Local Honey in Hawaii
Browse 56 local honey sellers across 34 cities in Hawaii. Find beekeepers, honey farms, and apiaries selling raw honey, Mesquite, fireweed, and other varietals produced by Hawaii beekeepers.
34 cities · 56 honey sellers
Kilauea
→ Browse Kilauea Honey → 4 honey sellersKailua-Kona
→ Browse Kailua-Kona Honey → 3 honey sellersWaimea
→ Browse Waimea Honey → 3 honey sellersNaalehu
→ Browse Naalehu Honey → 3 honey sellersKailua
→ Browse Kailua Honey → 2 honey sellersKeaau
→ Browse Keaau Honey → 2 honey sellersCaptain Cook
→ Browse Captain Cook Honey → 1 honey sellersHaleiwa
→ Browse Haleiwa Honey → 1 honey sellersHana
→ Browse Hana Honey → 1 honey sellersHanalei
→ Browse Hanalei Honey → 1 honey sellersHauula
→ Browse Hauula Honey → 1 honey sellersHawi
→ Browse Hawi Honey → 1 honey sellersHilo
→ Browse Hilo Honey → 2 honey sellersHo'olehua
→ Browse Ho'olehua Honey → 1 honey sellersHonokaa
→ Browse Honokaa Honey → 1 honey sellersHonolulu
→ Browse Honolulu Honey → 1 honey sellersKahuku
→ Browse Kahuku Honey → 1 honey sellersKalaheo
→ Browse Kalaheo Honey → 1 honey sellersKaneohe
→ Browse Kaneohe Honey → 1 honey sellersKapaau
→ Browse Kapaau Honey → 2 honey sellersKaunakakai
→ Browse Kaunakakai Honey → 1 honey sellersKealakekua
→ Browse Kealakekua Honey → 1 honey sellersKihei
→ Browse Kihei Honey → 1 honey sellersKoloa
→ Browse Koloa Honey → 2 honey sellersKula
→ Browse Kula Honey → 1 honey sellersLahaina
→ Browse Lahaina Honey → 2 honey sellersMakawao
→ Browse Makawao Honey → 1 honey sellersPaauilo
→ Browse Paauilo Honey → 2 honey sellersPaia
→ Browse Paia Honey → 2 honey sellersPāhoa
→ Browse Pāhoa Honey → 1 honey sellersWahiawa
→ Browse Wahiawa Honey → 2 honey sellersWaialua
→ Browse Waialua Honey → 1 honey sellersWaianae
→ Browse Waianae Honey → 1 honey sellersWaikoloa Village
→ Browse Waikoloa Village Honey →
About Local Honey in Hawaii
Hawaii's honey production is dominated by the Big Island's lehua and Christmas berry flows, which produce a distinctive dark, mineral-rich honey. Oahu, Maui, and Kauai have smaller operations dependent on macadamia, coffee bloom, and mixed tropical flora. The state's year-round warm climate allows continuous brood rearing. Varroa arrived late; the islands once had varroa-free status.
The main varietals produced are Mesquite, fireweed and wildflower. Key beekeeping regions include Kilauea, Kailua-Kona, Waimea, Naalehu, Kailua and Keaau. As of this directory, 56 sellers operate across 34 cities in the state.
Lehua honey from ohia lehua trees is a Hawaiian specialty. Macadamia bloom on the Big Island produces a light varietal. Honolulu has urban beekeepers. The state's isolation limits import of packaged bees and queens; local queen production supports the industry. Hawaii honey commands premium prices due to limited supply and unique floral sources.
What You'll Find in Hawaii
- Hawaii has 56 honey sellers listed on Local Honey Map, including 6 beekeepers and apiaries, 23 farms with bees, and 17 stores and retailers.
- 6 sellers in Hawaii offer raw or unfiltered honey.
- Some Hawaii producers welcome farm visits. Check individual listings for visit availability and hours.
- The cities with the most honey sellers in Hawaii are Kilauea (5), Kailua-Kona (4) and Waimea (3) .
Common Questions About Honey in Hawaii
- Where can I buy local honey in Hawaii?
- Local Honey Map lists 56 honey sellers across 34 cities in Hawaii. The cities with the most listed producers are Kilauea, Kailua-Kona and Waimea. You can browse by city to find beekeepers, honey farms, and apiaries near you, each with product details, purchase channels, and customer reviews.
- What types of honey are produced in Hawaii?
- The most common honey varietals from Hawaii beekeepers are Mesquite, fireweed and wildflower. Honey flavor varies by region and season. A spring harvest from Kilauea will taste different from a late-summer harvest from the same producer. Many Hawaii sellers also offer comb honey, creamed honey, and other bee products.
- How much does local honey cost in Hawaii?
- Local raw honey in Hawaii typically costs $10 to $20 per pound, depending on the varietal, the producer, and whether you buy directly or through a retail shop. Specialty varietals and comb honey may cost more. Buying in larger quantities (quart or half-gallon jars) usually reduces the per-pound cost. Prices at farmers markets and farm stands tend to be lower than retail stores.
- Can I visit a honey farm in Hawaii?
- Yes. Some honey farms and apiaries in Hawaii welcome visitors for hive tours, honey tastings, and direct purchases. Check individual listings on Local Honey Map to see which Hawaii producers offer farm visits. Calling ahead is recommended, as many small operations run by appointment.
- What makes honey in Hawaii unique?
- Hawaii's isolation and volcanic soil create honey that cannot be replicated elsewhere. Lehua honey from the native ohia tree is a rare, island-specific varietal with a distinctive flavor. Macadamia blossom honey reflects the state's nut orchards. Tropical fruit blooms, including mango, lychee, and guava, add to the mix. The year-round warm climate allows continuous foraging in lower elevations. Hawaii's strict biosecurity laws limit hive movement, so most honey is produced by local bees on local forage. The result is honey that reflects the islands' unique plant communities and microclimates.
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