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Astor Apiaries

Local Beekeeper in Astoria, New York · Raw Honey

Astor Apiaries

In Astoria, New York, Astor Apiaries hooks you with an urban hive tour that's hands-on from the start, letting you hold frames and watch workers, drones, and the queen while a patient beekeeper guides you in a quiet cemetery in Queens. The experience centers around raw, unfiltered orange blossom honey, with jars sourced from NYC and beyond that carry real purpose and character. Besides honey, the shop stocks bee related gear and kid friendly educational materials, including children's bee books and toys. Shop in the Astoria storefront for in person purchases with pickup only at the retail store. Locals praise Nick’s approachable, expert guidance and the urban beekeeping energy that makes Astor Apiaries memorable. Visitors also note the on site tasting vibe and occasional classes that expand into bee related crafts for families. Astor Apiaries sits at the crossroads of city practicality and rural curiosity, a place where New York flavor meets beekeeping know how.

Reviews

What Customers Say

One of the best ways to evaluate a local honey producer is through the experiences of people who have already bought from them. Customer reviews reveal details that a product listing never will: how the honey tastes compared to store-bought, whether the beekeeper is friendly and knowledgeable, and whether people come back for more.

  • Visitors praise hands-on hive tours led by a knowledgeable beekeeper in an urban setting, with practical demonstrations.
  • The on-site shop offers multiple types of raw honey sourced from NYC and beyond, highlighting variety and flavor.
  • Customers highlight the beekeeper's approachable, expert guidance and friendly teaching style.
  • The experience extends beyond honey to bee-related items and educational materials for families.
About the Seller

About This Seller

Not every place that sells honey is the same. A backyard beekeeper managing a handful of hives produces a very different product than a grocery store stocking mass-market brands. Knowing the seller type helps you understand how close you are to the source. The closer you are, the fresher and more traceable the honey.

Beekeeper

Astor Apiaries is a beekeeper and apiary, meaning they keep their own hives and harvest honey directly. This is as close to the source as you can get when buying local honey in Astoria, New York.

33-22 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105, United States

+1 201-830-2337
astorapiaries.com
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Processing

Raw & Unfiltered Status

How honey is processed after harvest makes a significant difference in what ends up in the jar. Raw honey preserves the enzymes, pollen, and antioxidants that heat destroys. Unfiltered honey retains the fine particles of beeswax, propolis, and pollen that commercial filtering removes. Crystallization is actually a sign of raw, minimally processed honey, not a flaw.

Raw

Astor Apiaries produces raw honey that has not been heated above natural hive temperatures. This preserves the enzymes and nutritional profile that commercial processing typically destroys.

Varietals

Honey Varietals

Honey takes on the flavor, color, and aroma of whatever flowers the bees are foraging. A jar of pale, mild clover honey tastes nothing like dark, earthy buckwheat, even if both come from hives in the same county. Seasonal and regional variation is part of what makes local honey worth seeking out. No two batches are exactly alike.

Orange Blossom

Astor Apiaries carries Orange Blossom honey. Each varietal reflects the local flora around Astoria, New York, giving you a taste of what's actually blooming in the region.

Health

Local Honey & Allergies

One of the most common reasons people seek out local honey is the belief that it can help with seasonal allergies. Bees collect pollen from nearby plants, trace amounts end up in the honey, and regularly eating that honey may help your body build tolerance over time. For those interested in trying it, raw and unfiltered honey is preferred, since commercial processing removes most pollen content.

No reviewers have mentioned purchasing Astor Apiaries honey specifically for allergy reasons. That doesn't mean it wouldn't be suitable. If local pollen content matters to you, ask the seller about where their hives are located and how their honey is processed.

Visit

Can You Visit?

There's something about visiting a local honey producer in person that no online listing can replicate. Seeing the hives, meeting the beekeeper, tasting different varietals side by side - it gives you a connection to the product that a grocery shelf never will. Many farms and apiaries welcome visitors, offer tastings, and sell directly on-site, often at better prices than retail.

Open to visitors

Astor Apiaries welcomes visitors to their location in Astoria, New York. Whether you're stopping by their farm stand, touring the apiary, or simply picking up a jar, visiting in person is the best way to experience what they offer and ask the beekeeper your questions directly.

Purchasing

Where to Buy

Finding where to actually purchase local honey can be the hardest part of the process. Many producers sell through limited channels like weekend farmers markets, seasonal farm stands, or small online shops that may sell out between harvests. Direct purchases from the beekeeper, whether at a market, farm stand, or their own website, typically offer the freshest product.

Retail Store Pickup Only

Astor Apiaries sells through Retail Store and Pickup Only.

Products

Products Available

A jar of liquid honey is just the starting point for many local producers. Beekeepers often offer a full range of hive-derived products: comb honey, creamed honey, infused varieties, beeswax candles, skincare products, pollen, and propolis. A diverse product range usually signals a knowledgeable, established operation.

We don't have confirmed details on the full product range at Astor Apiaries beyond honey. Many local producers in New York carry additional hive products. It's worth asking about comb honey, beeswax items, or other specialties when you make contact.

Hours

Opening Hours

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 12-7 pm
  • Wednesday 12-7 pm
  • Thursday 12-7 pm
  • Friday 12-7 pm
  • Saturday 10 am-7 pm
  • Sunday 10 am-7 pm
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Astor Apiaries sell raw or unfiltered honey?
Yes. Astor Apiaries produces raw honey that has not been heated above natural hive temperatures. This preserves the enzymes and beneficial compounds that commercial processing typically removes. Whether their honey is also unfiltered has not been confirmed. Contact them directly in Astoria, New York if that's important to you.
What types of honey does Astor Apiaries offer?
Astor Apiaries is known to carry Orange Blossom honey. Each varietal has a distinct flavor profile, color, and texture shaped by the flowers the bees forage in the Astoria, New York area. Availability can vary by season since different plants bloom at different times of year. Contacting them directly is the best way to check what's in stock.
How can I buy honey from Astor Apiaries in Astoria, New York?
Astor Apiaries sells their honey through Retail Store and Pickup Only. Orders are available for local pickup in the Astoria area. For the most current availability and hours, reaching out to them directly is always recommended.
Can I visit Astor Apiaries in Astoria, New York?
Yes. Astor Apiaries appears to welcome visitors at their location in Astoria, New York. Customer reviews mention visiting in person, which suggests you can see the operation firsthand and purchase directly on-site. Visiting a local honey producer is one of the best ways to learn about how the honey is made and to find the freshest product available. It's a good idea to contact them ahead of time to confirm hours and any visitor guidelines.
Is Astor Apiaries a local beekeeper?
Yes. Astor Apiaries is a beekeeping operation in Astoria, New York that manages their own hives and harvests honey directly. Buying from a beekeeper means the honey goes from hive to jar with minimal middlemen, which typically results in a fresher, more traceable product. Beekeepers can also tell you exactly where their hives are located, what the bees are foraging, and how the honey is processed.
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