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Hunt and Gather Bee Company
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About
Hunt and Gather Bee Company, based in Raglan, Waikato, crafts award-winning raw native honeys like Kānuka and Mānuka. They also offer unique collaborations and beeswax wraps, all rooted in sustainable, ethical beekeeping.
Their Story
The human journey behind Hunt and Gather Bee Co. is one of transformation and a deep commitment to sustainability. Founders Rory and Hannah O'Brien were previously dairy farmers, with Hannah also working as a teacher. Seeking a more sustainable and fulfilling venture, Rory applied for an apprentice…
What They Make
- Mānuka Honey MGO100+
- Kānuka Honey
- Rewarewa Honey
- Bush Blend Honey
- West Coast Blend
- Special Harvest - Southern Rātā Honey (seasonal/specialty item)
- Chai Spice Honey (collaboration with Mons Flavour)
- Mānuka Honey and Orange Blossom Gin (collaboration with Good George Distillery)
- 'Sweet As' Sauerkraut (collaboration with Good Bugs)
- Beeswax Food Wraps - Three Pack
- Beeswax Food Wraps - Large
- Honeycomb
- 3-pack Gift Box
Awards & Recognition
- Outstanding Food Producer Awards — Outstanding Sustainability Hero(2024)
- Outstanding Food Producer Awards — Gold Medal for Chai Spice Honey(2024)
- BYD Auto New Zealand Sustainability — Finalist(2024)
- London International Honey Awards — Silver Medal for Kānuka honey(2022)
- Outstanding Food Producer Awards — Gold Medal for Kānuka honey(2020)
- Outstanding NZ Producer Awards — Three wins
- Rural Women Emerging Business — Accolade
- Auckland Good Food Boost — Winner(2019)
More from Hunt and Gather Bee Company
Beekeeping ExperiencesHoney Extraction Services
How to Get Their Products
Online purchase with nationwide delivery in New Zealand, free shipping on orders over $85. Products are also available through physical stockists, online stockists, and wholesale.