{"product_id":"ohio-newton-falls-raw-honey","title":"Ohio Newton Falls Raw Honey","description":"\u003cp\u003eRaw, unfiltered honey harvested from the forests and river valleys surrounding Newton Falls. This deep golden honey is gathered by bees foraging among black locust, basswood, clover, wild raspberry, goldenrod, and native hardwood blooms across the wetlands and woodlands of northeastern Ohio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewton Falls sits along the Mahoning River in a region shaped by rolling forests, old iron bridges, waterfalls, and rich summer forage. The area’s mix of wildflower fields, river bottoms, hardwood forests, and dense tree cover creates a complex, full-bodied honey with smooth floral notes and a rich natural finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnheated and minimally handled to preserve natural pollen, enzymes, aroma, and texture — just pure Ohio honey straight from the hive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRich golden honey with notes of wildflowers, fresh wood, light caramel, and a smooth herbal finish. Early season black locust and basswood blooms contribute delicate floral sweetness, while later summer forage adds deeper earthy complexity and body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNectar Sources\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeasonal nectar sources may include black locust, basswood, white clover, wild raspberry, autumn olive, tulip poplar, goldenrod, aster, knotweed, and native woodland wildflowers found throughout northeastern Ohio. Floral composition naturally changes throughout the season depending on rainfall, temperature, and bloom timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Pollens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause this honey is raw and minimally filtered, it naturally contains trace pollens collected by bees throughout the surrounding forests, river valleys, and meadows. Common pollen sources in the region may include maple, oak, basswood, goldenrod, clover, willow, blackberry, raspberry, aster, and various native wildflowers. These pollens contribute to the honey’s seasonal character, aroma, and regional identity while reflecting the biodiversity of Ohio’s mixed hardwood ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Region\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvested from apiaries placed near the forests, wetlands, and river corridors surrounding Newton Falls during the spring and summer nectar flows. Located in northeastern Ohio near the Mahoning River watershed, the region is known for its rolling wooded terrain, fertile soils, old-growth tree stands, and abundant summer forage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surrounding landscape includes hardwood forests, wetlands, hay fields, creek bottoms, and reclaimed natural areas that provide bees with a long and diverse foraging season. Local nectar flows can shift significantly throughout the summer as black locust and basswood blooms give way to clover, wild berry blooms, goldenrod, and late-season wildflowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMuch of the area remains lightly developed compared to larger urban regions of Ohio, helping preserve healthy forage corridors and natural pollinator habitat. Seasonal weather patterns, rainfall, and bloom timing create yearly variation that gives each harvest its own distinct regional character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExcellent with aged cheddar, toasted breads, oatmeal, roasted nuts, barbecue, black tea, and fresh butter. Also pairs exceptionally well with biscuits, apple desserts, and smoked meats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the Hive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur bees forage across the forests, river valleys, and wildflower fields of northeastern Ohio, gathering nectar from a constantly changing landscape shaped by the seasons. Every jar reflects the local bloom conditions, weather patterns, and natural character of the Ohio countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stinger Honey Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45826959540360,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/9181\/6328\/files\/ohio-newton-falls-swamp-honey_8c6bdbf2-e06f-4f9c-b6d7-96e63815643f.png?v=1778852522","url":"https:\/\/stingerhoney.co\/products\/ohio-newton-falls-raw-honey","provider":"Stinger Honey Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}