Hautes-Alpes Pine Honey

HAUTES-ALPES PINE HONEY HÉDÈNE: THE SOUL OF THE FOREST

Hautes-Alpes Hédène Pine honey is a rare and precious treasure, carefully produced by bees and beekeepers in the heart of the majestic mountains. Its amber, almost golden color is reminiscent of the sun's rays filtering through the branches of pine trees. As soon as the jar opens, a sweet woody scent, a subtle blend of pine nuts and resin, caresses the senses, evoking a walk in the forest.

On the palate, it is an authentic experience which unfolds revealing a robust but very sweet flavor, enhanced with subtle notes of undergrowth and forest. Light notes of resin and pine sap enrich this symphony of tastes. Appreciated by gourmets, Hédène pine honey is unique and charms the taste buds with a distinctive forest intensity.

HONEY FROM THE ALPE

Harvested in the Hautes-Alpes, in the heart of the lush Aspremont forest, Hédène pine honey is a rare pearl of nature due to the difficulty in harvesting it by bees. It is a type of honey that is collected from the secretions of certain insects, such as aphids, which feed on the sap of pine trees. Unlike traditional honey produced by bees from flower nectar, pine honey is produced from the sweet secretion called "honeydew" left by these insects on pine needles. This honeydew is then harvested by bees who transform it into honey, giving it its unique taste!

A TASTE WORK OF ART

Hautes-Alpes Hédène Pine honey is generally harvested during the summer period, more precisely at the beginning of summer. Forager bees get to work when the pines of the Hautes-Alpes are in full bloom, producing the nectar needed to make this unique honey. This period can vary depending on weather conditions and nectar availability, but is generally between June and July. Harvesting this honey is an essential step in capturing all the aromatic and taste richness offered by mountain pines. This rare honey is the result of meticulous work by bees, transforming honeydew into a taste work of art.

TASTING ADVICE – HAUTES-ALPES PINE HONEY

Hautes-Alpes Hédène Pine honey offers a multitude of tasting uses. It goes well with both savory and sweet dishes. On the gourmet side, in addition to enhancing your toast, it goes perfectly with yogurt and will give a unique aromatic note to your pastries! In gingerbread, cannelés or even a lemon cake! For your savory recipes, it is perfect for softening meats such as duck or caramelized pork. In addition, this exceptional honey can be incorporated into hot drinks, creating fragrant and comforting herbal teas. As a natural sweetness, it pairs deliciously with hard cheeses, adding a subtly woody touch to your tasting platters. The pine and resin notes of this honey also pair wonderfully with Asian dishes, bringing an exotic nuance to your stir-fries and stir-fried dishes.

Price/100g: €5.56