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Not sure yet
Matthew,
Can't quite work out whether this has the desired effect on the bees. Nice idea though - more testing required by me - the bees don't seem to vanish down into the frames quite as fast as they do when they get smoke over them.
Review for: Smoker Liquid Concentrate 250ml with Trigger Sprayer
Preferred to over traditional smoker
Emma,
We have recently started beekeeping, and I opted for this product, but my husband has persued the traditional smoker option. I'm normally out and about ready to inspect the bees by the time he's lit his smoker, and if not carefully placed, you end up getting a face full of smoke which can almost literally end in tears. There have been times where the smoker has either died down or gone out when we need it most, so in that respect I'd go for liquid smoke any day. It also seems to work just as quick as the smoker, but perhaps lasts a little longer as it evaporates rather than instantly dissipates. I'm all for tradition, but give this modern twist a chance.
Review for: Smoker Liquid Concentrate Refill in Bottle
does the job
Sophiemanners,
We have not used alternative products so have no comparison but have found that this product does the job and are happy with our purchase.
Review for: Smoker Liquid Concentrate Refill in Bottle
Liquid concentrate
Sue,
I misunderstood how this product worked - I have a traditional wooden hive so am not happy spraying a wet solution onto the wood and also I do not want to wet my bees with the solution. I thought the liquid concentrate was going to produce 'smoke' once mixed with water but sadly this wasn't so. I can however see it may be better used on the plastic 'Omlet' hives. The liquid concentrate certainly smells like smoke though! I will be interested to hear of any other bee keepers experience with this product.
Review for: Smoker Liquid Concentrate Refill in Bottle
Not as successful as real smoker, but less hassle
Stark,
I have tried it once, it did not seem to move the bees down into the frames as quickly as real smoke. But it is a lot less hassle than lighting a smoker and relighting it once it has gone out before you have finished your inspection of your hives.
Review for: Smoker Liquid Concentrate Refill in Bottle
Love the concept but bees don't seem to be playing ball
Jeremy,
I have used liquid smoke on 7 hives for a few weeks now. Six of the hives need minimal smoke or no smoke as the bees are really kind bees. The seventh hive is populated with the nastiest bunch you will ever meet and are a challenge. On this hive I usually use some smoke, I have switched to liquid smoke and it seems to irritate them. I'm still using it but deep down I think it doesn't work. But as I don't end up smelling like a kipper I am persevering with liquid smoke.
Review for: Smoker Liquid Concentrate Refill in Bottle
Great and convenient.
Pat,
Very easy to use, better than traditional smoker (I couldn't keep it alight long enough) . My only problem was the way it was packaged, not very good as it leaked in transit, but I phoned and was sent replacement that was well packed and arrived intact. Thanks Omlet for a good product.
Review for: Smoker Liquid Concentrate 250ml with Trigger Sprayer
Great idea, possibly still needs a bit of work
Rachel,
I thought the idea of liquid smoke rather than smokey smoke was brilliant,. I added the water and it does have a rather nice smokey smell(!). However, when I had another beekeeper come over and help me check my bees, he said that he thought it was going to stain the frames as the few sprays he gave made a slight mark on them. I've since gone out and bought a traditional smoker to use as I don't want my frames stained with the liquid smoke. I still think it's a great idea, but am going to be using the traditional smoker for a while yet I think.
Review for: Smoker Liquid Concentrate 250ml with Trigger Sprayer
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