Established · 11 signalshoney

Hunt and Gather Bee Company

Name: Hunt and Gather Bee Company
Address: Waikato, NZ
Location: Hunt and Gather Bee Company

The human journey behind Hunt and Gather Bee Co. Outstanding Sustainability Hero, Outstanding Food Producer Awards (2024) · Gold Medal for Chai Spice Honey, Outstanding Food Producer Awards (2024)

“Kānuka Honey: Their most award-winning and best-selling honey, described as smooth and light with a rich butterscotch flavor.” · “Chai Spice Honey (in collaboration with Mons Flavour): A 2024 Outstanding Food Producer Awards Gold Medal winner, blending Kānuka honey with chai spices.” · “Circular Economy:** They have implemented a circular economy system where pre-loved jars are returned, sterilized, refilled, and sold at a reduced price.”

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Their Story

The human journey behind Hunt and Gather Bee Co. is one of transformation and a deep commitment to sustainability. Founders Rory and Hannah O'Brien were previously dairy farmers, with Hannah also working as a teacher. Seeking a more sustainable and fulfilling venture, Rory applied for an apprentice…

What They Make

Mānuka Honey MGO100+
Kānuka Honey
Rewarewa Honey
Bush Blend Honey
West Coast Blend
Special Harvest - Southern Rātā Honey (seasonal/specialty item)
Chai Spice Honey (collaboration with Mons Flavour)
Mānuka Honey and Orange Blossom Gin (collaboration with Good George Distillery)
'Sweet As' Sauerkraut (collaboration with Good Bugs)
Beeswax Food Wraps - Three Pack
Beeswax Food Wraps - Large
Honeycomb
3-pack Gift Box

Awards & Recognition

Outstanding Food Producer Awards — Outstanding Sustainability Hero(2024)
Outstanding Food Producer Awards — Gold Medal for Chai Spice Honey(2024)
BYD Auto New Zealand Sustainability — Finalist(2024)
London International Honey Awards — Silver Medal for Kānuka honey(2022)
Outstanding Food Producer Awards — Gold Medal for Kānuka honey(2020)
Outstanding NZ Producer Awards — Three wins
Rural Women Emerging Business — Accolade
Auckland Good Food Boost — Winner(2019)

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How to Get Their Products

Farmers' Markets

Waikato Farmers' Markets

Waikato·Various

Online

Online purchase with nationwide delivery in New Zealand, free shipping on orders over $85. Products are also available through physical stockists, online stockists, and wholesale.