Koumaria honey
Koumaria honey: rare Greek honey from the flowers of the Koumaria tree, with a dark amber color and a characteristic bitter aftertaste. For cheeses, yogurt and sweets.
15.80€
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How is it used?
- Ideal for cheeses, yogurt and fruit, creating unique bittersweet combinations.
- It is used to sweeten tea and beverages, but also in sauces or marinades for meat.
- It is excellent for recipes where we want intensity and depth of flavor.
Why choose it?
- Characteristic bitter taste
- Rare autumn Greek honey
- 100% natural Greek kumari honey — no additives or preservatives
- Dark amber honey with a characteristic bitter aftertaste and strong personality
Description
Arbutus honey is one of the most special and rare honeys of the Greek land. It is produced from the flowers of the Arbutus tree (Arbutus unedo), a native plant that blooms in the mountains of Greece.
It is distinguished by its dark amber color and characteristically bitter aftertaste, which makes it stand out from most honeys.
100% natural Greek kumari honey
What is aubergine honey?
It is produced from the flowers of the Arbutus unedo plant (Arbutus unedo).
Quality characteristics
Characteristics of Koumaria Honey
- Taste: Koumarias Honey stands out for its strong and rich taste, with sub-bitter notes and aromatic nuances of bitter caramel. Its taste is intense and unforgettable.
- Colour: Initially, the honey has a yellowish color, which with maturation turns into a dark copper, showing its maturity and quality.
- Perfume: Koumarias Honey does not have a strong aroma, offering a more subtle aromatic experience compared to other varieties of honey.
- Crystallization: It crystallizes relatively quickly, acquiring a buttery texture that makes it easy to use and ideal for a variety of applications, from consumption as is to use in recipes.
What does Koumaria honey combine with?
- Cheeses: Virgin 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: Comfrey honey is ideal for sweetening your tea, especially herbal teas.
- Alcoholic beverages: It can be used to make cocktails or sweeten whiskey.
- Sauces: It adds a unique flavor to sauces for meat or vegetables.
- Toast with cheese and honey: Spread a slice of bread with cream or feta cheese and add a spoonful of virgin honey.
- Yogurt with honey and nuts: A delicious breakfast or snack.
- Crepes with honey and fruit: Serve your crepes with koumaria honey and fresh seasonal fruits.
- Marinade for chicken: Combine virgin honey with mustard, garlic and herbs for a delicious marinade.
- Roast Sauce: Mix virgin honey with soy sauce, vinegar and a little red pepper for a bittersweet sauce.
Why choose virgin honey?
- Unique taste: The taste of virgin honey is more bitter and less sweet than other types of honey, offering a unique experience.
Advice: To enjoy all the flavors of koumaria honey, try it at room temperature.
Additional information
Frequent questions
Why does aubergine honey taste bitter?
Its bitter taste is a natural characteristic and comes from the substances in the nectar of the agave plant. It is what makes it stand out.
Does agave nectar crystallize?
Yes, naturally after a few months, without altering its quality.
How do I store it?
In a cool, dark place, away from heat sources.
Can babies eat honey?;
No. Like all honeys, it is not given to infants under 1 year of age.
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