Raw Honey & Hot Honey Duo - Sweet Heat 2-Pack Gift Set | Small Batch Farm Grown | Lady May

The HoneyMakers Story: From Restaurant Kitchen to Bee Farm

Our honey adventure buzzed to life at The Lady May Restaurant, where our from-scratch kitchen uses nearly 200 pounds of raw honey a month for baking bread, pickling vegetables, and creating our signature dishes. When we discovered our honey was being sourced from Argentina and local supply couldn't meet our demand, we made a bold decision: we'd establish our own bee farm.

Three summers ago, armed with newfound knowledge from a beekeeping class, we set up our first 10 hives in Brookhaven, MS. We stumbled through hilarious mishaps (like the time I wore shorts, dropped a hive, and got stung 12 times while Will filmed the whole ordeal), faced challenges like hive beetles and wax moths, and spent sweltering days in bee suits tending our hives. Our first summer yielded no honey. Last summer, just 8 small jars.

But we persevered, and this summer's harvest made it all worthwhile. After three hot summers tending to our bee hives, we've finally harvested enough honey to sustain our restaurant and market through the end of the year. The future is looking sweet as we expand to our second farm near Ocean Springs with a vision to supply all the honey for our restaurants, May's Market, and our online store.

We wish we could share our fresh honey with Nana and Granny (our grandmothers), but we know they're smiling down as we share our honey and many of their recipes with you.

The Lady May's Sweet Heat Duo Bundle

Experience the best of both worlds with our honey duo: pure raw honey straight from our hives and our signature hot honey infused with red peppers. Both are small-batch, handmade, and crafted with the same care we bring to everything at Lady May.

What's Inside Your Duo:

💋 12oz Raw Honey Squeeze Bottle
Flavor Profile: Smooth, floral, and naturally sweet
Pure, unfiltered honey from our Brookhaven bee farm with delicate notes of wild blossoms and sunshine-kissed nectar. This is honey the way nature intended—raw, real, and full of character. The same honey we use in our restaurant for everything from tea service to salad dressings. Perfect for drizzling on toast, stirring into tea, or enjoying by the spoonful.

💋 12oz Hot Honey Squeeze Bottle
Flavor Profile: Sweet upfront with slow-building peppery heat
Our signature creation—pure honey from our hives infused with red peppers for a sweet-heat experience that's become a restaurant favorite. The sweetness hits first, then a gentle, warming heat builds and lingers just enough to excite your palate. Exceptional on pizza, fried chicken, biscuits, and cheese boards.

Fun Facts About Our 2.4 Million Bees:

• The buzzing sound comes from their wings which beat over 200 times a second
• Queen bees can live up to 5 years
• One hive can produce up to 24 jars of honey in just 1 season
• Bees have 5 eyes in total
• Honey is an antioxidant that helps improve brain function

Why Customers Love This Duo:

Our Own Bee Farm: Honey from our hives in Brookhaven, MS & Gulfport,MS
Small-Batch Crafted: Limited quantities, maximum quality
Restaurant-Tested: The same honey we use in our kitchen (200 lbs/month!)
Two Distinct Experiences: Pure sweetness and bold sweet-heat in one set
Raw & Unfiltered: Real honey with all its natural goodness intact
Handmade Hot Honey: Our signature red pepper infusion
Convenient Squeeze Bottles: Easy to use, no mess, perfect control
Mississippi Grown: From our farm to your table
Three Years in the Making: Real perseverance, real reward

Perfect For:

Honey lovers • Foodies who appreciate craft ingredients • Pizza enthusiasts • Tea drinkers • Biscuit makers • Cheese board creators • Gift-giving to teachers, neighbors, hosts • Housewarming presents • Thank you gifts • Self-care packages • Anyone who values farm-to-table quality

How to Enjoy Your Sweet Heat Duo:

Raw Honey Uses:
• Drizzle on toast, biscuits, and pancakes
• Stir into tea, coffee, and smoothies
• Sweeten yogurt and oatmeal
• Use in salad dressings and marinades
• Bake into breads and desserts
• Enjoy straight from the bottle

Hot Honey Uses:
• Drizzle on pizza (the classic!)
• Top fried chicken and wings
• Glaze roasted vegetables and meats
• Pair with cheese boards and charcuterie
• Spread on cornbread and biscuits
• Mix into cocktails and mocktails
• Drizzle over ice cream for sweet-heat dessert

Product Details:

Includes: Two (2) 12oz squeeze bottles
Raw Honey: Pure, unfiltered, from our Brookhaven, MS bee farm
Hot Honey: Raw honey infused with red peppers
Production: Small batch, handmade
Ingredients: Organic honey, red peppers (hot honey only)
Packaging: Convenient squeeze bottles for easy use
Origin: Mississippi farm-grown honey from our own hives
Diet Friendly: Gluten-free, vegetarian, kosher

From Our Hives to Your Home

A huge thanks to our incredible team at The Lady May, May's Market, and our approximately 2.4 million bees for their tireless work creating that sweet, golden goodness! And thank YOU for being a customer, a fan, and a lover of all things good. Without you, there would be no honey or bee farm.

Enjoy our honey and save the bees!

— Will Taylor & Chris McDonald 💋
Unique Features & Benefits
  • Sustainable Farming: We partner with farms that prioritize animal welfare and environmental stewardship, promoting a healthier planet.
  • Small Batch Production: Each batch is carefully monitored to maintain consistency and exceptional quality.
  • Wet Rendered: This traditional method preserves the tallow's natural nutrients and flavor, making it a superior choice for various applications.
OUR PROMISE

We want our customers happy! Our promise is to provide you with the best tallow products or your money back!

    Raw Honey & Hot Honey Duo - Sweet Heat 2-Pack Gift Set | Small Batch Farm Grown | Lady May
    Raw Honey & Hot Honey Duo - Sweet Heat 2-Pack Gift Set | Small Batch Farm Grown | Lady May
    Raw Honey & Hot Honey Duo - Sweet Heat 2-Pack Gift Set | Small Batch Farm Grown | Lady May
    Raw Honey & Hot Honey Duo - Sweet Heat 2-Pack Gift Set | Small Batch Farm Grown | Lady May
    Raw Honey & Hot Honey Duo - Sweet Heat 2-Pack Gift Set | Small Batch Farm Grown | Lady May
    Raw Honey & Hot Honey Duo - Sweet Heat 2-Pack Gift Set | Small Batch Farm Grown | Lady May
    Raw Honey & Hot Honey Duo - Sweet Heat 2-Pack Gift Set | Small Batch Farm Grown | Lady May
    Raw Honey & Hot Honey Duo - Sweet Heat 2-Pack Gift Set | Small Batch Farm Grown | Lady May
    Raw Honey & Hot Honey Duo - Sweet Heat 2-Pack Gift Set | Small Batch Farm Grown | Lady May
    Raw Honey & Hot Honey Duo - Sweet Heat 2-Pack Gift Set | Small Batch Farm Grown | Lady May
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      We use high-quality tallow from U.S.-raised cattle, including grass-fed sources, to create every Lady May Tallow product.

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    Our premium tallow is produced with care and dedication by a network of small, sustainable farms in the Southern United States. Each batch is crafted using the traditional wet rendering method, ensuring the highest quality and purity.

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    Tallow FAQs

    What is tallow?

    Tallow has been used for centuries in skincare. With bioavailable vitamins A, B12, D, E, K, and various fatty acids, tallow helps soften, moisturize, and revitalize the skin.

    Do your products have a "beefy" scent?

    We get this question all the time and while it is very valid, the answer is no!

    We use a wet-rendering process for all of our tallow products. This completely purifies the tallow, leaving it odorless, while maintaining the key nutrients and benefits for your skin!

    How much tallow should I use?

    A little goes a long way with our tallow products. Start by using the size of a penny and see if you need more! Tallow will soak into your skin and leave your skin barrier deeply moisturized.

    How should I store my tallow products?

    Store your moisturizer away from light and drastic temperature changes.

    To maintain its original texture, store your moisturizer in a typical temperature-controlled environment (68-74 degrees). Extreme temperatures can cause the tallow to harden in cold conditions or melt in warm conditions. If this occurs, there's no need to worry; the moisturizer is still usable, but know the texture may change.

    Can I use tallow if I have oily skin?

    Yes! When the skin is excessively cleansed and stripped of its natural oils, it tends to overproduce oil. Using a high-quality moisturizer, like whipped tallow, can help maintain skin's moisture balance and prevent excess oil production.

    Can I use tallow if I have acne-prone skin?

    Yes! The antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and skin-repairing qualities of tallow can greatly benefit acne-prone skin.

    What are the uses for tallow skincare?

    There are many uses for your tallow skincare products.

    Our products can be used for moisturizing the skin (face & body), diaper rashes, and eczema/other skin irritations.

    Is this product organic?

    Our tallow boasts a clean label with no artificial ingredients. However, it is not certified organic.

    What part of the cow does the fat come from? Is it suet?

    The fat we use primarily comes from the kidney area and loins of the cow. This specific type of fat is known as suet, prized for its purity and quality. Our "nose-to-tail sustainable farms" ensure that no fat goes to waste, utilizing all parts of the animal for their unique benefits for a premium blend of beef tallow.

    Are the farms sustainable?

    Yes, the farms we partner with focus on ethical practices that respect both the land and the animals. Every batch of our tallow carries the promise of sustainability and a nod to generations past.

    Does this product need to be refrigerated?

    No, the product is shelf-stable at room temperature. However, you can refrigerate or freeze it if you wish to extend the shelf life. Refrigeration will make the product harder, but many bakers prefer this consistency for creating flakier crusts.