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Asterios - Greek Artisan Carob Honey - 1kg (Raw, Organic, Runny)
£25.99
Description
This Raw Greek Carob Honey is a beautiful, deep-tasting tree honey, with a warm chocolatey flavour and a hint of smoky wood. We've been searching for a good quality Carob honey for a while and we are truly delighted to discover this Carob Honey from Kostas.
It comes from Carob trees on the Island of Crete. The bees feed on carob trees in the Mediterranean to produce this honey, different from the blossom honeys as it has a more complex and prominent taste.It also crystallises more quickly than some other tree honeys, and it has a lighter colour.
Colour: This particular honey is a medium brown amber shade when runny and turns to a creamy light brown when set.
Where does the honey come from? This variety of carob honey comes from the isle of Crete in Greece, a largely untouched, wild and diverse landscape.
What about the plant the honey comes from? The carob tree is a flowering evergreen tree. It is actually a member of the pea family and produces beautiful tasting legumes which are often used as a low fat chocolate substitute. The trees are male and female and occasionally hermaphroditic Only the female trees produce the legumes. The trees flower in the late summer, early autumn. It is one of the last honeys of the year.
Who produces the honey? Asterios is one of the most genuine people you could ever meet. His aim is always to present to us the highest quality honey possible. He is luckily enough to have an amazing network of fellow artisan Greek beekeepers. This honey is bought to you by one such beekeeper, Kostas from Crete. For Asterios and Kostas beekeeping is an art and they are excited that their honey will be appreciated in the UK.
Common Uses: Carob honey is particularly good to use in recipes such as: glazes for meats, cakes, flapjacks, breads and teas.
Carob Honey Facts: Carob honey is a unique variety which is quite rare and difficult to find. It has beautiful dark amber colour and delicious chocolatey overtones.
Please know that raw honey does crystallise and this is a natural process that occurs mainly due to the natural glucose in raw honey.
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Asterios - Greek Artisan Oak and Chestnut Honeycomb - 200g (Raw, Organic, Runny)
£14.99
Description
This Raw Greek Oak and Chestnut Honeycomb is perfect for those who love dark, strong honeys. Honeycomb is the best way to eat honey because honeycomb is the honey exactly as it was in the hive. It contains all the good nutritious bits - such as bee bread (fermented pollen mixed with honey and enzymes), royal jelly and propolis in the cells.
More on the flavour: This is a beautiful combination of the flavours of Oak and Chestnut honey. It starts with a dark, black tea tannin-like foretaste, easing into a very sweet and delicious main taste. It has a certain bitterness along with caramel notes coming in around an essence of deep, black raisins and prunes, leaving a slightly ferrous tingle on the tongue.
Oak honey is a very deep and rich tasting tree honey; it has a fruitiness as well as a deep woody flavour. Tree honey tends to be dark, have a stronger flavour and are less likely to set due to a relatively low glucose content.
Chestnut honey is a beautiful, deep-flavoured variety. It has slight caramel notes as well as a deep sweetness and a touch of bitterness too. The nutty flavour of the chestnut carries through as well as a taste a little similar to maple syrup but slightly more rich and malty. Chestnut can lend a bitter taste to honey but not always, it is known to be one of the most varied types of honey in taste, differing greatly from one area to another and from one season to the next.
The two together, Oak and Chestnut, work beautifully.
You will find it a little chewy to eat - but you can swallow the wax, it is perfectly safe.
Colour: This particular honeycomb is a dark honey going ruby-red in the light.
Where does the honeycomb come from? This honeycomb comes from a National Park in Greece, a truly wild and uncontaminated place. The location is near the village of Byronia, Serres, a small village at the foot of Mount Kerkini, close by a lake and above the river Strymon. It is within the Kerkini National Park that includes Lake Kerkini and the river Strymon, and runs from the lake to the Greek-Bulgarian border. The national park is one of the most important wetlands in Europe in terms of biodiversity and it is part of a big European network of nature protection areas. Because of the diverse ecosystem and the minimal human intervention, this is a true wilderness area for the bees to collect pollen and make splendid honey.
Who produces this honeycomb? Asterios is one of the most genuine people you could ever meet. His aim is always to present to us the highest quality honey possible. He is lucky enough to have an amazing network of fellow artisan Greek beekeepers. This honey is bought to you by one such beekeeper from Asterios' network, called Vangelis. For Asterios and Vangelis beekeeping is an art and they are excited that their honey will be appreciated in the UK.
Please know that raw honey does crystalillse and this is a natural process that occurs mainly due to the natural glucose in raw honey.
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Asterios - Greek Artisan Oak Honey 1kg (Raw, Organic, Runny)
£24.99
Description
If you love Oak honey then you will appreciate this very fine batch - which comes from one of the most beautiful places in Greece. This superb honey was selected as the best out of a series of Oak samples provided to us by different beekeepers.
You will find that this Raw Artisan Organic Oak honey is is a rich-tasting honeydew honey. This honey starts off quite quickly, with strong malt and caramel flavours. The high points of maple syrup combine with the richness of molasses to create a balanced overall flavour, which lingers pleasantly. The aftertaste reminds us of dried apricots and sultanas, and a light sourness can be detected for a good time after.
A rich, thick and delicious honey, high in antibacterial properties - making it perfect for when you have a sore throat or a persistent cough.
This honey works well in glazes, in warm drinks, with breakfast - spread on toast or drizzled over porridge or yoghurt and when baking.
Colour: This particular oak honey is dark brown, almost black in colour, showing a lovely amber in the light.
Where does the honey come from? This honey comes from Mount Pelion, considered one of the most beautiful mountains in Greece. The locals describe it as an area of indescribable beauty, a place which is thickly forested. Higher up the mountain you will find oak, chestnut, beech and maple. Lower down there are olive, pear, willow and apple trees. Also, you will see healing herbs such as sage, thyme and the renowned Greek mountain tea growing in abundance on the mountain. This mountain is an area of true wilderness, far from any source of pollution.
The mountain has mythological roots, being named after king Peleus, who was father to the great warrior Achilles.
Who produces this honey? Asterios is one of the most genuine people you could ever meet. His aim is always to present to us the highest quality honey possible. He is lucky enough to have an amazing network of fellow artisan Greek beekeepers. This honey is bought to you by one such beekeeper Giannis. For Asterios and Giannis beekeeping is an art and they are excited that their honey will be appreciated in the UK.
More on honeydew honey: This is a dark thick honey – it is known as a honeydew, because it is from the sap and resin of the tree not from flower nectar. Honeydews are high in oligosaccharides, which are known for their prebiotic qualities- aiding digestion.
Please know that raw honey does crystallise and this is a natural process that occurs mainly due to the natural glucose in raw honey.
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Asterios - Greek Artisan Oak Honey 500g (Raw, Organic, Runny)
£14.99
Description
If you love Oak honey then you will appreciate this very fine batch - which comes from one of the most beautiful places in Greece. This superb honey was selected as the best out of a series of Oak samples provided to us by different beekeepers.
You will find that this Raw Artisan Organic Oak honey is is a rich-tasting honeydew honey. This honey starts off quite quickly, with strong malt and caramel flavours. The high points of maple syrup combine with the richness of molasses to create a balanced overall flavour, which lingers pleasantly. The aftertaste reminds us of dried apricots and sultanas, and a light sourness can be detected for a good time after.
A rich, thick and delicious honey, high in antibacterial properties - making it perfect for when you have a sore throat or a persistent cough.
This honey works well in glazes, in warm drinks, with breakfast - spread on toast or drizzled over porridge or yoghurt and when baking.
Colour: This particular oak honey is dark brown, almost black in colour, showing a lovely amber in the light.
Where does the honey come from? This honey comes from Mount Pelion, considered one of the most beautiful mountains in Greece. The locals describe it as an area of indescribable beauty, a place which is thickly forested. Higher up the mountain you will find oak, chestnut, beech and maple. Lower down there are olive, pear, willow and apple trees. Also, you will see healing herbs such as sage, thyme and the renowned Greek mountain tea growing in abundance on the mountain. This mountain is an area of true wilderness, far from any source of pollution.
The mountain has mythological roots, being named after king Peleus, who was father to the great warrior Achilles.
Who produces this honey? Asterios is one of the most genuine people you could ever meet. His aim is always to present to us the highest quality honey possible. He is lucky enough to have an amazing network of fellow artisan Greek beekeepers. This honey is bought to you by one such beekeeper Giannis. For Asterios and Giannis beekeeping is an art and they are excited that their honey will be appreciated in the UK.
More on honeydew honey: This is a dark thick honey – it is known as a honeydew, because it is from the sap and resin of the tree not from flower nectar. Honeydews are high in oligosaccharides, which are known for their prebiotic qualities- aiding digestion.
Please know that raw honey does crystallise and this is a natural process that occurs mainly due to the natural glucose in raw honey.
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Asterios - Greek Artisan Sidr Honey 1kg (Raw, Organic, Runny)
£29.99
Description
Rare and Legendary Sidr Honey
Collected by bees from deep inside isolated pesticide-free forests
Lab Tested for Authenticity
Cold Pressed & Unpasteurised
Antibacterial & Truly 100% Raw
Mentioned in the ancient scriptures
This raw Greek Sidr honey comes courtesy of Asterios, who works with a big network of artisan beekeepers. He has taken up our challenge of finding Sidr honey, following a bad year for this variety. Recently he has found some more Sidr, through a colleague Elias. Elias, had has a store of Sidr honey, which he was holding on to. However, Asterios persuaded Elias to sell it to us, so we have bought all of it, following tests.
Elias' Raw Greek Sidr honey, is a thick honey with a rich, lavish and herbal sweet taste. It is very pleasant with a slightly sour and tangy aftertaste. It is not like dark tree honeys such as Oak or Chestnut.
The bees feed on the lavish nectar that this tree produces for a short period in the late Spring producing this legendary honey.
Colour: It has a strong burnt orange colour when runny, turning a creamy, buttery yellow when crystallised.
Where it comes from: This Sidr comes from isolated forests that stretch for miles in the north of Greece, close to Turkey.
More on this honey: Sidr Honey is among the finest variants of honey in the world. It comes with a distinctive taste, and is known for its antibacterial qualities. This honey is considered sacred in many religions.
About the beekeeper: It was brought to us by Asterios and his friend Elias, who lives in a very wild area of Greece. His hives are situated deep in the forest, miles from places where pesticides, herbicides and fungicides.
Please know that raw honey does crystalise and this is a natural process that occurs mainly due to the natural glucose in raw honey.
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Asterios - Greek Artisan Sidr Honey 500g (Raw, Organic, Runny)
£17.99
Description
Rare and Legendary Sidr Honey
Collected by bees from deep inside isolated pesticide-free forests
Lab Tested for Authenticity
Cold Pressed & Unpasteurised
Antibacterial & Truly 100% Raw
Mentioned in the ancient scriptures
This raw Greek Sidr honey comes courtesy of Asterios, who works with a big network of artisan beekeepers. He has taken up our challenge of finding Sidr honey, following a bad year for this variety. Recently he has found some more Sidr, through a colleague Elias. Elias, had has a store of Sidr honey, which he was holding on to. However, Asterios persuaded Elias to sell it to us, so we have bought all of it, following tests.
Elias' Raw Greek Sidr honey, is a thick honey with a rich, lavish and herbal sweet taste. It is very pleasant with a slightly sour and tangy aftertaste. It is not like dark tree honeys such as Oak or Chestnut.
The bees feed on the lavish nectar that this tree produces for a short period in the late Spring producing this legendary honey.
Colour: It has a strong burnt orange colour when runny, turning a creamy, buttery yellow when crystallised.
Where it comes from: This Sidr comes from isolated forests that stretch for miles in the north of Greece, close to Turkey.
More on this honey: Sidr Honey is among the finest variants of honey in the world. It comes with a distinctive taste, and is known for its antibacterial qualities. This honey is considered sacred in many religions.
About the beekeeper: It was brought to us by Asterios and his friend Elias, who lives in a very wild area of Greece. His hives are situated deep in the forest, miles from places where pesticides, herbicides and fungicides.
Please know that raw honey does crystalise and this is a natural process that occurs mainly due to the natural glucose in raw honey.
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Asterios - Raw Greek Wild Oregano Blossom Honey - 1kg (Crystallised)
£23.99
Description
The background: The aroma of the Wild Oregano on the mountainside was heavenly. The sun was shining brightly and I could hear and see the bees busily seeking out the nectar. The view was to die for. That was this Spring (2022) when I discovered this Wild Oregano honey on a honey trip to Greece. I had been seeking Wild Oregano for a while. There is plenty of cultivated Oregano honey but finding truly Wild Oregano honey is a challenge. So I was delighted to discover Giorgios and his Wild Oregano honey. Giorgios is truly a man of nature and has found some amazing places for his bees to create honey- like the place on Mount Othrys where the Wild Oregano honey is created.This Raw Greek Wild Oregano Blossom honey is a luscious honey, extremely unique for its distinctive full, intense, slightly spicy aroma and taste. Beautiful poured over a feta cheese.More on the flavour: This honey starts off with a strong floral and herbal flavour, lengthening into a sweetness that reminds us of very sweet, sun-ripened oranges. The herbaceous notes lend an interesting, contrasting sourness to balance the sweetness of the foretaste and the spicy aroma.Where does the honey come from?: This honey comes from Wild Oregano that Giorgios' bees collect on a mountain free from pesticides, herbicides & fungicides. Oregano in Greece means 'Joy of the Mountain'. An apt phrase for this mountain honey.Who produces this honey? Asterios is one of the most genuine people you could ever meet. His aim is always to present to us the highest quality honey possible. He is lucky enough to have an amazing network of fellow artisan Greek beekeepers. This honey is bought to you by one such beekeeper, called Giorgos. For Asterios and Gorgios beekeeping is an art and they are excited that their honey will be appreciated in the UK.What about the plant the honey comes from? Oregano is a flowering herb plant in the mint family Lamiaceae. It was native to the Mediterranean region, but now is widely naturalised elsewhere in the temperate Northern Hemisphere. Please know that raw honey does crystallise and this is a natural process that occurs mainly due to the natural glucose in raw honey.
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Dimitris - Greek Oak Honey - 1kg (17.5+ Active)(Raw, Organic, Crystallised)
£26.99
Description
Awarded the coveted Platinum Award at the 2020 London Honey Awards
Premium Certified Organic, wilderness honey from traditional award-winning Greek beekeeper.
"This is a grown up and sophisticated honey, that is very special indeed" - Great Taste Award Judges
Also, tested 17.5 Active, like a strong Manuka.
In the Forests on Mount Holomontas, the Oak trees produce a sap, which the bees of Dimitri and Vicky make into a thick and spectacular honey.
This honey won Platinum in the London Honey Awards (the top award).
It also won in the Great Awards. The judges at the Great Taste judges said of the flavour: "This is a grown up and sophisticated honey, that is very special indeed... This honey is dark and sultry, with a thick and syrupy body & complex bittersweet aroma." Also: "An unctuously thick, glossy, deep amber honey with characteristic rich muscovado notes on the nose - but the palate is a surprise with rich, woody caramel a plenty but also a bright lift, almost citrussy, presumably from the herbal foraging, which adds a further dimension and lifts this to another level. A really great example we felt."
The Raw Honey Shop is proud to be the only UK stockist of this delicious honey, that is also one of the most active honeys we sell.
About the beekeepers: Vicky and Dimitris' bees work the trees and plants in a Natura 2000 reserve in the area of Mount Holomontas in Chalkidiki. It is a forested reserve, a very pure and wild area, with soil and climate that enables the bees to produce very special honeys - with a depth and intensity of flavour that you only find in the very best honeys. Organic beekeepers Vicky & Dimitris believe that honey in the jar should be as it was in the hives.
More on honeydew honey: This is a dark thick honey – it is known as a honeydew, because it is from the sap and resin of the tree not from flower nectar. Honeydews are high in oligosaccharides, which are known for their prebiotic qualities- aiding digestion.
Please know that raw honey does crystallise and this is a natural process that occurs mainly due to the natural glucose in raw honey.
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Dimitris - Greek Oak Honey - 500g (17.5+ Active)(Raw, Organic, Crystallised)
£16.99
Description
Awarded the coveted Platinum Award at the 2020 London Honey Awards
Certified Organic, wilderness honey from traditional award winning Greek beekeeper.
In the Forests on Mount Holomontas, the Oak trees produce a sap, which the bees of Dimitri and Vicky make into a thick and spectacular honey.
Platinum Award winning honey in the London Honey Awards and the Great Taste judges said of the flavour: "This is a grown up and sophisticated honey, that is very special indeed... This honey is dark and sultry, with a thick and syrupy body & complex bittersweet aroma." Also: "An unctuously thick, glossy, deep amber honey with characteristic rich muscovado notes on the nose - but the palate is a surprise with rich, woody caramel a plenty but also a bright lift, almost citrussy, presumably from the herbal foraging, which adds a further dimension and lifts this to another level. A really great example we felt."
The Raw Honey Shop is proud to be the only UK stockist.
About the beekeepers: Vicky and Dimitris' bees work the trees and plants in a Natura 2000 reserve in the area of Mount Holomontas in Chalkidiki. It is a forested reserve, a very pure and wild area, with soil and climate that enables the bees to produce very special honeys - with a depth and intensity of flavour that you only find in the very best honeys. Organic beekeepers Vicky & Dimitris believe that honey in the jar should be as it was in the hives.
More on honeydew honey: This is a dark thick honey – it is known as a honeydew, because it is from the sap and resin of the tree not from flower nectar. Honeydews are high in oligosaccharides, which are known for their prebiotic qualities- aiding digestion.
Please know that raw honey does crystallise and this is a natural process that occurs mainly due to the natural glucose in raw honey.
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Dimitris - Greek Pine Honey - 1kg (Raw, Organic, Runny)
£25.99
Description
Awarded the coveted Gold Award at the 2020 London Honey Awards and 2 stars at the 2020 Great Taste Awards
Certified Organic, wilderness honey from traditional award winning Greek beekeeper.
On Mount Halkidik - Greece. grow beautiful Pine Trees - which produce a spectacular award winning honey. The Great Taste judges said of the flavour: 'Dark and sultry, this honey has the deep caramel sweetness of dates and the aroma of pine needles and leather. The texture is rich and syrupy....The overall flavour fades in sweetness and almost becomes savoury....with a herbaceousness that persists.... a sophisticated honey to be savoured." The Raw Honey Shop is the only stockist in the UK to sell this honey.
About the beekeeper: Vicky and Dimitris' bees work the trees and plants in a Natura 2000 reserve in the area of Mount Holomontas in Chalkidiki. It is a forested reserve, a very pure and wild area, with soil and climate that enables the bees to produce very special honeys - with a depth and intensity of flavour that you only find in the very best honeys. Organic beekeepers Vicky & Dimitris believe that honey in the jar should be as it was in the hives.
More on honeydew honey: This is a dark thick runny honey – it is known as a honeydew, because it is from the sap and resin of the tree not from flower nectar. Honeydews are high in oligosaccharides, which are known for their prebiotic qualities- aiding digestion.
Please know that raw honey does crystallise and this is a natural process that occurs mainly due to the natural glucose in raw honey.
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Giorgos - Greek Thyme Honey - 1kg (Raw, Organic, Runny)
£32.99
Description
3 Star Award Winner at the 2020 Great Taste Awards.
Raw Greek Thyme honey, This is one of the best Thyme honeys in the world - as demonstrated by the top awards it keeps winning. In 2020, the judges at The Great Taste Awards said: "This is a glorious honey, with a clear amber colour and delicate herbal aroma.... develops slowly with complex layers of fresh thyme and beautifully balanced sweetness....with a finish that allows the just-right sweetness and light herbal tastes to melt together."
The Raw Honey Shop is proud to be the only UK stockist.
Who produces this honey? Giorgos Rizos and his wife are the master beekeepers behind a series of premium award winning honeys which keep winning top awards year after year. Giorgos has a knack for finding the best places in Greece for his bees to produce honeys, with outstanding complex flavours. Places like Mount Kissavos, where the climate and soil combine with his bees and his beekeeping craft to produce sublime honey. Giorgos is certified to the highest level.
Please know that raw honey does crystallise and this is a natural process that occurs mainly due to the natural glucose in raw honey.
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Heritage Apple Cider Vinegar - 500ml
£9.99
Description
Socially produced, incredibly tasty Apple Cider Vinegar
This is a premium quality cider vinegar produced in small batches by a Brighton based social enterprise using honey from The Raw Honey Shop.
The Old Tree Brewery's Apple Cider Vinegar is unfiltered and unpasteurised, It is made with a unique blend of west country apples including Yarlingtons Mill, Improved Dove and Porters Perfection giving this cider vinegar a reddish colour, which is further enhanced by a specialist pressing technique used by Tom at Old Tree.
Size: 500ml
About the producer: The Old Tree Brewery activity combines brewing and gardening with forest farming and fermentation, producing drinks that are probiotic for our gut and compost that is probiotic for the soil. They want the human scale application of these processes to transform our food system for a sustainable future.
Storage: In general, it's recommended to store apple cider vinegar in a cool place, away from heat and sunlight. Seal the bottle cap tightly after each use. You may keep it in the refrigerator if desired, but it's not necessary. Because of the high acid content, it can't go bad. The shelf life of apple cider vinegar when stored correctly is indefinite. Without contamination from other substances, it will retain its best qualities in your pantry for at least five years after the expiry date, but will probably stay good for much longer.
What is the "mother"? Apple cider vinegar is made through a two-step process. First, yeast is added to apple juice to break down the sugars and turn them into alcohol. Then, bacteria is added, which converts the alcohol into acetic acid. This bacteria is what is known as the mother, because it is the catalyst that gives rise to the vinegar. Many store-bought apple cider vinegars have the mother removed because it gives the vinegar a cloudy appearance, which can lead people to believe that the product has gone bad. But this is not the case. In fact, the mother is the healthiest part.
How can you use cider vinegar? There are many ways but here are a couple. Many people start their day with a glass of water with a teaspoon of cider vinegar. A variation of this is made also adding a teaspoon of honey, creating a drink called honegar. It is also often used in salad dressings and even as a kind of hair conditioner, reputedly raising the acid level in your scalp, which counters frizzy hair.
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LAIMONAS - Raw Organic Forest & Wildflower Honey 1kg
£19.99
Raw Northern Organic Forest & Wild Flower Honey – 1kg Jar
This unique honey is ideal for those who enjoy a mix of both meadow flower and forest honey characteristics. Sourced from untouched wildflower meadows and forests in Lithuania, this honey captures the rich biodiversity of the region. Thanks to the honeydew from nearby forests, it crystallises more slowly than typical meadow flower honey and offers a deeper, more complex flavour. Beekeeper Laimonas, whose family has been beekeeping for generations, has crafted this honey with great care, ensuring it remains 100% raw, unheated, and certified organic.
Product Highlights
Cold-pressed and coarsely filtered to preserve beneficial natural enzymes and pollen.
Sourced from Lithuania's northern wildflower meadows and forests, untouched by industrial agriculture.
Artisan-crafted by Laimonas, a beekeeper whose family has been beekeeping for generations.
100% raw and unheated, ensuring all natural enzymes are preserved.
Takes longer to crystallise due to the presence of forest honeydew.
Certified organic, guaranteeing a product free from modern industrial agriculture.
Flavour
This honey is crafted from nectar and honeydew gathered by bees from a rich variety of plants, including willow (Salix), fennel (Apiaceae), bramble (Rubus), clover (Trifolium repens), and traces of linden (Tilia). These floral sources contribute to the honey's sweet, slightly minty, and slightly bitter profile, with subtle notes of fennel and the freshness of forest blooms. Its flavour is well-balanced, with hints of herbal and floral tones, making it truly unique.
Colour
This honey has a medium brown colour, darker than typical meadow honeys but lighter than most tree honeys.
Where Does It Come From?
Beekeeper Laimonas harvests this honey from wildflower meadows adjacent to Lithuania's northern forests. These untouched landscapes provide a diverse range of flora and ensure the bees collect nectar from natural, pesticide-free environments. The addition of forest honeydew gives this honey its unique flavour and slower crystallisation.
More About Laimonas and His Beekeeping Heritage
Laimonas follows an ancient tradition of beekeeping, passed down through generations in his family. His deep understanding of bees and nature allows him to produce superb, high-quality honey, with a focus on preserving the raw, natural qualities of the honey he harvests.
How Raw Honey is Different from Processed Honey
Raw honey generally means the honey has not been processed; it has come from the hive to the jar with minimal interference. Most supermarket honey is highly processed to make it look more attractive, usually drained of pollen, heated, and blended. Raw honey tends to vary from batch to batch because it is not processed in a factory, filtered, blended or heated to look homogeneous. Raw honey changes with the season and climate, the soil, what the bees feed on, and the nature of the colonies. Each batch is unique.
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LAIMONAS - Raw Organic Lime (Linden) Blossom Honey 1kg
£22.99
Raw Organic Lime Tree Honey (Linden) – 1kg Jar
Sourced from the wild, untouched regions of Lithuania, Laimonas’ Lime Tree (Linden) Honey is a remarkable honey known for its floral and herbal complexity. Crafted by Laimonas, a passionate artisan beekeeper whose family has been beekeeping for generations, this raw honey is cold-pressed and coarsely filtered, preserving its natural enzymes and delicate floral notes. Perfect for those seeking a unique, lighter honey with a distinctive linden blossom taste and a mild herbal undertone.
Product Highlights
Cold-pressed and coarsely filtered: Preserving natural enzymes and pollen.
Harvested from the pristine wilds of Lithuania's natural landscapes.
Crafted by Laimonas, an artisan beekeeper following traditional beekeeping methods.
100% raw and unheated, ensuring no loss of natural health benefits.
Pure, natural, and unprocessed, sieved only to remove debris before jarring.
Certified organic, produced without modern agricultural interventions.
Flavour
Lime Tree (Linden) Honey has a beautifully floral and herbal flavour, reminiscent of linden blossoms, with hints of sweet violets and mild acidity. Its delicate and light taste makes it perfect for those who enjoy a refreshing yet mildly tart honey, which isn’t overly sweet.
Colour
This honey is light in colour, with a golden hue when runny, turning a pale yellow similar to lemon curd when crystallised.
Where Does It Come From?
Beekeeper Laimonas maintains his hives in wildflower meadows and forested regions across Lithuania, where lime trees thrive, providing rich nectar. His family has been beekeeping for generations, passing down a tradition of high-quality, pure honey production.
More About Laimonas and His Beekeeping Heritage
Laimonas’ beekeeping heritage stretches back to his great-grandparents, giving him deep knowledge of his craft. His bees roam freely in organic, remote meadows, untouched by industrial farming, allowing for the production of pure, raw honey.
What About the Lime Tree?
The Lime Tree (Tilia), known for its generous nectar, is beloved by bees and has been revered for over 2,000 years as the "tree of life." This honey captures the essence of the linden tree’s blossoms, reflecting the ancient relationship between bees and these remarkable trees.
Common Uses
Lime tree honey is renowned for its soothing properties, often used on irritated skin, wounds, and infections. Its mild acidity also makes it excellent in recipes such as desserts, salad dressings, or as a topping for cakes.
How Raw Honey is Different from Processed Honey
Raw honey is minimally processed, meaning it’s packed with natural enzymes, pollen, and nutrients that are often lost during processing. Most supermarket honeys are processed to create a uniform appearance, often being drained of pollen, heated, and blended. Raw honey changes in flavour, colour, and texture depending on the season and the flowers that bees feed on, making each batch unique.
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Luisa - Creamed Chestnut Honey - 500g (Raw, Organic)
£13.19
Description
Raw, natural and one of the purest honeys because of the remote area it comes from.
Antibacterial, coarse-filtered, unpasteurised, and enzyme-rich.
This raw Creamed Chestnut comes from the Cantabrian Mountains and hills in Asturias, a green and unspoilt area in the north of Spain.
This honey has been cold creamed, which gives it a smooth, spreadable consistency, with a very fine crystal structure.
Luisa's Raw Creamed Chestnut Honey has deep, full bodied, slightly smoky, earthy tones, that deliver a more savoury taste than most other honeys. It has a slightly bitter taste. It has caramel notes coming in around an essence of deep, black raisins and prunes, leaving a slightly ferrous tingle on the tongue.
The strong overall flavour makes it perfect for those who love dark, strong honeys.
Colour: This honey is a light, creamy brown.
Where does the honey come from?: This variety of chestnut honey comes from Cantabria, a largely untouched, wild and diverse region in the north of Spain. Luisa's hives are well away from sources of pollution in the national parks.
Who produces this honey?: This honey comes from Luisa and her daughter Olaya. She is a beekeeper with a passion for producing raw honey of the very highest quality - with a lot of attention to detail. Her honeys have a full, rich flavour typical of many products from the region.
What about the plants the honey comes from? This comes from the flowers of the Sweet Chestnut Tree. It is known for being high in minerals.
Common Uses: Chestnut honey is particularly good to use to aid a sore throat or cough as well as in recipes such as rich cakes and meat glazes.
Chestnut Honey Facts: Chestnut honey tends to be a honey that is furthest away from sources of pollution, so is one of the purest honeys available.
Please know that raw honey does crystalise and this is a natural process that occurs mainly due to the natural glucose in raw honey.