Sweet Betsy Farm
Sweet Betsy Farm in Marion, North Carolina, feels like a friendly field trip that somehow ends with a jar in your bag. The hive tours are the real draw, a show hive sits in the shop, and Ed and Karen take the mystery out of beekeeping with patient, small-group explanations. Visitors gush about the rich, ever-changing flavor lineup, with three varieties and an early spring favorite that tastes like fresh blossoms. The on-site honey house runs on an honor system, a rare gem that makes you feel part of the farm. Beyond honey, you can snag fresh eggs, handmade soaps, and a few gifts in the cozy purple shop. You can taste at the Marion farm stand and also order through their online store for doorstep delivery. The bees are kept without pesticides, and repeat visits are the norm here. If you love learning as you sip, this is the Marion you want to visit North Carolina for.