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Local Honey in Kentucky

Browse 116 local honey sellers across 82 cities in Kentucky. Find beekeepers, honey farms, and apiaries selling raw honey, wildflower, clover, and other varietals produced by Kentucky beekeepers.

82 cities · 116 honey sellers

6 honey sellers

Owensboro

→ 6 honey sellers

Louisville

→ 5 honey sellers

Lexington

→ 3 honey sellers

Bardstown

→ 3 honey sellers

Shepherdsville

→ 2 honey sellers

Jeffersontown

→ 1 honey sellers

Alexandria

→ 1 honey sellers

Ashland

→ 1 honey sellers

Auburn

→ 1 honey sellers

Baxter

→ 1 honey sellers

Bedford

→ 2 honey sellers

Big Clifty

→ 1 honey sellers

Bloomfield

→ 1 honey sellers

Bonnieville

→ 1 honey sellers

Brandenburg

→ 1 honey sellers

Brooksville

→ 1 honey sellers

Butler

→ 1 honey sellers

Cadiz

→ 1 honey sellers

Calhoun

→ 1 honey sellers

Calvert City

→ 1 honey sellers

Campton

→ 1 honey sellers

Cave City

→ 1 honey sellers

Cerulean

→ 2 honey sellers

Covington

→ 1 honey sellers

Crab Orchard

→ 2 honey sellers

Crestwood

→ 1 honey sellers

Danville

→ 2 honey sellers

Elizabethtown

→ 1 honey sellers

Ewing

→ 1 honey sellers

Falmouth

→ 2 honey sellers

Frankfort

→ 1 honey sellers

Georgetown

→ 1 honey sellers

Glasgow

→ 1 honey sellers

Greenup

→ 1 honey sellers

Guthrie

→ 1 honey sellers

Henderson

→ 1 honey sellers

Hestand

→ 1 honey sellers

Hindman

→ 2 honey sellers

Hodgenville

→ 1 honey sellers

Hopkinsville

→ 1 honey sellers

Irvine

→ 1 honey sellers

Jeffersonville

→ 1 honey sellers

Junction City

→ 1 honey sellers

Leitchfield

→ 1 honey sellers

Liberty

→ 2 honey sellers

London

→ 1 honey sellers

Ludlow

→ 1 honey sellers

Madisonville

→ 1 honey sellers

Mayfield

→ 1 honey sellers

Maysville

→ 1 honey sellers

McKee

→ 1 honey sellers

Midway

→ 2 honey sellers

Morehead

→ 1 honey sellers

Morgantown

→ 1 honey sellers

Morning View

→ 1 honey sellers

Mt Sterling

→ 1 honey sellers

Mt Washington

→ 2 honey sellers

Murray

→ 2 honey sellers

Nicholasville

→ 1 honey sellers

Oakland

→ 1 honey sellers

Paducah

→ 2 honey sellers

Paris

→ 1 honey sellers

Pikeville

→ 1 honey sellers

Princeton

→ 1 honey sellers

Richmond

→ 1 honey sellers

Robards

→ 2 honey sellers

Scottsville

→ 2 honey sellers

Shelbyville

→ 1 honey sellers

Smithfield

→ 1 honey sellers

Somerset

→ 1 honey sellers

Sparta

→ 1 honey sellers

Spring Lick

→ 1 honey sellers

Taylorsville

→ 1 honey sellers

Union

→ 1 honey sellers

Waynesburg

→ 1 honey sellers

Wickliffe

→ 2 honey sellers

Williamsburg

→ 1 honey sellers

Wilmore

→ 2 honey sellers

Winchester

→ 1 honey sellers

Windsor

→ 1 honey sellers

Wingo

→ 1 honey sellers

Wurtland

→
Local honey and beekeeping

About Local Honey in Kentucky

Kentucky's honey production spans the Bluegrass, the Appalachian foothills, and the western Pennyroyal. Clover and alfalfa from horse and cattle farms in the Bluegrass provide the primary flows. The eastern mountains add sourwood, tulip poplar, and sumac. The state's humid subtropical climate extends the season. Kentucky has a long beekeeping tradition; the Eastern Kentucky hills produce sourwood honey.

The main varietals produced are wildflower, clover and sourwood. Key beekeeping regions include Owensboro, Louisville, Lexington, Bardstown, Shepherdsville and Jeffersontown. As of this directory, 116 sellers operate across 82 cities in the state.

Sourwood from the Appalachian counties is a premium varietal. Louisville and Lexington have urban markets. Clover and wildflower are common statewide. The state's tobacco-to-grass transition has increased clover acreage. Kentucky's diverse topography creates varied honey character from region to region. Black locust in the spring adds an early flow.

What You'll Find in Kentucky

  • Kentucky has 116 honey sellers listed on Local Honey Map, including 7 beekeepers and apiaries, 27 farms with bees, and 53 stores and retailers.
  • 6 sellers in Kentucky offer raw or unfiltered honey.
  • Some Kentucky producers welcome farm visits. Check individual listings for visit availability and hours.
  • The cities with the most honey sellers in Kentucky are Owensboro (6), Louisville (6) and Lexington (5) .
FAQ

Common Questions About Honey in Kentucky

Where can I buy local honey in Kentucky?
Local Honey Map lists 116 honey sellers across 82 cities in Kentucky. The cities with the most listed producers are Owensboro, Louisville and Lexington. 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 Kentucky?
The most common honey varietals from Kentucky beekeepers are wildflower, clover and sourwood. Honey flavor varies by region and season. A spring harvest from Owensboro will taste different from a late-summer harvest from the same producer. Many Kentucky sellers also offer comb honey, creamed honey, and other bee products.
How much does local honey cost in Kentucky?
Local raw honey in Kentucky 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 Kentucky?
Yes. Some honey farms and apiaries in Kentucky welcome visitors for hive tours, honey tastings, and direct purchases. Check individual listings on Local Honey Map to see which Kentucky producers offer farm visits. Calling ahead is recommended, as many small operations run by appointment.
What makes honey in Kentucky unique?
Kentucky's Appalachian foothills, Bluegrass region, and western coal fields create distinct honey zones. Sourwood from the eastern mountains is a prized varietal. The Bluegrass's limestone soils and pasture support clover and wildflower. Western Kentucky's agriculture adds soybean and mixed wildflower. The state's diverse topography means honey can range from mountain sourwood to lowland clover. Kentucky's long growing season, from March through October, allows multiple harvests. The state's mix of forest, pasture, and agriculture creates honey that reflects the region's varied landscape.

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