HELMOS Koumaria Honey

Arbutus honey is produced by the Soukas family on the slopes of Achaia. The flowering of the strawberry tree begins in November, while its blossoms provide pollen and nectar until late spring.

Flavor:

It has a characteristic strong, very full-bodied, slightly bitter taste, with aromatic notes of bitter caramel.

Aroma:

It does not have an intense aroma.

Color:

Its color is initially yellowish, and as the honey matures, it develops a dark copper color.

Crystallization:

It crystallizes relatively quickly and develops a buttery texture.

According to an analysis by the Bremen Beekeeping Institute and Kraft in Munich, it contains:

0.0% sucrose, common sugar
36.1% fructose
28.9% glucose
1.7% maltose
1% turanose
19.5% moisture

Its pH ranges around 4.5.

In Greece, arbutus honey and chestnut honey are unfortunately not widely known. However, they are well known and highly sought after for their beneficial properties in the markets of Central Europe, Russia, and Arab countries.