Local Honey Jar Wedding Favors

The honest take

Honey jars are one of the best wedding favors because people actually use them. Unlike chocolates (eaten on the night and forgotten) or candles (accumulated and never burned), a jar of good local honey sits in someone’s kitchen and gets used for months.

The “local” part matters. A jar of supermarket honey in a custom label is fine. A jar of honey from a local beekeeper within 20 miles of the venue is a genuinely thoughtful favor that has a story.

Sourcing the honey

Local beekeepers — the best option. Search “[your county/region] honey beekeeper” or check local farmers’ markets. Most small-scale beekeepers are happy to supply weddings; some offer custom labels. Buying direct is often cheaper than retail.

Specialty food shops — curated honey selection, usually artisan producers. More expensive but good variety (wildflower, lavender, heather, orange blossom — match to your venue region).

Wholesale — companies like Savannah Bee Company (US) or Rowse (UK) supply wedding-sized mini jars at volume pricing. Less local, but consistent quality and easy to order in exact quantities.

Jar size

30–50ml (1–2oz) — the sweet spot. Enough to actually use; small enough to pack in a bag. This is what most couples choose.

20ml — very small, feels more like a token than a favor. Gets used once on toast and forgotten.

100ml+ — generous, but heavier and significantly more expensive per unit.

Personalisation

• Custom label with couple’s names and wedding date — standard, always looks good
• “Sweet beginnings” or “Spread the love” — keep the tagline short or skip it entirely
• Wax seal on the lid in wedding colour — small detail, looks good in photos
• Tie a small wooden dipper to each jar with twine — adds $0.50–$1 per unit but elevates the presentation

Print your own labels (Avery templates, home printer) for budget control, or order through online label companies for a cleaner result.

Display at the wedding

• Stacked in a wooden crate on the table, guests take on the way out
• One jar per place setting (adds to the tablescape)
• At the exit, in a basket or on a table guests pass when leaving — captures people who’d otherwise forget

What it costs

Order 10–15% more than your guest count.

Checklist

• Find local beekeeper or supplier — contact 8–12 weeks before
• Confirm jar size and quantity
• Design or order custom labels — allow 2 weeks for delivery
• Decide on extras: dipper, wax seal, ribbon
• Storage: honey is shelf-stable for 2+ years, so no rush to arrange last-minute
• Display plan: table, exit, or place setting

Works well with

• Plantable Seed Packet Favors — offer both for a nature-themed favor station
• Custom Wedding Candle Favors — if you want a second favor option