Bottling Honey the Classy Way

I love a the classy look of Muth glass bottles. We have spent a lot of time figuring out a good technique to help them look even better. It is a tedious process but well worth it in my opinion. I decided to share. What do you think?
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[@brucesbees]

What do y’all think of these Muth jars and the way we bottle them up? It is a lot of work but definitely worth it in the end. They make very nice gifts and I just uploaded them to the website for folks to order if they would like. Check it out here: brucesbees.com/

[@michaelshelnutt3534]

Bruce, I cant tell you how much I appreciate you doing this video. There are TONS of videos on working the bees, and some on extracting, but not many on the packaging part. I have been thinking a lot on this topic, and this video is right on time. Thank you again.

[@brucesbees]

Glad you like it. So many ways to do it. Most of the honey I sell is in the squeeze bottles but these are very nice and work well with the right clientele and as gifts.

[@JCsBees]

Nice video. The added touch of the wax for a seal is a great idea.

[@jbgoodman4495]

Good quality video, thanks for the idea!

[@brucesbees]

Thanks for checking in!

[@royboyd717]

I'll say it again, Bruce "You are the man!" Excellent ideas and looks good!

[@brucesbees]

Thanks for checking in!

[@gingerbrimer8486]

You are very classy with your product. The care to detail is admirable. Keep up the good work. I live in Alabama and am proud you do too. I’m just beginning in beekeeping and watch all your videos

[@brucesbees]

Thanks so much for your kind words.

[@WildwoodsBeekeeping]

That Is Cool! Thanks for sharing This and god bless!

[@brucesbees]

Thanks Grayson!

[@DooleyBFR]

Yes Sir ats Perty! God Bless You and Your Bees!!!

[@mattsara2802]

They look really nice with that wax.

[@rameezraja8030]

Applauds! Simple yet an elegant way to brand a product. Very Well done!

[@brucesbees]

Thanks. They are very nice.

[@donbearden1953]

Bruce, those look great! More of a high end bottling! I love the wax seal that you came up with. I hope they do great for the Christmas season!

[@brucesbees]

Yes they turn out really nice. I got the idea from someone else but have actually changed it a bit for my preference. There is a learning curve for sure to get a nice clean look.

[@TennesseeTim38451]

That’s beautiful presentation Bruce!!!

[@brucesbees]

Thanks Tim!

[@dcsblessedbees]

I love those, that is the style I'd like to use. "DC' Old Fashion Bee Spit." I love the old style look of old snake oil bottles from the old West. Ty so much Bruce, I'd give you 2👍up if I could, it's the unique touches that make something stand out, great work.

[@brucesbees]

Thanks man. Trying to up my game a bit.

[@flowerstreetfarmbees]

Video looks great, Bruce! Muths do, too!

[@gregdunn6422]

Looks fantastic Bruce!

[@brucesbees]

Thanks!

[@SortOfaBeekeeper]

Thanks for sharing this Bruce! I like the shape of this bottle! The honey has a very classy look!

[@theprintmintshop]

Love it! Thanks for sharing and for the shout out 🎉

[@michaelfike7542]

They look great. The self service honey is a great idea may give it a try and see how honest my neighbors are. 😀

[@brucesbees]

Has worked well for me for a year and a half now!

[@SupremeNaturalzLLC]

Very nice! I purchased your honey last week at Alpine Farm and my children and I absolutely love it!

[@brucesbees]

Hey that’s awesome. Glad you like it!!!

[@sourwoodbranchbeefarm6515]

Great info Bruce. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@jonniebl]

That's a great idea. Thanks

[@CastleHives]

Those jars look great Bruce.

[@brucesbees]

Thanks Brian. It’s a lot of work and extra steps but worth it I think for the look and vibe. Perfect for gifts.

[@thesunbuney5048]

Very elegant, Happy holidays to you and your family.

[@brucesbees]

Thanks. You too!

[@adamsoutdoors]

Awesome!! Nuff said!!

[@garycorlew2080]

I like the look of the Muth jars, I live about 20 minutes from better bee and get most of my equipment from them, I have been a customer since they first opened

[@brucesbees]

Yes they still seem to have good customer service even though they are quite large!

[@jimdandy6729]

Love those.

[@manosbeefarm]

What size sells the best

[@josephrawls]

Nice.

[@628DirtRooster]

No doubt they are a better look. We order our queenline jars from Better Bee. Those tags look really nice.

[@brucesbees]

Thanks for checking in my friend!

[@johnmitchell8170]

We do something similar with the muth jars. We also tie in a wooden honey dipper using the same string as the tag. Reall like your wax seal. I'll add that next year. And yes they sell like crazy this time of year.

[@brucesbees]

The honey dipper sounds like a nice touch!

[@tshephomakgopa4653]

Nice

[@brucesbees]

Thanks. They turn out very nice!

[@alhambraorchardapiary4882]

Very nice I may try the beeswax seal at some point next year.

[@brucesbees]

Great! I hope it works out for you. There is a little bit of a learning curve but not too bad.

[@tonyfox5422]

Really good info. Thank you. We sell honey 0.75lb for $12…………I am in UK and that’s at today’s exchange rate. But these special bottles would get more I am sure.....a lot more. They are certainly more good looking present style.

[@brucesbees]

If you try it out let me know how it works out. Thanks for checking in frío across the pond. I’m watching the World Cup soccer match between the US and England right now!

[@estebanluiscanteros7880]

Hi, a little gem how is it 👍. Greetings from Argentina

[@ronaldburleson1099]

Just wondering if you minded sharing where you get the tools you used to make the tags. Thanks

[@nzs316]

So labour intensive.

[@brucesbees]

Yes it is. But worth it and some people are willing to pay more for that classy look. I don’t sell a lot of these but they can be profitable.

[@nzs316]

@@brucesbees I forwarded your Web channel link as many people as I could think of. It’s really nice to see a product that you know it’s provenance compared to something you buy off the shelf, as an example, out of Walmart. Where your not sure what’s in it or if it’s corn syrup disguised as honey.

[@nzs316]

Do you know what could be interesting?. How about an, “adopt a hive” for kids in school. And then at the end of the season the parents can order honey from that hive!

[@brucesbees]

Hey good stuff. Thanks!

[@sgiza30]

Quick question. Do the corks come out easy with out destroying it due to the wax seal. Love your videos. Thank You

[@brucesbees]

I haven’t removed a lot of them but the wax seal does not seem to be an issue. The bigger issue is that I push them in pretty hard to make sure they down come loose so you have to grab them pretty hard to remove them. Or pry them up with a knife or other object to get them started. If careful can be removed without significant damage.

[@popaki9484]

They look awesome! I prefer a 6oz but hard to find. How do you prep the glass for the honey? Do you wash it by hand or boil it or stick it in the dish washer??

[@brucesbees]

The bottles are clean when they come. I pull them out of the box and fill.

[@popaki9484]

⁠@@brucesbeesthat’s good to know. I bought some jars and even though they look clean they don’t necessarily smell clean. What kind of advice do you have for someone like me….whose interested in getting into buying bees and harvesting honey?

[@brucesbees]

@popaki9484 no way to completely answer that question here. Biggest thing is to find a mentor if possible and give it a go. Might be some things in this video that would be helpful to consider before diving in. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3vMYmV6i8R7m7Msi=_A5-00H7so-LfUcx

[@lindseychinni5296]

These present so well, but I'm trying to figure out the best way for customers to remove the seal and uncork the bottles. That part isn't working out so great. Would love to know if you've come across any tricks.

[@brucesbees]

Hmm I don’t know. Never had anyone really say it was an issue except for one older lady that had a hard time. Maybe a corkscrew would work?🤷🏻‍♂️ I personally have just worked the cork back and forth or used a knife or some sort of utensil to loosen the cork.

[@lindseychinni5296]

@@brucesbees Thanks for your feedback. Maybe I'd shoved the cork in too far, but I was making a mess trying to scrape the wax off an 8oz jar, and the corkscrew left bits in the honey. But after lots of web scouring and some more experimentation, I think I've found the trick! Wrapping twine around the base of the cork just before dipping...it breaks the seal cleanly and then I can just unscrew the cork. And possibly I was overthinking it if you haven't had any trouble, lol.

[@brucesbees]

@lindseychinni5296 that is an interesting idea. Not sure I understand is the twine inside the bottle?

[@lindseychinni5296]

​@@brucesbees Wish I could upload a pic. Not in the bottle...wrapped around the base of the cork, just atop the bottle. Sort of between the cork and the top of the bottle. Then I dip and the wax seal holds it in place. But a gentle pull unwraps the twine, pulling the wax off with it. It's lovely! And now I think I'll have to raise my price. 😅

[@brucesbees]

Do you tie it on there? How do you get it to stay while you dip?

[@teddyching4175]

Nice video what size of stamp are you using

[@brucesbees]

I believe it is a 2” stamp. That is the width of the wood the stamp is attached to.

[@brucesbees]

But if you decide to order one be sure to clarify specs to make sure it will fit on your tag.

[@teddyching4175]

Thanks

[@glennsnaturalhoney4571]

How much of a premium over the plastic 1 pound do you charge for Muth jars? I charge $8 for 1 pounds plastic and $10 for 1 pound Muth. Is that reasonable? Also for large orders how much discount for wholesale?

[@brucesbees]

I currently charge $8 and $15 for one and two pound squeeze bottles. And $5, $9 and $16 for the three sizes of Muth jars.

[@brianpendleton6674]

What type of wax do you use to seal the cork?

[@brucesbees]

Beeswax

[@glennsnaturalhoney4571]

We are required to have contact info on the bottle. Guess I could put it on the back of the tag?

[@brucesbees]

It is on there.

[@brucesbees]

On the tag

[@rodneymiddleton9624]

Looks great Bruce! How much do the glass jars add to the price compared to plastic? Thanks!

[@brucesbees]

I sell them locally for $5,$8 and $16. They are a little more on the website. Just a little more on the website.

[@rodneymiddleton9624]

@@brucesbees That's not too bad! Thanks and hope you had a wonderful thanksgiving!

[@koz6670]

What size stamp are you using?

[@brucesbees]

I think it is either 1 3/4” or 2”. I can’t remember for sure.

[@brucesbees]

Court be 1 7/8”. The tag is 2” wide.

[@koz6670]

@@brucesbees ok thanks, what do you sell these for in person?

[@brucesbees]

I sell them locally for $5, $9 and $16 but that price will vary depending on situation and location.

[@koz6670]

@@brucesbees gotcha I am looking to try and do something similar for some local gift shops

[@manzarabbaskalyar7850]

What's price?

[@brucesbees]

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