Honey Tasting · September 13–14, 2027 · Block Island, Rhode Island
Rhode Island's beloved island destination hosts an intimate honey and coastal harvest weekend each September, celebrating the island's small but thriving beekeeping community. Block Island honey — made from seaside goldenrod, wild rose, and native beach plum blossoms — has a distinctive coastal terroir beloved by food enthusiasts. The weekend includes apiary open houses, honey-paired seafood dinners at local restaurants, ferry excursions with beekeeper guides, and a Saturday market featuring island-made honey products.
Type: Honey Tasting
Date: September 13–14, 2027
Location: Water Street, Block Island, Rhode Island
Official website: Block Island Honey & Coastal Harvest Weekend 2027
Honey tastings guide participants through the flavor profiles, aromas, and textures of different honey varieties, building appreciation for terroir and floral sources.
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