> Most years, the honey has a "fruity" flavor, 
> but this year it tastes distinctly of mint.

While I suspect Bob is correct about your
honey being from Basswood, I'd like to point
out that "minty" tasting honey can be sold
at premium prices these days if one infuses 
some Peaches into the honey.

Everyone seems to want Peach-Mint these days.

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