The fir honey is one of the most exquisite and rare types of honey in Greek nature. It is produced from the honeydew of fir trees in the forests of Greece and stands out for its thick texture, its deep amber color and its rich, dry-fruited aroma. Its taste is mildly sweet, with strong forest aromas, and lower sugar content, which makes it ideal for those seeking a balanced, nutritious natural sweetener.
The fir honey It contains a multitude of natural enzymes, minerals and trace elements that strengthen the body's defenses and provide energy. Thanks to its low moisture content and natural properties, it remains stable without easily crystallizing.
100% natural Greek honey
No additives, no preservatives.
What is fir honey?
It is honey collected from the honeydew produced by fir trees, and not from flowers. It is rich in nutrients and stands out for its stability and thick texture.
Quality characteristics
Elatis honey has unique characteristics:
- Taste: It is known for its excellent and rich taste, offering a special taste experience.
- Colour: The color of Elatis honey ranges from dark reddish to light, depending on the region of origin and production conditions.
- Perfume: Presents an intense and woody aroma, which is characteristic of honeys derived from fir.
- Crystallization: One of its important characteristics is that it does not crystallize, maintaining its liquid form for a long time.
What does fir honey combine with?
Fir honey, with its unique flavor and many beneficial properties, is an excellent ingredient that can upgrade many recipes. Let's look at some tasty combinations:
Combinations in food and drinks:
- Cheeses: Fir honey goes well with cheeses such as Gruyere, Feta, Roquefort and Goat cheese. It creates a wonderful combination of sweet and salty.
- Fruits: It combines beautifully with fruits such as apples, pears, bananas and nuts.
- Yoghurt: It adds a hint of sweetness and depth of flavor to yogurt.
- Tea: Fir honey is ideal for sweetening your tea, especially herbs.
- Alcoholic beverages: It can be used to make cocktails or sweeten whiskey.
- Sauces: It adds a unique flavor to sauces for meat or vegetables.
Recipes you can try:
- Toast with cheese and honey: Spread a slice of bread with cream or feta cheese and add a spoonful of fir honey.
- Yogurt with honey and nuts: A healthy and tasty breakfast or snack.
- Crepes with honey and fruit: Serve your crepes with fir honey and fresh seasonal fruit.
- Marinade for chicken: Combine fir honey with mustard, garlic and herbs for a delicious marinade.
- Roast Sauce: Mix fir honey with soy sauce, vinegar and a little red pepper for a bittersweet sauce.
Why choose fir honey?
- Natural sweetness: Fir honey is a natural sweetener with a low glycemic index.
- Rich in nutrients: It contains vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
- Unique taste: The taste of fir honey is more bitter and less sweet than other types of honey, offering a unique experience.
- Beneficial properties: Fir honey has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Advice: To enjoy all the flavors of fir honey, try it at room temperature.
Frequent questions
What is its difference from other honeys?
Fir honey has a lower sugar content and does not crystallize easily. Its flavor is fuller, with forest aromas.
Does fir honey crystallize?
Not easily. Its natural composition and the enzymes it contains keep it thick for a long time.
Is it suitable for children?
Like all honeys, it is not recommended for children under 1 year of age. For children over 1 year of age, it is an excellent natural source of energy.
How do I store it?
In a cool and dark place, away from moisture and heat.
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