THREE BEES Spirits FAQs
What is THREE BEES® Spirits?
THREE BEES® Spirits is a premium range of small batch gins, rums and vodkas crafted in Market Harborough, England. The range combines traditional distillation with carefully selected botanicals and a generous infusion of premium local honey, creating distinctive spirits with exceptional flavour and character.
Where are THREE BEES® Spirits produced?
All THREE BEES® spirits are produced and bottled in Market Harborough in Leicestershire, England. The range is created by Market Harborough Honey Co., an award-winning producer known for its commitment to quality and sustainability.
What makes THREE BEES® Spirits different?
THREE BEES® Spirits combine classic distilling techniques with natural ingredients and premium honey from our own beekeeping heritage. Each spirit is crafted in small batches using carefully selected botanicals to create smooth, balanced and distinctive flavours.
Are THREE BEES® Spirits made with natural ingredients?
Yes. The range is crafted using 100% natural ingredients where possible, including botanicals, fruits, spices and premium honey. No artificial flavours or colours are used unless otherwise stated.
Why is honey used in your spirits?
Honey adds depth, balance and natural sweetness to the spirits while enhancing the botanical flavours. It also reflects the heritage of Market Harborough Honey Co., which began as a beekeeping venture.
What spirits are included in the THREE BEES® range?
The range currently includes a variety of premium spirits including:
- London Dry Gin
- Honey Infused Gin
- Raspberry Gin
- Rhubarb Gin
- Sicilian Lemon Gin
- Honey Vodka
- Salted Caramel & Honey Vodka
- Honey Spiced Rum
Dark Caramel Rum
Each spirit offers its own unique flavour profile while maintaining the signature smooth character of the THREE BEES® range.
Are THREE BEES® Spirits award-winning?
Yes. The range has received multiple international awards including recognition from the IWSC, London Spirits Competition, The Gin Guide Awards, Great Taste Awards, and The Global Rum & Cachaça Masters.
How should THREE BEES® gin be served?
Our gins are best enjoyed with a premium tonic over plenty of ice. Garnishes such as citrus peel, fresh berries, or herbs can be used to complement the botanicals depending on the variety.
Can your spirits be enjoyed neat?
Yes. Many of our spirits are designed to be enjoyed neat or over ice as well as in cocktails, thanks to their smooth, well balanced flavour profiles.
Are THREE BEES® Spirits suitable for cocktails?
Absolutely. The range is versatile and works beautifully in both classic and modern cocktails, adding depth and character thanks to the natural ingredients and carefully balanced botanicals.
Do you use sustainable practices?
Sustainability is a core part of our business. Market Harborough Honey Co. is a Certified B Corporation and a member of 1% for the Planet, reflecting our commitment to environmental responsibility, ethical sourcing and supporting biodiversity.
Where can I buy THREE BEES® Spirits?
The range is available online through our website and through selected retailers, farm shops, delis and hospitality venues across the UK. We don't publish a list of stockists of our spirits range.
Where did the name THREE BEE
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What is THREE BEES® Spirits?
THREE BEES® Spirits is a premium range of small batch gins, rums and vodkas crafted in Market Harborough, England. The range combines traditional distillation with carefully selected botanicals and a generous infusion of premium local honey, creating distinctive spirits with exceptional flavour and character.
Where are THREE BEES® Spirits produced?
All THREE BEES® spirits are produced and bottled in Market Harborough in Leicestershire, England. The range is created by Market Harborough Honey Co., an award-winning producer known for its commitment to quality and sustainability.
What makes THREE BEES® Spirits different?
THREE BEES® Spirits combine classic distilling techniques with natural ingredients and premium honey from our own beekeeping heritage. Each spirit is crafted in small batches using carefully selected botanicals to create smooth, balanced and distinctive flavours.
Are THREE BEES® Spirits made with natural ingredients?
Yes. The range is crafted using 100% natural ingredients where possible, including botanicals, fruits, spices and premium honey. No artificial flavours or colours are used unless otherwise stated.
Why is honey used in your spirits?
Honey adds depth, balance and natural sweetness to the spirits while enhancing the botanical flavours. It also reflects the heritage of Market Harborough Honey Co., which began as a beekeeping venture.
What spirits are included in the THREE BEES® range?
The range currently includes a variety of premium spirits including:
- London Dry Gin
- Honey Infused Gin
- Raspberry Gin
- Rhubarb Gin
- Sicilian Lemon Gin
- Honey Vodka
- Salted Caramel & Honey Vodka
- Honey Spiced Rum
Dark Caramel Rum
Each spirit offers its own unique flavour profile while maintaining the signature smooth character of the THREE BEES® range.
Are THREE BEES® Spirits award-winning?
Yes. The range has received multiple international awards including recognition from the IWSC, London Spirits Competition, The Gin Guide Awards, Great Taste Awards, and The Global Rum & Cachaça Masters.
How should THREE BEES® gin be served?
Our gins are best enjoyed with a premium tonic over plenty of ice. Garnishes such as citrus peel, fresh berries, or herbs can be used to complement the botanicals depending on the variety.
Can your spirits be enjoyed neat?
Yes. Many of our spirits are designed to be enjoyed neat or over ice as well as in cocktails, thanks to their smooth, well balanced flavour profiles.
Are THREE BEES® Spirits suitable for cocktails?
Absolutely. The range is versatile and works beautifully in both classic and modern cocktails, adding depth and character thanks to the natural ingredients and carefully balanced botanicals.
Do you use sustainable practices?
Sustainability is a core part of our business. Market Harborough Honey Co. is a Certified B Corporation and a member of 1% for the Planet, reflecting our commitment to environmental responsibility, ethical sourcing and supporting biodiversity.
Where can I buy THREE BEES® Spirits?
The range is available online through our website and through selected retailers, farm shops, delis and hospitality venues across the UK. We don't publish a list of stockists of our spirits range.
Where did the name THREE BEE
Honey Related Questions
Why has my honey crystalised?
If your honey has crystalised, don’t worry, this is quite normal, in fact its quite nice to spread on toast as it doesn’t run off so easily.
At some point in a pot of honey’s lifetime, it will crystalise, basically it has turned into sugar crystals and slightly set. You can infact buy honey already crystalised, it is generally called granulated honey, as said, granulation is a natural process of honey.
Granualted honey is comprised of lots of tiny crystals, these crystals can be big or small, gritty, smooth, a bit like sand or even creamy. The size of these sugar crystals varies depending on the type of flower the honeybee has visited whilst gathring nectar. Honey, generally speaking will remain as a liquid for quite some time where others will turn more solid quite quickly, it all depends on the source of the nectar.
If you do not want your honey to be crystalised, fortunately its a easy job returning it to runny again. You can either warm the honey in warm water, not boiling as this is too hot, or put the jar complete with the lid on in the oven and set it to 50 degrees celcius and leave it, depending on how many jars you are putting in the oven and how granulated the honey is, expect this process to take 24 hours to return it fully to liquid again.
Why is Harborough honey more expensive than supermarket honey?
The reason Harborough Honey is more expensive is because it is a premium quality local product that is not mass produced.
There are a couple of reason why supermarket honey is cheaper, one being because it is generally mass produced and supermarkets buy 1000’s of units at a time. The majority of cheap supermarket honey contains a legal percentage of added syrup and it can still be called honey, so basically its not pure. Also the origin of the honey is after from other parts of the world.
Most honey that you buy in a supermarket is pasteurised which means it has been heat treated to 161 Fahrenheit or higher. This is to help stop fermenation and also to be be able to strain it it to make the honey completely smooth. Heat treating and straining honey to this degree also takes out all the tiny bits of pollen.
Does honey have an expiration date?
No, but honey is required to have a Best Before End date. Honey, if stored correctly in a sealed container can remain stable for decades! However, honey does got through some physical and chemical changes during storage regardless of how you keep it. So keeping it in an appropriate container with a lid on prevents too much moisture from getting into the honey, which would allow the yeasts in the honey to begin fermentation, which is not good!
Generally speaking the longer you keep the honey, it tends to darken and lose some of its aroma and flavor, or mentioned above, it might crystallise. Harborough Honey like the majority of other local honey has a set shelf life of two years from the date it was harvested. Harborough honey is always processed and packaged in a way that should mean your stored honey retains its quality for a long time.
The general rule of thumb is so long as it has been stored properly, any quality honey that has gone past it’s best before date will still be perfectly safe and great to eat.
Why can’t I feed honey to infants under 12 months or age?
It has been documented that honey on rare occasions can contains Clostridium botulinum spores that can cause infant botulism. This is a rare but serious disease. This disease affects the nervous system of young babies (generally under one year old). These spores are present throughout the environment and may be found in duch things as dust, soil and improperly canned food products. Adults and children over one year of age are routinely exposed to to the spores, but not normally affected by it. Honey is safe to consume during pregnancy and lactation. While infants are susceptible to the infant botulism, adults, including pregnant women are not. Infants lack the fully developed gastrointestinal tract of older humans which is why there is some concern over this. Since the mother is not in danger of developing this condition, the unborn baby is well protected.
What is the difference between clear and set honey?
Clear and set / granulated honey is actually the same thing in the way it all started as honey from a comb, however, the more fructose in the honey the longer the honey will remain as a liquid more so. Honey that contains more glucose than fructose and because of this is very likely to cristalise a lot quicker.
There is no difference in the way it tastes, or even the nutritional value. It’s a bit like when Cadbury’s changed the shape of a sqaure of dairy milk from a more square shape to a smooth curved shape, it is the same product but some say it tastes slightly different this is down to the shape / texture.
Soft set honey which is a a mix of both clear and granualted honey, again is the same thing but is clear honey mixed with some crystalised honey then creamed together, the end result is a soft set honey.
What is honey exactly?
Honey is a complex mix of the following items:
- 80% – Natural sugars
- 18% – Water
- 2% – Minerals, vitamins, pollen and protein
From the 80% natural sugar content, around 70% of this is is made up of fructose and glucose. It is this special balance that determines if you end up with clear or set honey. This is why if you put your bee hives on the edge of a oil seed rape field, you are likely to get a harder early honey.
People say local honey is good for curing hay fever, is this true?
Currently there is no widely-accepted scientific research indicating that local honey, or any honey, has positive effects on allergies. Due to this we nor anyone else can make a health claim to say that it is good for hay fever.
We would advise people to do their own research on the internet, or better still buy some of our local Harborough honey, and find out what other people think as a lot of people have reported the benefits of taking local honey. Why not try it and let us know how you get on.
How recyclable are your products?
The jars that the honey comes in, including the lid and the label are all 100% recyclable, so we encourage people to do their bit and dispose or resuse of them appropriately.
Our cut comb container is made from food grade plastic, as much as would like to package this in a more eco friendly way, currently we are sticking with this packaging as it best suits this type of product. We are always looking for ways to improve on packaging, but some things are not quite so straight forward to change.
Where are you located? Is it possible to visit?
We live locally to Market Harborough, and operate from premises locally. We have hives dotted in and around Market Harborough and surrounding area, all within 5 miles or so, as much as we would like to take people to show them off, we do try to keep the locations secret as do not want to attract attention to them as hive theft is a problem unfortunately.
You may be wondering what the address in Coventry is. This is just a service address we use for the little correspondence we get. This is to help protect our privacy.
What is the typical nutritional makeup of honey?
The approximate nutritional composition of traditional English honey is as below, please note these are approximate figures and should only be used only as a rough guide as are not necessarily 100% accurate.
Per 100g Energy (kjoules) 1405 kj Energy (kcal) 325 kcal Fat 02.g of which Saturates 0.1g Carbohydrate 83.4g of which Sugar 69.4 Fibre 0.4g Protein 0.2g Salt 0.016g Mositure 18 – 21%
What is the best way to store Harborough honey?
We find that the best way to store Harborough honey is in a cool dark place and kept at room temperature. A kitchen cupboard is often the best place. Once opened, there is no need to store the honey in a refrigerator.
Why has my honey crystalised?
If your honey has crystalised, don’t worry, this is quite normal, in fact its quite nice to spread on toast as it doesn’t run off so easily.
At some point in a pot of honey’s lifetime, it will crystalise, basically it has turned into sugar crystals and slightly set. You can infact buy honey already crystalised, it is generally called granulated honey, as said, granulation is a natural process of honey.
Granualted honey is comprised of lots of tiny crystals, these crystals can be big or small, gritty, smooth, a bit like sand or even creamy. The size of these sugar crystals varies depending on the type of flower the honeybee has visited whilst gathring nectar. Honey, generally speaking will remain as a liquid for quite some time where others will turn more solid quite quickly, it all depends on the source of the nectar.
If you do not want your honey to be crystalised, fortunately its a easy job returning it to runny again. You can either warm the honey in warm water, not boiling as this is too hot, or put the jar complete with the lid on in the oven and set it to 50 degrees celcius and leave it, depending on how many jars you are putting in the oven and how granulated the honey is, expect this process to take 24 hours to return it fully to liquid again.
Why is Harborough honey more expensive than supermarket honey?
The reason Harborough Honey is more expensive is because it is a premium quality local product that is not mass produced.
There are a couple of reason why supermarket honey is cheaper, one being because it is generally mass produced and supermarkets buy 1000’s of units at a time. The majority of cheap supermarket honey contains a legal percentage of added syrup and it can still be called honey, so basically its not pure. Also the origin of the honey is after from other parts of the world.
Most honey that you buy in a supermarket is pasteurised which means it has been heat treated to 161 Fahrenheit or higher. This is to help stop fermenation and also to be be able to strain it it to make the honey completely smooth. Heat treating and straining honey to this degree also takes out all the tiny bits of pollen.
Does honey have an expiration date?
No, but honey is required to have a Best Before End date. Honey, if stored correctly in a sealed container can remain stable for decades! However, honey does got through some physical and chemical changes during storage regardless of how you keep it. So keeping it in an appropriate container with a lid on prevents too much moisture from getting into the honey, which would allow the yeasts in the honey to begin fermentation, which is not good!
Generally speaking the longer you keep the honey, it tends to darken and lose some of its aroma and flavor, or mentioned above, it might crystallise. Harborough Honey like the majority of other local honey has a set shelf life of two years from the date it was harvested. Harborough honey is always processed and packaged in a way that should mean your stored honey retains its quality for a long time.
The general rule of thumb is so long as it has been stored properly, any quality honey that has gone past it’s best before date will still be perfectly safe and great to eat.
Why can’t I feed honey to infants under 12 months or age?
It has been documented that honey on rare occasions can contains Clostridium botulinum spores that can cause infant botulism. This is a rare but serious disease. This disease affects the nervous system of young babies (generally under one year old). These spores are present throughout the environment and may be found in duch things as dust, soil and improperly canned food products. Adults and children over one year of age are routinely exposed to to the spores, but not normally affected by it. Honey is safe to consume during pregnancy and lactation. While infants are susceptible to the infant botulism, adults, including pregnant women are not. Infants lack the fully developed gastrointestinal tract of older humans which is why there is some concern over this. Since the mother is not in danger of developing this condition, the unborn baby is well protected.
What is the difference between clear and set honey?
Clear and set / granulated honey is actually the same thing in the way it all started as honey from a comb, however, the more fructose in the honey the longer the honey will remain as a liquid more so. Honey that contains more glucose than fructose and because of this is very likely to cristalise a lot quicker.
There is no difference in the way it tastes, or even the nutritional value. It’s a bit like when Cadbury’s changed the shape of a sqaure of dairy milk from a more square shape to a smooth curved shape, it is the same product but some say it tastes slightly different this is down to the shape / texture.
Soft set honey which is a a mix of both clear and granualted honey, again is the same thing but is clear honey mixed with some crystalised honey then creamed together, the end result is a soft set honey.
What is honey exactly?
Honey is a complex mix of the following items:
- 80% – Natural sugars
- 18% – Water
- 2% – Minerals, vitamins, pollen and protein
From the 80% natural sugar content, around 70% of this is is made up of fructose and glucose. It is this special balance that determines if you end up with clear or set honey. This is why if you put your bee hives on the edge of a oil seed rape field, you are likely to get a harder early honey.
People say local honey is good for curing hay fever, is this true?
Currently there is no widely-accepted scientific research indicating that local honey, or any honey, has positive effects on allergies. Due to this we nor anyone else can make a health claim to say that it is good for hay fever.
We would advise people to do their own research on the internet, or better still buy some of our local Harborough honey, and find out what other people think as a lot of people have reported the benefits of taking local honey. Why not try it and let us know how you get on.
How recyclable are your products?
The jars that the honey comes in, including the lid and the label are all 100% recyclable, so we encourage people to do their bit and dispose or resuse of them appropriately.
Our cut comb container is made from food grade plastic, as much as would like to package this in a more eco friendly way, currently we are sticking with this packaging as it best suits this type of product. We are always looking for ways to improve on packaging, but some things are not quite so straight forward to change.
Where are you located? Is it possible to visit?
We live locally to Market Harborough, and operate from premises locally. We have hives dotted in and around Market Harborough and surrounding area, all within 5 miles or so, as much as we would like to take people to show them off, we do try to keep the locations secret as do not want to attract attention to them as hive theft is a problem unfortunately.
You may be wondering what the address in Coventry is. This is just a service address we use for the little correspondence we get. This is to help protect our privacy.
What is the typical nutritional makeup of honey?
The approximate nutritional composition of traditional English honey is as below, please note these are approximate figures and should only be used only as a rough guide as are not necessarily 100% accurate.
| Per 100g | |
| Energy (kjoules) | 1405 kj |
| Energy (kcal) | 325 kcal |
| Fat | 02.g |
| of which Saturates | 0.1g |
| Carbohydrate | 83.4g |
| of which Sugar | 69.4 |
| Fibre | 0.4g |
| Protein | 0.2g |
| Salt | 0.016g |
| Mositure | 18 – 21% |
What is the best way to store Harborough honey?
We find that the best way to store Harborough honey is in a cool dark place and kept at room temperature. A kitchen cupboard is often the best place. Once opened, there is no need to store the honey in a refrigerator.
Retailer & Wholesaler FAQs
What makes THREE BEES® Spirits stand out on shelf?
The range is designed with a strong premium aesthetic and distinctive branding that immediately captures attention. With bold flavour profiles and a recognisable identity, the products perform well in farm shops, delis and specialist retail environments where customers are looking for something unique.
Is the brand supported by awards or recognition?
Yes. THREE BEES® Spirits has received multiple international awards including recognition from the IWSC, London Spirits Competition, The Gin Guide Awards, Great Taste Awards and The Global Rum & Cachaça Masters. These awards provide valuable credibility and help retailers promote the range with confidence.
What types of retailers does the range perform well in?
The range performs particularly well in:
• Farm shops
• Delicatessens
• Garden centres
• Independent wine and spirit merchants
• Premium food halls
• Hospitality venues such as bars, restaurants and boutique hotels
These environments are ideal for premium craft spirits where customers are seeking quality, provenance and something different.
Is the brand suitable for gifting?
Yes. THREE BEES® Spirits are frequently purchased as gifts due to their premium presentation and distinctive flavours. The range performs particularly well during key gifting seasons such as Christmas, Father's Day and special occasions.
Do you provide point of sale or promotional support?
Yes. We can support retailers with branded materials, product information and promotional support to help introduce the range to customers and maximise visibility in store.
Do you work with wholesalers and distributors?
Yes. THREE BEES® Spirits is actively working with wholesalers and distributors across the UK to expand the availability of the range. Trade partners benefit from a premium product with strong consumer appeal and growing brand recognition.
Is stock available for wholesale supply?
Yes. We hold significant production volumes of stock under bond ready for distribution and can support both retail and wholesale supply. This allows us to fulfil larger orders and support growing demand as the brand expands.
What is the story behind the brand?
Market Harborough Honey Co. began as a passion project rooted in the heart of our family garden. It started with a fascination for bees and the essential role they play in nature. While tending to our small vegetable patch, we noticed the incredible difference a few buzzing pollinators made to our plants, and a spark of curiosity took hold.
Our journey into beekeeping officially began with three modest hives tucked away in the corner of a field. At first, the hives were simply a way to give back to nature and support local pollination. As we cared for our first colonies, the bees rewarded us with something remarkable: rich, golden honey that tasted unlike anything we had ever bought. Friends and neighbours soon came knocking for a jar, and what began as a hobby quickly grew into a small-scale production.
Driven by our commitment to quality and a love of sustainable, natural products, we brought Market Harborough Honey Co. to life. We expanded thoughtfully, adding more hives across the Market Harborough area to ensure every jar of honey captures the distinctive flavours of the local flora. Today, we care for over 120 hives, each one producing honey that reflects the diverse blossoms of our countryside.
We are also proud to be members of 1% for the Planet, which means a portion of every sale of our honey goes directly to environmental causes. This includes supporting pollinator conservation, habitat restoration, and sustainable beekeeping projects. It is our way of ensuring that the bees and the natural world they depend on will thrive for generations to come.
Currently, we produce around 10,000 jars of local honey each year, keeping enough aside to use in our spirits. Our goal is to increase production to around 20,000 jars within the next few years and share our honey with customers further afield. Throughout this growth, our values remain the same: respect for the bees, love for nature, and a desire to share the sweetness of our town with others.
The name THREE BEES® represents the three principles that define everything we do: Botanicals, Balance and Bees.
Botanicals are the foundation of every spirit we create. Carefully selected fruits, herbs and spices are chosen to deliver distinctive natural flavours and a depth of character that sets the range apart.
Balance is both the art of distillation and the philosophy behind our business. In every bottle we aim for perfect harmony between flavour, craftsmanship and quality. Beyond the glass, balance also reflects our commitment to doing business responsibly. As a Certified B Corporation and a member of 1% for the Planet, we believe great products should be created in a way that supports communities, protects the environment and contributes positively to the world around us.
And finally, Bees. The inspiration behind the brand. Our journey began with beekeeping and a fascination with the vital role bees play in pollination and biodiversity. That heritage remains central to our story, with premium honey still playing a part in many of our spirits and sustainability guiding the way we operate.
Together, Botanicals, Balance and Bees form the philosophy behind THREE BEES®. Three simple ideas working in harmony to create distinctive, award winning spirits crafted with respect for nature and a commitment to quality.
Is the brand focused on sustainability?
Yes. Market Harborough Honey Co. is a Certified B Corporation and a member of 1% for the Planet, reflecting our commitment to responsible sourcing, environmental stewardship and supporting biodiversity.
Do you offer trade partnerships or collaboration opportunities?
Yes. We welcome opportunities to work with retailers, distributors and hospitality partners through tastings, promotions and collaborative campaigns that help introduce the brand to new audiences.
Why should I stock THREE BEES® Spirits instead of another gin or rum brand?
THREE BEES® Spirits is designed to give retailers something genuinely different. The range combines distinctive natural flavours, award winning quality and a strong brand story rooted in sustainability and British craft production. The products are positioned to stand out on shelf and attract customers looking for premium spirits with character, provenance and authenticity.
What makes THREE BEES® Spirits stand out on shelf?
The range is designed with a strong premium aesthetic and distinctive branding that immediately captures attention. With bold flavour profiles and a recognisable identity, the products perform well in farm shops, delis and specialist retail environments where customers are looking for something unique.
Is the brand supported by awards or recognition?
Yes. THREE BEES® Spirits has received multiple international awards including recognition from the IWSC, London Spirits Competition, The Gin Guide Awards, Great Taste Awards and The Global Rum & Cachaça Masters. These awards provide valuable credibility and help retailers promote the range with confidence.
What types of retailers does the range perform well in?
The range performs particularly well in:
• Farm shops
• Delicatessens
• Garden centres
• Independent wine and spirit merchants
• Premium food halls
• Hospitality venues such as bars, restaurants and boutique hotels
These environments are ideal for premium craft spirits where customers are seeking quality, provenance and something different.
Is the brand suitable for gifting?
Yes. THREE BEES® Spirits are frequently purchased as gifts due to their premium presentation and distinctive flavours. The range performs particularly well during key gifting seasons such as Christmas, Father's Day and special occasions.
Do you provide point of sale or promotional support?
Yes. We can support retailers with branded materials, product information and promotional support to help introduce the range to customers and maximise visibility in store.
Do you work with wholesalers and distributors?
Yes. THREE BEES® Spirits is actively working with wholesalers and distributors across the UK to expand the availability of the range. Trade partners benefit from a premium product with strong consumer appeal and growing brand recognition.
Is stock available for wholesale supply?
Yes. We hold significant production volumes of stock under bond ready for distribution and can support both retail and wholesale supply. This allows us to fulfil larger orders and support growing demand as the brand expands.
What is the story behind the brand?
Market Harborough Honey Co. began as a passion project rooted in the heart of our family garden. It started with a fascination for bees and the essential role they play in nature. While tending to our small vegetable patch, we noticed the incredible difference a few buzzing pollinators made to our plants, and a spark of curiosity took hold.
Our journey into beekeeping officially began with three modest hives tucked away in the corner of a field. At first, the hives were simply a way to give back to nature and support local pollination. As we cared for our first colonies, the bees rewarded us with something remarkable: rich, golden honey that tasted unlike anything we had ever bought. Friends and neighbours soon came knocking for a jar, and what began as a hobby quickly grew into a small-scale production.
Driven by our commitment to quality and a love of sustainable, natural products, we brought Market Harborough Honey Co. to life. We expanded thoughtfully, adding more hives across the Market Harborough area to ensure every jar of honey captures the distinctive flavours of the local flora. Today, we care for over 120 hives, each one producing honey that reflects the diverse blossoms of our countryside.
We are also proud to be members of 1% for the Planet, which means a portion of every sale of our honey goes directly to environmental causes. This includes supporting pollinator conservation, habitat restoration, and sustainable beekeeping projects. It is our way of ensuring that the bees and the natural world they depend on will thrive for generations to come.
Currently, we produce around 10,000 jars of local honey each year, keeping enough aside to use in our spirits. Our goal is to increase production to around 20,000 jars within the next few years and share our honey with customers further afield. Throughout this growth, our values remain the same: respect for the bees, love for nature, and a desire to share the sweetness of our town with others.
The name THREE BEES® represents the three principles that define everything we do: Botanicals, Balance and Bees.
Botanicals are the foundation of every spirit we create. Carefully selected fruits, herbs and spices are chosen to deliver distinctive natural flavours and a depth of character that sets the range apart.
Balance is both the art of distillation and the philosophy behind our business. In every bottle we aim for perfect harmony between flavour, craftsmanship and quality. Beyond the glass, balance also reflects our commitment to doing business responsibly. As a Certified B Corporation and a member of 1% for the Planet, we believe great products should be created in a way that supports communities, protects the environment and contributes positively to the world around us.
And finally, Bees. The inspiration behind the brand. Our journey began with beekeeping and a fascination with the vital role bees play in pollination and biodiversity. That heritage remains central to our story, with premium honey still playing a part in many of our spirits and sustainability guiding the way we operate.
Together, Botanicals, Balance and Bees form the philosophy behind THREE BEES®. Three simple ideas working in harmony to create distinctive, award winning spirits crafted with respect for nature and a commitment to quality.
Is the brand focused on sustainability?
Yes. Market Harborough Honey Co. is a Certified B Corporation and a member of 1% for the Planet, reflecting our commitment to responsible sourcing, environmental stewardship and supporting biodiversity.
Do you offer trade partnerships or collaboration opportunities?
Yes. We welcome opportunities to work with retailers, distributors and hospitality partners through tastings, promotions and collaborative campaigns that help introduce the brand to new audiences.
Why should I stock THREE BEES® Spirits instead of another gin or rum brand?
THREE BEES® Spirits is designed to give retailers something genuinely different. The range combines distinctive natural flavours, award winning quality and a strong brand story rooted in sustainability and British craft production. The products are positioned to stand out on shelf and attract customers looking for premium spirits with character, provenance and authenticity.