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Shrinking vs. Expanding

Shrinking vs. Expanding

Ayla here. In nature, there’s a balance of new growth and death. Neither are good or bad, it’s just is. I think of the oak trees by the Taproom –...

Can a Beverage Make You Smile? We Know So.

Can a Beverage Make You Smile? We Know So.

We all carry stress—on our shoulders, in our minds, deep in our bones. It builds up in ways we don’t even realize, from the pressure of never-ending to-do lists to...

An Ode to Snow: A Beautiful Connection Between Weather and Altruism

An Ode to Snow: A Beautiful Connection Between Weather and Altruism

This week, we experienced both the crisp joy of snowfall and National Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Day. As the snowflakes gently fell, there was something almost magical about the...

Raise a Glass to Love: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Dry Session Mead

Raise a Glass to Love: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Dry Session Mead

This Valentine’s Day, why not surprise your sweetheart with something a little different? Instead of the usual flowers or chocolates, why not give the gift of a beverage as pure...

Winter Wonders: What Bees Do When the Cold Sets In

Winter Wonders: What Bees Do When the Cold Sets In

Ah, February in East Troy — a time when the snow (if we have it!) sparkles like diamonds, the wind howls through the trees, and the local beekeepers are holding...

Meet Ayla and Tim: The Heart and Honey Behind The Hive Taproom

Meet Ayla and Tim: The Heart and Honey Behind The Hive Taproom

Hello and welcome! Whether you're new to our journey or have been following along since the beginning, we’re excited to reintroduce ourselves and share a little more about who we...

What’s the most meaningful compliment you’ve ever received?

What’s the most meaningful compliment you’ve ever received?

As you know, we’re all about nurturing human connection. Yes, we sell wine, but we exist because we believe there’s a better way to live, and that’s building connections between...

The Downside to Dry January Nobody is Talking About

The Downside to Dry January Nobody is Talking About

We get it, Dry January is a fun trend, something to hashtag in your socials. There are health benefits of taking an alcohol sabbatical – especially avoiding alcohol made from...

Reflecting on 2024

Reflecting on 2024

When you reflect on your 2024, do you list all the things you’re proud of? Do you celebrate your wins or wallow in your “not enough”?Ayla here. As a recovering...

Gratitude vs. Consumption

Gratitude vs. Consumption

During the holidays, the dichotomy of gratitude for what you have vs. endless materialistic consumption feels like a battle. If you’re anything like us, our email inboxes are littered with...

Apricity

Apricity

Apricity means the warmth of the sun on a winter’s day, and we enjoyed that last weekend! While sunshine in the winter is harder to find, we seek warmth elsewhere....

Holiday Help Drive

Holiday Help Drive

Our mission is to nurture human connection, and part of that is supporting our community. Let’s bring a bit of cheer and a smile to our neighbors! Help us fill...

Being Present in a Chaotic World: Why Taking a Moment Matters More Than Ever

Being Present in a Chaotic World: Why Taking a Moment Matters More Than Ever

As we slide into the holiday season, the shift is palpable. Some of us feel buoyed by festive lights and joyful gatherings, while others brace themselves, kicking and screaming, for...

What do bees do when it gets cold?

What do bees do when it gets cold?

We thought we’d ask our resident Beekeeper to answer this often asked question: What do bees do when it gets cold?As autumn settles in, honeybees get busy prepping for winter,...

🍁 5 Must-See Happenings at The Hive: Cozy Up with Us This Holiday Season! 🍁

🍁 5 Must-See Happenings at The Hive: Cozy Up with Us This Holiday Season! 🍁

As we head into the last two months of 2024, we know the holidays can get busy, so we’ve handpicked the five best happenings at The Hive Taproom to help...

A Season to Smile: Embracing the Joy of Connection

A Season to Smile: Embracing the Joy of Connection

As the leaves peak in vibrant colors this week, we can’t help but smile at the beautiful reminder to be present in the moment. The brilliance of fall is fleeting,...