Description
Premium honey specially prepared for Rosh Hashanah and High Holiday celebrations, approved by Moses himself. Sourced from local beekeepers along Lake Michigan’s North Shore, this pure wildflower honey brings the sweetness of tradition to your family table.
Product Details
- 100% pure wildflower honey
- Raw and unfiltered for maximum nutrition
- Handcrafted by Harry Maisel in small batches
- Sourced from North Shore beehives in Glencoe, IL
- No artificial additives or processing
The Tradition of High Holiday Honey
For over a thousand years, Jewish families have welcomed the New Year by dipping apples in honey, symbolizing hopes for sweetness in the year ahead. This ancient custom connects us to generations of ancestors who shared the same prayers and aspirations.
The Art of Small-Batch Honey Making
Harry Maisel’s beekeeping journey began as a passion project in his mentor’s backyard in Glencoe, but over time it has grown into something far more meaningful. Each jar of Harry’s Honey reflects meticulous care, a deep respect for nature, and an unwavering commitment to quality—qualities you’ll never find in mass-produced honey.
Rosh Hashanah Custom
The tradition of dipping apples in honey dates to medieval times, representing our prayers for a sweet and fruitful new year.
Biblical Connection
Honey recalls the manna described in Torah as “like honey wafers,” symbolizing divine providence during the Israelites’ journey.
Family Heritage
This ritual creates meaningful moments for families to connect with their heritage and pass wisdom to future generations.
Artisan Craftsmanship
Harry personally tends to every aspect of honey production, from maintaining healthy bee colonies to hand-extracting each batch. This attention to detail ensures consistent quality and exceptional flavor.
Local North Shore Wildflowers
The unique microclimate of Lake Michigan’s North Shore produces distinctive wildflower varietals that give Harry’s Honey its complex, nuanced flavor profile that changes subtly with the seasons.
Traditional Methods
Using time-honored beekeeping techniques passed down through generations, Harry avoids modern shortcuts that compromise flavor and nutritional value, resulting in honey that’s truly authentic.
Community Connection
More than just a product, Harry’s Honey represents a deep connection to the Glencoe community and the North Shore ecosystem, supporting local biodiversity through responsible beekeeping practices.
Uncompromising Purity
Never heated, filtered, or processed, Harry’s Honey retains all the natural enzymes, antioxidants, and beneficial compounds that make raw honey a superfood and natural remedy.
Seasonal Excellence
Each batch reflects the blooming cycles of North Shore flora, creating subtle variations that make every jar a unique expression of the local landscape and Harry’s expertise.
Additional information
| Weight | .75 lbs |
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