Organic heather honey
Organic heather honey
fine tart, intenseIn late summer, a wonderful natural spectacle occurs in the northern German heath landscape. Vast, delicate purple seas of flowers emerge and form a picturesque contrast to the dark green Douglas firs, red oaks and sand pines. The bees prepare a special honey full of character and noble tartness from the nectar of the small heather blossom bells of the broom heather (Calluna vulgaris).
Grape-growing region --- Colbitzer Heide (Northern Germany)
Harvest calendar --- mid-July to mid-September
Traditional medicinal properties --- Urinary stimulant
Tip --- Delicious on brown bread or Pumpernickel
Ingredients --- Heath honey * 100%.
* from organic cultivation
| Average nutritional values | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calorific value | 1.284 kJ/302 kcal |
| Fat -of which saturated fatty acids |
<0,1g <0,1g |
| Carbohydrates -of which sugar |
75,1g 75,1g |
| Protein1) | 0,4g |
| Salt2) | <0,1g |
1) Gluten < 20mg/kg
2) Calculated from the naturally occurring sodium
Sensory & Quality Parameters
Consistency: viscous to jelly-like
Color: Reddish to brown
Taste: Strong, distinct, intense honey aroma with slightly tart aftertaste
Odor: Tart-sweet
Allergens --- none, contains: Fructose
Best before date --- 12 months
Further quality parameters are available on request in our extensive product specifications.
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