Free shipping on orders $50+

NorCal Nectar

NorCal Nectar Journal

Raw honey, honey sticks & beekeeping

Buying guides, serving maths, recipes and hive management — written to answer one question at a time, with the sources shown.

1 article · page 1 of 1

Buyer Guides

Honey Sticks vs. Energy Gels: Carbs, Ingredients, Cost & Portability

Energy gels carry roughly four times the carbohydrate of a honey stick, and cost roughly four times as much. This compares what is actually on the two labels — carbs, ingredients, cost per serving, packaging and heat stability — without claiming either one makes you faster.

7 min read

Sweeter in your inbox

Be the first to know about new drops, recipes, and hive updates.