Did you know we have beehives on-site at Pearse Lyons Distillery? đŻ As part of Bee8, an environmentally sustainable social enterprise in Dublin’s Liberties, we house two beehives as part of our commitment to community and sustainability.
One of our beekeepers Declan, recently gave us a behind-the-scenes look at a hive inspection. The good news? Our hives are thriving! With strong colony numbers, we supplemented them with fondant to support their energy levels as they transition into spring.
While the recent unseasonably warm weather in Dublin has made our hives appear active, we still need to wait a few more weeks before conducting full inspections. Early signs are promisingâour bees are busy, the colony is strong, and weâre optimistic for a great start to the season. A successful spring means a healthy queen, growing brood, and plenty of food stores to sustain them during peak foraging months.
Declan even harvested some honey, and our team got to sample itâit was absolutely delicious!
Here is what Declan had to say about being one of our beekeepers:
âItâs a buzz. I find it very therapeutic. You sort of go into a meditation when you are doing the inspections. Even the buzzing. You canât focus on anything else. You must go both as quick as you can and slow as you can. You must be very easy and slow taking the frames out, but you canât have the hive open too long as they will get agitated.â
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