Beekeeping in Eschborn

Honey that tastes like home

Illustration of a jar of summer blossom honey

From the Taunus
since 2010

Locally produced in the Taunus

Certified in pollination beekeeping and beekeeping consultancy

Modern sensor technology and DNA analysis

Our mission

We want to help keep the traditional orchards, gardens and forests of the Taunus diverse and thriving. That is why we manage our own orchards without pesticides and combine certified beekeeping expertise with modern sensor technology and traceable DNA analyses. The result is pure, natural honey from our own apiary, produced locally and with a botanical origin you can trace.

Our story

From an orchard to our first bee colony.

What began in 2010 as a wish to improve pollination for our fruit trees led to our first bee colony. Today, we combine hands-on experience with our certifications in beekeeping consultancy and pollination beekeeping, while continuing to learn with every season.

Our colonies are based in Eschborn, Niederhöchstadt, Kronberg, Mammolshain and Bad Soden. Surrounded by traditional orchards, gardens and forests, they forage from a rich variety of plants that gives each of our honeys its distinctive character.

Our honeys

Three honeys.
Three characters.

From mild and creamy to aromatic or bold and subtly bitter, each honey has a character of its own. DNA analysis results are available for every tested honey and show which plants were detected.

Forest honey in a 500 g jar

Taunus

Forest honey

Our forest honey is dark, richly flavoured and slightly bitter. Honeydew, sweet chestnut and blackberry give it its bold character.

Discover this honey

Our values

What good honey
means to us.

01

Rooted in the region

Our colonies live at carefully chosen sites in the Taunus, close to the landscapes that shape the character of their honey.

02

Built on expertise

Our certifications in beekeeping consultancy and pollination beekeeping complement many years of practical experience.

03

Traceable origins

DNA analyses document the botanical profile of each tested honey and show which plants were detected.

Explore our DNA analyses →

Keeping an eye on our bees

Beekeeping without disturbing the colony.

Sensor readings help us spot changes early at selected locations. They complement our regular hands-on work with each colony, but experience and careful observation remain irreplaceable.

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Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Answers about our honey, DNA analyses, orders and reporting a swarm.

Which honey is right for me?

Our spring blossom honey is mild, floral and creamy, while our summer blossom honey is more aromatic and intense. Forest honey is bold, spicy and slightly bitter. You can compare all three honeys on our honey overview.

Where does BienenWeiss honey come from?

Our colonies are located in Eschborn, Niederhöchstadt, Kronberg, Mammolshain and Bad Soden. There, the bees gather nectar and honeydew from traditional orchards, gardens and forests in the Taunus. Our published DNA analyses show which plants were detected in each tested honey. Find out more on our modern beekeeping page.

Why does honey become solid over time?

Crystallisation is a natural process and not a sign of added sugar. Honey naturally contains different proportions of glucose and fructose, so its composition determines whether it crystallises sooner or later. Spring blossom honey, for example, often becomes solid more quickly than forest honey.

How should I store honey?

Keep honey tightly sealed in a dry, dark place at a reasonably steady room temperature. Avoid direct sunlight and excessive heat; refrigeration is not necessary. It is best to always use a clean, dry spoon.

What does “DNA-tested honey” mean?

DNA analysis provides a botanical profile of a tested honey sample. We explain the process and how to interpret the results on our modern beekeeping page.

How can I buy the honey?

You can find current prices and availability on our honey page. Orders can be collected in Eschborn by arrangement or shipped within Germany.

What should I do if I find a bee swarm?

Keep some distance and leave the swarm as undisturbed as possible. Use Report a swarm to send us the location and optional photos. We will pass your report to beekeepers in the region. If a beekeeper near you can help, they will contact you directly.

Direct from the beekeeper

Fancy some honey?

Would you like to reserve honey or learn more about our apiary? Send us a message and arrange collection in Eschborn.

info@bienenweiss.de
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