A Taste of Honey Tennessee Style

As a general rule, the lighter the honey is in color, the milder the flavor. Clover is the No.1 source of nectar in Tennessee, followed by the tulip poplar tree. Clover honey is usually light in color, white tulip poplar honey is dark and tastes much like sorghum. Sourwood honey is also popular in Tennessee. Its supply is often limited, however, because it is only produced in areas of high elevation such as the Cumberland Plateau. Many Tennessee beekeepers classify their honey as wildflower honey, because it is derived from a combination of nectars. Soybean and cotton plants supply a large amount of nectar in West Tennessee. Other nectar sources throughout the state include black locust trees and various asters.