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Thank you to all my customers for believing in my dream and for supporting my business throughout the years. I’m so excited to see where we can go from here! Hanna

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HANNA'S BEES

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PURE BEESWAX CANDLES

Experience the health benefits of pure beeswax candles—creating a warm glow while purifying the air.

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RAW IRISH HONEY

Indulge in the exquisite aromas & flavours of Raw Irish Honey, carefully crafted by native Irish honeybees.

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BLOG

Curious much? Explore my blog - a haven for inquisitive minds, beekeepers & non-beekeepers alike.

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— Nourishing You, Nurturing Earth —

At Hanna’s Bees, we lovingly make pure & healthy Irish Honey and Beeswax products that encapsulate the natural healing powers of bees. Our award-winning, hand crafted, toxin-free range is created especially for busy families with young children and pets, and for people sensitive to allergens, offering natural & locally produced alternatives without compromising on quality or style.

Our mission is to make it easier for you and your loved ones to make more sustainable everyday choices, enjoy a healthier life and help protect our endangered native Irish honeybee.

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— Our Favourite Seasonal Recipes —

Honey Fermented Garlic
Garlic and honey are both known for their immune-boosting properties, reducing inflammation, and fighting infections. Fermenting garlic in honey is a great way to combine these two ingredients and create a delicious and healthy food. In this recipe blog, we will explore the benefits of honey fermented garlic, how to make it, and how to use it.
Hot honey recipe

Hot Honey with Fresh Chillies

Hot honey is a flavourful condiment that adds a perfect balance of sweetness and spiciness to your favorite dishes. This Hot Honey recipe uses fresh chillies and is a great cupboard staple. It can can easily be made using left over granulated or crystallized honey from the back of the kitchen press! Enjoy!

— Trending Blogs —

Honey Bees in Winter – Do Bees Hibernate?

Each winter, I marvel at the astonishing ability of our beloved honeybees to withstand the weather. To survive, and to thrive the coming season as if the winter had been but a doddle. But what really happens inside a beehive in winter? Do bees hibernate? Let’s look into the hive and uncover the secrets of their winter survival.

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Wasp Nests – To Remove or Not to Remove?

In this blog we deep dive into wasps and their lifecycles and nests. Read on for all you need to know about wasps, how they live, how to determine if a nest should be removed or not, and how to remove a wasp nest safely.

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How to Render Beeswax

Processing beeswax is quite simple and reasonably straightforward. But only as long as you follow certain guidelines and resign yourself to the fact that it is nearly always a bit messy and there will be a good deal of waste. 

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Hanna & Julius

Hi! I’m Hanna. For nearly a decade, I’ve found inspiration in the world of bees and beekeeping. Originally from Sweden, Cork is now my home, where I’ve dedicated myself to these incredible creatures and my work as a bee advocate.

My journey began with a simple desire to aid pollination in my garden, but it quickly transformed into a deep connection with the healing powers of bees. Through their honey, beeswax, and propolis, I’ve discovered a world of natural remedies and products that nurture both body and soul, and are kind to the Earth.

Beekeeping is my calling. As I tend to my buzzing companions, often in the company of my son, we are also playing our part in preserving the environment. Our Native Irish Honeybees contribute to the delicate balance of nature, reminding us of the profound impact we can make when we harmonize with the world around us.

I’m honoured to share this journey with you as we continue to explore the wonders of bees and their nurturing powers.

Hanna

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— The Beehive Bulletin —

Ramson or wild garlic growing in wooded area

Ramson & Wild Garlic – Habitat, Identification and Recipes

Ramsons, with their mild garlic flavor and versatile culinary applications, offer a delightful foraging experience for nature enthusiasts and food lovers alike. From the lush woodlands to the kitchen table, these wild wonders provide a bounty of fresh, seasonal ingredients to elevate dishes with their unique taste and aroma.

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Do Bees Sleep?

Yes, is the answer. Well, kind of…

Bees have periods of rest that can be likened to sleep in some aspects. But it’s not quite the same as how humans or other mammals sleep.

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Pollen is a vital source of Pollen for bees and bumblebees in spring

Feeding Bees – Winter & Spring

Late winter and early spring is the time of year when honeybees are most at risk of starvation. It is therefore of utmost importance that beekeepers are vigilant and check their colonies for stores and feed if necessary. Read on to learn how to give emergency feed to bees in winter and spring.

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Jew's Ear mushroom

Foraging Jews Ears Mushrooms

Jew’s Ears are a very special kind of mushroom that grows on dead wood, particularly on dead or dying Elder. This mushroom gets its very odd name from the way that younger specimens look very much like human ears.

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about our honeybees

Honeybees are amazing!​

Not only do they make honey and beeswax, but they are also utterly captivating little creatures and wonderful to work with.

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About Our Business

Hanna’s Bees is run by Hanna Bäckmo, a Cork-based beekeeper with a relentless passion for edible gardening, nature, and sustainability.

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