Chris Shaw, a beekeeper from Augusta County, Virginia, has been keeping bees with his wife for 11 years. They enjoy the nectar and honey their bees produce, particularly from redbud in the spring, autumn olive, and black locust. The honey from black locust is a late-season variety, known for being sweet and mild. The Shenandoah Valley Springtime Honey is crafted from a blend of black locust and autumn olive nectar, capturing the unique flavors of the region.