmer’s market, a mountain co-op, or your family’s kitchen table.

Why Glass Matters for Raw Honey

Glass isn’t just beautiful—it’s better for the honey and better for you. Unlike plastic, glass is inert, which means it won’t leach chemicals or degrade over time. That’s important when you're dealing with pure, local honey straight from small apiaries in the mountains of Western North Carolina.

Whether you’re drizzling it over toast or selling it in your shop, you can feel confident that the honey in our jars is exactly as the bees made it—nothing added, nothing taken away.

Keeping Microplastics Out of Our Food System

We know many of our customers—both individual and wholesale—care deeply about health and the environment. So do we. Plastic containers can release microplastics, especially when exposed to heat, light, or time. Those micro-particles can end up in food, and in our bodies.

While we don’t believe in fear-based messaging, we do believe in making informed, conscious choices. Choosing glass jars helps us reduce our footprint and offer a product that aligns with our values and yours.

Sustainability Starts Small (Just Like a Hive)

We’re proud to be part of the growing network of small farms and local producers in Western North Carolina who are thinking long-term. Glass is endlessly reusable and easily recyclable, making it a key part of our effort to reduce waste and support a circular economy.

We encourage our community to reuse our jars—for spices, seeds, dried herbs, or craft storage. Bring them back for refills at local markets or find creative ways to keep them in use. It’s a small act, but like the bees we keep, we believe small actions lead to big change.

Supporting Local, One Jar at a Time

Whether you're a neighbor picking up a jar at the Transylvania Farmers Market, or a shop owner or chef looking to source local, sustainably packaged raw honey for your customers, Bee. honey+hive is here to partner with you. We work directly with local retailers, herbalists, cafes, and specialty grocers who want to stock a product that’s not only delicious, but also ethically produced and beautifully presented.

When you choose our honey, you’re joining a movement that honors:

  • Western NC beekeeping traditions

  • Small-batch, raw honey from local hives

  • Sustainable packaging choices

  • Stronger community connections

Thank you for being part of this hive. Every glass jar of Bee. honey+hive honey is a vote for a healthier, more sustainable future—for our bees, our bodies, and our Blue Ridge home.