Cheddar and Black Pepper Biscuits

Name: Cheddar and Black Pepper Biscuits
Ingredients: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, plus additional melted butter, for brushing; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus a bit more for rolling; 1 cup grated Cheddar; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon sea salt, plus more for sprinkling; 3/4 cup buttermilk (see Cook's Note); Spiced Honey Butter, recipe follows; 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper