Honey Alchemy: The Magic of Infusion

Honey Alchemy: The Magic of Infusion

$60.00

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2 hrs

from astor apiaries (directions)

led by nick hoefly (owner & master beekeeper)

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Dive into the enchanting world of honey and discover the art of infusion at "Honey Alchemy: The Magic of Infusion."

Under the guidance of expert beekeeper Nick Hoefly, you'll experiment with a range of ingredients to craft your own infused honey.

Engage your senses in a guided tasting session, where you'll experience the subtle nuances that different ingredients bring to honey while understaning how infused honeys can elevate dishes, teas, and cocktails.

Whether you're drawn to the soothing notes of lavender, the warmth of cinnamon or the zest of citrus, you'll transform raw honey by infusing it with herbs, spices, fruits and flowers to create your own signature blend to take home.

What You’ll Learn

  • The basics of infusion

  • Selecting the right varietals of honey to pair with complementary flavors that enhance their natural sweetness and complexity

On the Menu

  • Select types and flavor of honey to taste

Your Booking Includes

  • 2 hour class

  • A warm welcome and introduction to the fascinating world of honey

  • All supplies provided, including a selection of high-quality raw honey and a variety of infusion ingredients

  • Expert tips on the infusion process and ideas on how to use your infused honey

  • Light refreshments and a comfortable, inspiring setting for creativity and conversation

Good to know

  • Space is limited to ensure a personalized experience

  • Allergy or dietary restrictions can be accommodated in advance (Astor Apiaries is committed to a safe, enjoyable, and informative workshop for all)

  • No previous experience necessary, just a curiosity and desire to explore the flavors nature has to offer

PRIVATE BOOKINGS

  • This experience is also available for private groups of 6 - 18 guests

 

About Your Guide

Nick Hoefly

Owner & Master Beekeeper, Astor Apiaries

Nick Hoefly is a Certified Master Beekeeper who shares his passion through classes, hive tours and an urban beekeeping apprenticeship dedicated to honey bees and pollinators. A veteran of the TV/Film industry, Nick discovered beekeeping as a hobby with a friend. That hobby grew to eventually founding Astor Apiaries with his wife, Ashley.

He is certified as a Master Beekeeper by the Dyce Lab for Honey Bee Studies at Cornell University and the Apiary Manager for The Bee Conservancy (TBC), developing and overseeing the beekeeping strategy at TBC sites across NYC. Nick has also curated the unique collection of honey varietals sold by Astor Apiaries in addition to his NYC Raw Honey.

 

About The Business

 

The Honey House at Astor Apiaries

33-22 23rd Avenue Queens, NY 11105

Astor Apiaries is an urban bee farm based in Astoria, Queens. Founded by Nick & Ashley Hoefly as their beekeeping hobby grew into a full-fledged business, they’ve gone from 2 hives to managing more than 60 across NYC (and still expanding) in just a few short years. They are passionate about bees and love to speak on the topic to anyone who will listen.

Their honey is simply the best. No matter if it's their local NYC Raw Honey or multitude of Honey Varietals, they’ve done the work to make sure every jar tastes great. They’ve also got a honey for every taste. Explore their Honey Varietals and find your perfect match!