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I did ask if there was any of the settlers that had apiarys in the town but they didn't have any answers. I know there was a lot of wild flowers and bumble bees but I didn't see any honey bees.
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When we returned I did a quick inspection and when I pulled the top box it was attached to the one below and there was an abundance of capped honey between the frames(upper and lower) I scrapped it off and placed it in a canning jar to see if there was some honey for me! Here is some pics of the process.
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The comb was crushed with a wooden spoon in the jar.
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Duct tape was used to tape 2 jars together, then flipped over to let the honey strain through overnight.
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The next day there is was, our first real HONEY! it tastes quite exceptional, very floral and light. I thought it might have more of a blackberry honey flavor (one of my favs) but it did not. Looking forward to possibly harvesting more if the bees can come through.
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