Discover Kangaroo Island Bees: Pure Honey & Beyond
Experience the taste of rare Ligurian bee honey and explore our range of gifts, mead, and beeswax candles.
Welcome to The Kangaroo Island Ligurian Bee Co.
Nestled on pristine Kangaroo Island, our bees are part of the world's last pure Ligurian bee population, protected since 1885. At The Kangaroo Island Ligurian Bee Co., we craft premium raw honey, beeswax candles, and honey mead, all sourced sustainably from our thriving hives.
Our commitment to organic beekeeping ensures that every jar of honey captures the untouched beauty of Kangaroo Island bees, delivering rich, floral flavours unique to this sanctuary. Whether you're searching for pure honey, artisanal gifts, or natural beeswax products, our range is designed to bring the best of Kangaroo Island to your home.
Discover the exceptional quality of Ligurian bee honey, explore our handcrafted beeswax candles, or indulge in the smooth taste of our traditional honey mead. Experience the legacy of Kangaroo Island bees—a story of purity, sustainability, and exceptional flavour.
New Release - Ultra Rare honey
A surprisingly bitter honey that will make you come back for more!
Featured Bee Products from Kangaroo Island
Discover the finest bee-crafted products from Kangaroo Island, home to the world’s last pure Ligurian bees. Our range is designed for honey lovers, gift seekers, and those who appreciate natural, handcrafted goods.
Indulge in Kangaroo Island Honey, harvested from pristine floral landscapes and packed raw to preserve its rich flavour and natural nutrients. Looking for something special? Our Honey Gifts are perfect for sharing, featuring beautifully packaged selections of our best honey and beeswax products.
For those who love warm, natural aromas, our Beeswax Candles offer a clean, long-lasting burn, made from pure Kangaroo Island beeswax—a healthier alternative to synthetic candles. Meanwhile, our Honey Mead is a unique nod to tradition, blending pure honey with fermentation to create a smooth, full-bodied beverage.
Each product reflects the purity and heritage of Kangaroo Island bees, ensuring a truly authentic experience.
Our Commitment to Pure Ligurian Bees
At The Kangaroo Island Ligurian Bee Co., we take pride in preserving the world’s last pure Ligurian bee population, a legacy that has been safeguarded on Kangaroo Island since 1885. Due to the island’s strict biosecurity measures and natural isolation, these bees have remained free from disease and hybridisation, allowing them to thrive in their original form.
Our commitment to ethical, sustainable beekeeping ensures that every drop of honey, every beeswax candle, and every bottle of honey mead reflects the purity of this rare species. We use natural, chemical-free practices, protecting both our bees and the pristine environment they call home. By supporting local ecosystems and maintaining healthy hives, we uphold the highest standards of organic honey production.
When you choose our products, you’re not just enjoying premium-quality honey—you’re helping to protect Kangaroo Island bees and their extraordinary heritage.
Our customers love the pure taste of Kangaroo Island honey, the warmth of our hand-poured beeswax candles, and the smooth, rich flavour of our honey mead. Whether it’s a thoughtful honey gift or a special treat for yourself, every product reflects the dedication and care we put into sustainable beekeeping.
Don’t just take our word for it—see what our happy customers have to say! From glowing reviews about our raw honey’s unique floral notes to praise for our long-lasting, all-natural beeswax candles, their words speak for themselves.
Let customers speak for us
Superb Honey and the depth of taste has to be one of my favourites.
My girlfriend bought me a bottle and gave it to me when she came to visit the USA. Absolutely amazing mead!
They don't ship to the USA so you better believe when i came to visit Australia in March was going to pick up a few bottles. Package was delivered quickly to where i was staying in South Australia. Brought the bottles home and gifted one to my friend who loves mead and said it was amazing. Also shared it with my parents who do not usually like mead but my father said "Wow! This is amazing, where can i get some of this mead!?" i told him "Australia :)" They complimented many times how delicious it was! We paired this with a charcuterie board.
This Mead is a winner. I've had other meads that just taste like fermented honey and average. The flavors and sweet notes are top tier and complex. It is very smooth and even at 20%, you wouldn't know it, Very easy to drink. If you like meads, you got to try this one!
been getting this honey for a fair few months now and absolutely love it! great tasting and texture is beautiful. highly recommend. love the info on the sight to help understand where money is going and the high quality and livelihood of the bees as well. love supporting this company and the bees
Karkalla Honey is absolutely exceptional! The unique, slightly salty-sweet flavour with rich floral undertones makes it unlike any honey I’ve ever tried. You can truly taste the untouched wilderness of Kangaroo Island in every spoonful.
Absolutely lovely, can't wait to share some with my Grandsons
I’ve been a fan for several years and can’t keep my husband away from it! Lovely taste and I’m all in for supporting the beautiful bees. My garden attracts bees, dragon flies and goodness knows what else! All good.
Beautiful and smelling gorgeous. Amazing packaging with so much care taken to protect the candles. This is my second purchase and there will be more in the future.
I bought some beeswax candles from Ligurian Bee Co. before Christmas for my daughter. This is my second purchase and again, it’s for my daughter as she has burned through them in no time and ask me for more. The candles smell beautiful and they look great. Packaging is simply amazing with great care taken to pack everything securely.
Definitely different tasting honey to your usual supermarket brand. Slightly crystallised meaning it’s raw, unprocessed and not heated up, just the way I like it. After all, honey never expires and you can keep it in the dark place for years to come. It has now joined my special collection in a dark cupboard.
Everything was great, bee is so soft and honey delish. Would order again
I bought this honey for my husband (he is very fussy about the honey he eats). Well he jut loves it so much that I purchased more honey well before the first one ran out & he ha just told me he has eaten 1/2 the 1.7 kg Jar I purchased about 3-4 weeks ago (remember I said I ordered it when he had 1/2 container left when the next one was delivered). That was his answer when I asked him did he really like the honey I had bought him he said I need another ordered because he is already 1/2 way through the second batch so my next order will be 2x1.7kg containers. So at last I no longer have to search (we have been married 55years this year)the internet for honey. Therefore your honey has definitely deserved 5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.
One of the best honeys I’ve bought. Can’t wait to taste some of the others available.
These beautiful candles my niece (Georgia) first found whilst I was visiting from the UK and we were staying in Anglesey. She lights one every night in memory of a lost love and I ordered them from the UK when she needed more. They smell lovely and give her comfort. I have mostly Bumble Bees in my small garden who fascinate me.
Bought two bottles as Christmas gifts for family, was happy to have a glass also, by far my favourite mead that I've ever tried, bought another bottle already. Absolutely delicious, and definitely sneaks up on you. Our compliments to the chef (and bees).
I have bought as gifts twice.
The recipients loved these.
Beautiful flavors.
Where to find Kangaroo Island Bees?
Our store at 59 Playford Highway, Kingscote, SA is where the world’s last pure Ligurian bees thrive. Located just minutes from Kingscote, our facility is easily accessible for visitors wanting to explore the heritage of Kangaroo Island beekeeping. Whether you're here to enjoy a honey tasting, pick up a beeswax candle, or learn about our sustainable beekeeping practices, we welcome you to experience the magic of Kangaroo Island bees firsthand.
Stop by and discover the flavours and traditions that make our honey truly special!
FAQ
Kangaroo Island is home to the world’s last pure Ligurian bees, protected from disease and hybridisation since 1885. Thanks to the island’s isolation and strict biosecurity measures, these bees produce some of the purest honey in the world, known for its rich flavour and unique floral notes.
Yes! Our Kangaroo Island honey is 100% raw, unprocessed, and free from additives. It is collected using sustainable, organic beekeeping methods to preserve the natural enzymes, nutrients, and rich taste that make our honey so special.
Absolutely! Our honey gifts and honey hampers are perfect for any occasion, featuring premium honey, beeswax candles, and other handcrafted products from our hives.
Our beeswax candles are made from pure Kangaroo Island beeswax, which burns cleaner, longer, and without toxins compared to paraffin candles. They also emit a natural honey-like aroma, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Yes! We welcome visitors to learn about our bees, explore our honey-making process, and shop directly from our store. Visit us at 59 Playford Highway, Kingscote, SA to experience the world of Kangaroo Island bees firsthand.