Producer

Miel de Sol is owned and operated by Stephen and Mary Rankin, who have been beekeeping for over 25 years. Their hives are located along the Animas River south of Durango and the San Juan River near Farmington, where diverse seasonal blooms influence the unique flavors of their honey. Unlike many commercial operations, their hives remain in permanent locations and are never moved for pollination. This allows their bees to naturally follow the rhythms of the local environment.

Miel de Sol is committed to truly natural practices. No chemicals are used in the care of their bees or hives, and no synthetic miticides or antibiotics are introduced at any time during the year. Their honey is raw and never heated during processing, preserving its natural enzymes and flavor.

Miel del Sol honey is Certified Naturally Grown (CNG). Their hives are located on the Animas River south of Durango and along the San Juan River near Farmington. Floral sources for the honey depend on the plant and flowers that bloom at the particular locations and time of year. The hives are in permanent locations and are not moved for pollination. No chemicals are used in the care of the bees and hives nor in the processing of the honey. No synthetic miticides or anitibiotics are used at any time during the year.