Top 100 Bee Products
in the World

Podkarpacki miód spadziowy is honey that can be either in crystallized or liquid form, gathered and produced in 17 forest districts and in two national parks in Poland. The honeydew must be gathered from the European silver fir (Abies alba), spruce (Pinaceae Picea) and Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris). This unique honey is dark brown with greenish hues to almost black in color and has a thick and viscous texture throughout. After the crystallization process, its texture becomes finely granular and the color gets lighter. The taste is delicately mild and sweet, with a spicy scent reminiscent of the needles of the fir and pine trees. Honey has been gathered in the region for a long time, and the skills of the local beekeepers in addition to the favorable soil and climate of the region produce this tasty honey, to be enjoyed on its own, in herbal teas or paired with a slice of fresh bread.Expand

Miód wrzosowy z Borów Dolnośląskich is a unique heather honey gathered from the lower Silesia Forests in Poland. It is amber or tea-colored and has a thick, gelatinous texture. Its unique qualities are due to the area where the nectar is obtained - a flora of dense heaths and lush vegetation that has been preserved nearly intact, as it was home to military training sites until recently. The honey has a high concentration of heather pollen and crystallizes easily into medium-sized granules. The scent is intense and strong-smelling while the taste is slightly bitter, sweet and sharp. It is the most famous honey of the Dolnoslaskie Voivodship and is usually eaten on its own, with fresh bread, or presented as a unique gift from the region.Expand

Miel de Provence is honey produced from one or more flowers from the wild flora of the French regions of Provence-Alpes-Côte-d'Azur, Drôme and Gard. The single-flower honeys have a floral taste while multi-flower kinds of honey have a 'planty', fruity taste. The honeys are unique in their organoleptic qualities deriving from the specific Provence flora, with flowers such as lavender and rosemary making unique lavender honey, and rosemary honey, made from only one type of flower. The products are packaged in glass jars and ready to be enjoyed, either for breakfast with toast and butter, or used in a variety of tea drinks.Expand

Miód drahimski is a unique honey gathered in the Czaplinek, Wierzchowo, Barwice and Borne Sulinowo municipalities in Poland. It comes in five varieties. Buckwheat honey is dark brown and has a coarse texture and a sharp, intense, pungent flavor. Heather honey is amber to orange in color, has a thick gelatinous texture and a sweet, intense, slightly bitter flavor. Colza honey is almost colorless, has a sticky texture and a mild, delicate, slightly bitter flavor. Lime honey is green to amber in color, has a gritty texture and a sharp and bitter flavor. The last variety is polyfloral honey, varying in color from pale cream to pale brown, with a runny, viscous texture and a variable nectar, usually mild and sweet in flavor. Generally, the honey has an exceptionally rich flavor and is made by almost 200 beekeepers from the region. The local climate and soil favourably influence the region's flora, most of them highly productive honey plants, and in addition to the skills of the local beekeepers, the high-quality Drahimski honey varieties are produced and enjoyed throughout the country and abroad.Expand

Miód kurpiowski is a unique kind of honey gathered and produced in the Kurpie region, northeast of Warsaw in Poland. The tradition of beekeeping in the area goes back to the 15th century when the honey was shipped to the royal court, aristocrats and monasteries. Today, the honey in the region is made according to the strict regulations of traditional production, making sure that it contains all the enzymes and compounds as it did in the past. Due to the diversity of the flora in the region, the trees, plants and herbs give Kurpie honey its delicate, spicy aroma, and acacia, honeydew, linden or mixed-flower flavors. As evidence of its popularity, a local honey festival called Kurpie Honey Harvest is held every year and attracts thousands of gourmets and tourists. It is great when eaten on its own or with fresh bread, as a sweetener for hot drinks or used in a sweet gingerbread cookie called pierniki - mixed with raisins and almonds.Expand

This Portuguese variety of honey has great nutritional value, and it is made by the Apis mellifera bee species from the Iberian Peninsula. These bees are kept in the municipality of Lousã, near the city of Coimbra, and they feed on the nectar of local flowers and chestnut trees. The honey is thick, syrupy, and dark amber in color, while its flavor is intense with notes of wood and heather. It can crystallize at low temperatures, at which point the intensity of its color. It can be eaten as raw, used as a sweetener and a sugar substitute, or can be incorporated into various traditional cakes and desserts.Expand

Produced in the districts of Gortynia and Mantineia in the Arcadia prefecture, Meli Elatis Menalou Vanilia is the first Greek honey acknowledged by the European Union as a protected product. At least 80% of this honey comes from black fir, while the rest is mixed flower honey. This world famous product owns the 'vanilia' name to its color that can be described as being between pearly white to caramel. The honey is not collected from the blossoms, but rather honeydew produced by microorganisms on the trunk of the black fir. It has a humidity degree of approximately 15% and a sugar content varying between 8% and 18% which keep it from crystallizing, even after many years. It has a great nutritional value since it contains many minerals such as potassium, magnesium and iron, and vitamins that promote better sugar absorption by the human body. This product is also valued for its subtle sweetness and aroma of butterscotch. It is one of the rarest products in the world because the manufacturing of this exquisite honey takes time and money as the honeycomb must be destroyed. For this reason, the amount produced is limited and Meli Elatis Menalou Vaniliais is usually sold out even before the production started. It can be used as a sweetener, or as an ingredient in many recipes.Expand

Mānuka is a honey variety that is popular in Australia and New Zealand, characterized by its high viscosity and a dark cream or dark brown color. It is produced by European honey bees who forage on the mānuka tree. The honey has a strong, florid, complex, rich, and slightly bitter flavor. Although many people say that this honey has unique medicinal properties, there is still no conclusive evidence for those claims. It contains methylglyoxal, which is under research for its potential for boosting the immune system, helping skin wounds to heal, and fighting against bacteria. Sadly, as the prices grew higher because of its supposed health benefits, so too have counterfeits. Due to the fact that not all Mānuka honey is the same and some have varying levels of methylglyoxal, New Zealand founded an advocacy group and a rating system called UMF (Unique Mānuka Factor Honey Association), which rates the strength of different Mānuka batches so that the customers wouldn't be duped into buying an inferior product. Mānuka honey is often used as a sweetener for tea, milk, and smoothies, but it's best to eat it raw off a spoon, because just like most honey types, the more you heat it, the more potential there is for reducing its nutritional value.Expand

One of the main distinctions of Slovenian honey comes from a very low water content and its characteristic pollen spectrum, which reflects the diverse flora of the area where honey is produced. As of 2013, the following types of honey can be marketed as Slovenski med: floral or nectar honey; forest or honeydew honey; acacia, linden, chestnut, fir and spruce honey. The production of honey in Slovenia is based exclusively on beekeeping of the Carniolan bee. This specific bee species is the second most widespread honey bee in the world, adapted to the wider area of Kočevje, once the historical region of Carniola. In fact, Slovenia is the only EU member state which has protected its native bee, after which it introduced controlled honey production in 1999. The excellence of Slovenski med is evidenced by the various awards received in both national and international competitions, for instance, numerous gold medal awards at the Apimedica & Apiquality world honey competition. Its most recent awards include the BiolMiel 2011 international organic honey competition in Italy, where Slovenian acacia and forest honey won gold medals and chestnut honey came in at 4th place.Expand

Pefkothymaromelo Kritis is a special variety of thyme and pine honey produced In Crete, an area which has the highest density of bees in the world. The sediment of this honeydew, or forest honey, contains pollen grains from up to 20 different plants in each honey sample. Pefkothymaromelo Kritis has medium clarity and sweetness, and its flavor is mild, with floral notes and hints of wood and resin. It remains fluid for at least 12 months from the day of harvest.Expand

Nomad Premium Greek Honey is a high-quality honey product known for its distinct flavor and natural ingredients. It is produced through traditional beekeeping methods that prioritize the health and well-being of the bees.

The honey is sourced from a variety of wildflowers, which contribute to its unique taste profile and rich nutritional content. The packaging is designed to preserve the honey’s freshness and natural properties.Expand

Oliveology is a London-based company that specializes in premium Greek food products. The company offers a range of artisanal goods including extra virgin olive oils, olives, and honey sourced directly from Greece.

Oliveology focuses on sustainability and the preservation of traditional Greek agriculture and culinary practices. The company operates both an online store and a physical presence at London's Borough Market.Expand

12Stremmata is a honey producer based in Drama, Greece. This company specializes in the production of high-quality, natural honey.

The emphasis is on sustainable beekeeping practices and maintaining the health of bee populations. They offer a variety of honey products that are known for their distinct flavors and nutritional benefits.Expand

Beestories is a honey producer based in Greece. The company focuses on producing high-quality honey and aims to highlight the diverse flora of Greece through their products.

Beestories emphasizes the natural and pure aspects of their honey, offering various types depending on the flowering season and locations.Expand

KOINSEP MELISMATA is a cooperative organization that focuses on honey production. Based in Greece, they emphasize sustainable and eco-friendly beekeeping practices.

The cooperative operates with a philosophy of supporting local communities and promoting social economy principles. They produce and market a range of honey varieties and other bee-related products.Expand

Planet Bee Honey Farm & Meadery is devoted to creating pure, raw Canadian honey and premium bee products with care, integrity, and a deep respect for nature. Their wide range of offerings includes artisanal honeys, propolis, royal jelly, bee pollen, beeswax candles, and natural wellness and skincare products – all crafted with quality in mind. Every product is hand-bottled and labeled on-site, ensuring attention to detail and a personal touch in every jar.

Planet Bee is not only passionate about the purity of its products but also about sharing the magic of bees with the world. Their unique line of Honeymoon Mead blends tradition with innovation, offering a memorable tasting experience that reflects the harmony between bees and nature. Visitors can enjoy free tastings of honey and mead, observe bees up close, and explore pollinator-friendly gardens – making Planet Bee both an educational and sensory experience for all ages. With a commitment to sustainability and natural health, Planet Bee brings the best of the hive directly to your home.Expand

Bee Naturalles is a honey producer based in Greece. They specialize in producing high-quality, raw, and unfiltered honey.

The company focuses on sustainable and eco-friendly beekeeping practices. Bee Naturalles offers a variety of honey products, including thyme, pine, and blossom honey.

Their products are available both domestically and internationally.Expand

Melira is a honey producer located in Attica, Greece. The company specializes in high-quality honey products derived from various types of flowers and trees.

Melira is known for its innovative packaging and commitment to preserving the natural properties of honey. Their product line includes flavors such as thyme honey, pine honey, and heather honey.Expand