If you’ve ever enjoyed a warm cup of tea with a dollop of native Manuka, or drizzled wild, aromatic Leatherwood honey over your morning breakfast, you have the honeybees to thank.
Today is May 20th - World Bee Day - and at Pure Origins, it’s essentially one of our favourite days of the year.
But today isn't just about celebrating the premium liquid gold inside our jars, it’s about honouring the tiny, untamed forces of nature that make it all possible. To celebrate our buzzing business partners and thank you for supporting sustainable Australian beekeeping, we have a sweet surprise waiting for you at the end of this read!
All Bees Aren't the Same: A Quick Bit of Bee Trivia
Did you know that the calendar actually features two distinct celebrations for our buzzing friends? It’s a question we get asked a lot in the honey industry, and the answer highlights just how important these creatures are.
World Bee Day (May 20th): Today’s celebration is global and highly environmental in scope. It recognises all 20,000+ bee species worldwide and their massive impact on entire ecosystems, wild landscapes, and global food security.
World Honey Bee Day (Third Saturday in August): This day focuses specifically on the honey bee (Apis mellifera) and the incredible, centuries-old beekeeping industry that carefully manages hives to bring pure honey to our tables.
At Pure Origins, we live and breathe the world of the honey bee, but today, we salute every single pollinator keeping our pristine Australian wilderness green and thriving.
From Pristine Australian Landscapes to Your Table
What makes Australian honey so uniquely premium? It all comes down to where our bees spend their days.
Australia is home to some of the most isolated, untouched flora on earth. Our bees forage deep within native forests to produce varieties of honey you simply cannot find anywhere else in the world.
Our Australian Manuka Range: Sourced from pristine, wild coastal regions, our Manuka honey is famous worldwide not just for its rich, earthy flavor, but for its natural, scientifically-backed wellness properties.
Our Native Australian Range: Deep within ancient, rain-drenched forests and untouched wilderness grows our unique native flora, including the famous Tasmanian Leatherwood bush. The honey our bees produce from these delicate blossoms is incredibly distinct, boasting intense floral aromas and smooth, premium finishes that have won global acclaim.
When you buy a jar of Pure Origins, you aren't just buying sweetener. You are getting 100% pure, single-origin Australian honey that has been sustainably and ethically sourced to protect the very hives that created it.
Let’s Celebrate Together: 15% Off Storewide!
We believe the best way to celebrate World Bee Day is to share the fruits of our bees' hard work with the people who appreciate it most.
To help you restock your pantry with your favourite liquid gold, we are taking 15% OFF STOREWIDE today!
Whether you want to invest in a jar of high-MGO native Manuka for your daily wellness routine, or treat your tastebuds to the unique flavor of our Leatherwood honey, now is the perfect time.
No discount code required. 15% off will apply automatically at checkout. Just ensure a minimum spend of $20.
Our bees never stop working, but this sale won't last forever. Click below to explore our collection and taste the pure, premium difference of authentic Australian honey today!