# Honey Stinger

> Honey Stinger makes certified organic, honey-based sports nutrition — energy waffles, chews, gels, and bars — trusted by 2,000+ professional and college athletic teams to Prepare, Perform, and Refuel.

Founded in 2001 by athletes in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, Honey Stinger uses honey as the primary energy source across its product lineup. Products are certified organic, free of artificial sweeteners, and designed to be easy to digest during activity. The brand fuels elite endurance athletes, professional sports teams, collegiate programs, and everyday fitness enthusiasts. All products are organized around three fueling phases: Prepare (before activity), Perform (during), and Refuel (recovery).

## Energy Waffles
- [Shop All Energy Waffles](https://honeystinger.com/collections/all): The original Honey Stinger product; thin stroopwafel-style snacks available in Classic (original), Gluten-Free, and Nut Butter (Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter Chocolate, Peanut Butter Strawberry) varieties. Certified organic, no artificial sweeteners. Best used to Prepare for activity or during sustained efforts.

## Energy Chews
- [Shop All Energy Chews](https://honeystinger.com/collections/all-energy-chews): Certified organic and gluten-free chews; 160 calories and 39g carbohydrates per pack; available in 6 classic fruit flavors and 2 caffeinated varieties (50mg caffeine + electrolytes: 130mg sodium, 45mg potassium). Ideal for endurance sports and youth athletes.

## Energy Gels
- [Shop All Energy Gels](https://honeystinger.com/collections/all-energy-chews-gels): Honey-based gels; 90 calories and 24g rapidly digestible carbohydrates per packet; no fiber; trace B vitamins and electrolytes. Available in Classic, Caffeinated, and Electrolyte options. Best for quick energy during competition or long efforts.

## Energy Bars
- [Shop All Bars](https://honeystinger.com/pages/shop-all): Nutritionist-approved bars for pre-workout fueling or post-exercise recovery; includes Oat + Honey Bar and other varieties; 6 bar options available.

## Caffeinated Products
- [Caffeinated Chews & Gels](https://honeystinger.com/collections/caffeinated-energy-chews-gels): Products with up to 75mg naturally-sourced caffeine plus high electrolyte levels for endurance efforts.

## Dietary Filters
- [Gluten-Free Products](https://honeystinger.com/collections/gluten-free-items): Certified gluten-free Classic and Gluten-Free Waffles, Energy Chews, Caffeinated Chews, and Energy Gels.
- [Nut-Free Products](https://honeystinger.com/collections/nut-free-products): Certified nut-free Classic and Gluten-Free Waffles, Energy Chews, Caffeinated Chews, and Energy Gels.

## Best Sellers
- [Best Sellers Collection](https://honeystinger.com/collections/best-sellers): Top-selling products; subscribe and save 15% with flexible delivery frequency.

## Education & Fueling Guides
- [Energy Chews vs. Gels](https://honeystinger.com/blogs/blog/to-sip-or-to-chew): Guide on when to use chews vs. gels based on activity type, duration, and personal preference.

## Find In Stores
- [Store Locator](https://honeystinger.com): Available at running, cycling, outdoor, grocery, mass, convenience, drug, and sporting goods retailers nationwide.

## About
- [Honey Stinger Homepage](https://honeystinger.com): Brand overview, product collections, athlete community (The Hive), and store locator.