Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Did you know...

*The color and flavor of honey differ depending on the bees' nectar souce (blossoms).
*There are more than 300 unique kinds of honey in the United States.
*Lighter colored honeys are mild in flavor, while darker honeys are usually more robust in flavor.
*Honey is a rich source of carbohydrates, providing 17 grams at just 64 calories per tablespoon.
*A hive of bees has to fly more than 55,000 miles to make a pound of honey.
*The lifespan of a queen bee is two to eight years.

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