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A Touch of Colorado

Local Store in Lakewood, Colorado · Raw Honey

A Touch of Colorado

In Lakewood, Colorado, A Touch of Colorado treats honey as more than a condiment. The in-store honey tastings are where locals discover what makes Colorado bees sing, with a tasting board that often pairs gold-honey notes with the scent of beeswax and a shelf full of locally crafted goods. The honey you sample sits alongside handmade soaps and skincare by Colorado artisans, a reminder that this shop is as much about gifts as it is about jars of sweetness. Expect a local-forward lineup that resonates with Lakewood residents and visitors who want one-of-a-kind Colorado-made finds. You can shop everything in the retail store, where gift-wrapping and careful packaging turn a jar of honey into a thoughtful present for friends and family. The staff are friendly and remember your favorites, and you’ll feel the pride of Colorado makers with every visit. A Touch of Colorado is the kind of stop that makes Lakewood feel smaller and sweeter.

Reviews

What Customers Say

One of the best ways to evaluate a local honey producer is through the experiences of people who have already bought from them. Customer reviews reveal details that a product listing never will: how the honey tastes compared to store-bought, whether the beekeeper is friendly and knowledgeable, and whether people come back for more.

  • Local honey is part of a diverse lineup of locally made products at the store.
  • Customers frequently buy honey for family and friends, suggesting repeat visits and loyalty.
  • Reviewers note in-store honey tasting experiences, highlighting taste and quality.
  • The shop pairs honey with other Colorado-made gifts and offers gift wrapping and packaging.
About the Seller

About This Seller

Not every place that sells honey is the same. A backyard beekeeper managing a handful of hives produces a very different product than a grocery store stocking mass-market brands. Knowing the seller type helps you understand how close you are to the source. The closer you are, the fresher and more traceable the honey.

Store

A Touch of Colorado is a retail shop in Lakewood, Colorado that carries honey from local producers. While they don't keep bees themselves, they can be a convenient way to find locally sourced honey in the area.

7278 W Alaska Dr, Lakewood, CO 80226, United States

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Processing

Raw & Unfiltered Status

How honey is processed after harvest makes a significant difference in what ends up in the jar. Raw honey preserves the enzymes, pollen, and antioxidants that heat destroys. Unfiltered honey retains the fine particles of beeswax, propolis, and pollen that commercial filtering removes. Crystallization is actually a sign of raw, minimally processed honey, not a flaw.

We don't have confirmed information about whether A Touch of Colorado sells raw or filtered honey. If the processing method matters to you, it's worth asking the seller directly. Most beekeepers and honey producers are happy to explain how they handle their harvest.

Varietals

Honey Varietals

Honey takes on the flavor, color, and aroma of whatever flowers the bees are foraging. A jar of pale, mild clover honey tastes nothing like dark, earthy buckwheat, even if both come from hives in the same county. Seasonal and regional variation is part of what makes local honey worth seeking out. No two batches are exactly alike.

Specific honey varietals for A Touch of Colorado haven't been confirmed. Many local sellers in Colorado offer wildflower blends that reflect the seasonal bloom in their area. Contacting the seller is the best way to find out what's currently available.

Health

Local Honey & Allergies

One of the most common reasons people seek out local honey is the belief that it can help with seasonal allergies. Bees collect pollen from nearby plants, trace amounts end up in the honey, and regularly eating that honey may help your body build tolerance over time. For those interested in trying it, raw and unfiltered honey is preferred, since commercial processing removes most pollen content.

No reviewers have mentioned purchasing A Touch of Colorado honey specifically for allergy reasons. That doesn't mean it wouldn't be suitable. If local pollen content matters to you, ask the seller about where their hives are located and how their honey is processed.

Visit

Can You Visit?

There's something about visiting a local honey producer in person that no online listing can replicate. Seeing the hives, meeting the beekeeper, tasting different varietals side by side - it gives you a connection to the product that a grocery shelf never will. Many farms and apiaries welcome visitors, offer tastings, and sell directly on-site, often at better prices than retail.

Not confirmed

We don't have confirmed information about whether you can visit A Touch of Colorado in person. If a farm visit or on-site purchase in Lakewood, Colorado is important to you, reaching out to the seller directly before making the trip is recommended.

Purchasing

Where to Buy

Finding where to actually purchase local honey can be the hardest part of the process. Many producers sell through limited channels like weekend farmers markets, seasonal farm stands, or small online shops that may sell out between harvests. Direct purchases from the beekeeper, whether at a market, farm stand, or their own website, typically offer the freshest product.

Retail Store

A Touch of Colorado sells through Retail Store.

Products

Products Available

A jar of liquid honey is just the starting point for many local producers. Beekeepers often offer a full range of hive-derived products: comb honey, creamed honey, infused varieties, beeswax candles, skincare products, pollen, and propolis. A diverse product range usually signals a knowledgeable, established operation.

Soap Skincare

Beyond honey, A Touch of Colorado also offers soap and skincare. This range of products is available through their usual sales channels in the Lakewood, Colorado area.

Hours

Opening Hours

  • Monday 10 am-6 pm
  • Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
  • Thursday 10 am-6 pm
  • Friday 10 am-6 pm
  • Saturday 10 am-6 pm
  • Sunday 11 am-5 pm
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does A Touch of Colorado sell raw or unfiltered honey?
We don't have confirmed information about whether A Touch of Colorado sells raw or unfiltered honey. Many local producers in Colorado do offer raw and unfiltered options, but processing methods vary. If this matters to you, contacting A Touch of Colorado in Lakewood directly is the best way to find out how they handle their harvest.
What types of honey does A Touch of Colorado offer?
Specific honey varietals for A Touch of Colorado haven't been confirmed. Local honey in Colorado commonly includes varieties like wildflower, clover, and other region-specific blooms, but what's available depends on the season and location of the hives. Contacting A Touch of Colorado in Lakewood is the best way to find out what they currently have.
How can I buy honey from A Touch of Colorado in Lakewood, Colorado?
A Touch of Colorado sells their honey through Retail Store. For the most current availability and hours, reaching out to them directly is always recommended.
Does A Touch of Colorado sell anything besides honey?
Yes. In addition to honey, A Touch of Colorado in Lakewood, Colorado also offers soap and skincare. Their beeswax-based products are made from the same hives as their honey, meaning everything comes from a single, traceable source. Check with A Touch of Colorado for their full current product list and availability.
Does A Touch of Colorado carry locally sourced honey?
A Touch of Colorado is a retail shop in Lakewood, Colorado that stocks honey from local producers. While they don't keep bees themselves, buying from a curated retailer can be a convenient way to access local honey without tracking down individual beekeepers. Ask the staff about which producers they source from and whether the honey is raw or processed.
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