NATURAL STANDARDS
Michael Martelli
Woodside, New York
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Alabasinis Flower & Forest Honey is an exceptional example of traditional Greek apiculture, capturing the rugged, untamed biodiversity of the Hellenic landscape. As a premium Product of Greece, this honey is harvested by bees foraging across diverse, wild microclimates—from sun-drenched coastal wildflowers to deep, high-altitude coniferous forests. 130G BOTTLE
The result is a complex, multi-layered blend that offers a far richer flavor profile and higher antioxidant content than standard commercial honeys.
In Greece, the coexistence of floral valleys and dense forests allows beekeepers to create unique "hybrid" honeys that offer the best of both worlds:
The Flower Component: Sourced from wild Mediterranean flora (such as thyme, sage, and mountain blossoms), this layer provides a delicate, bright, and aromatic sweetness with subtle herbal undertones.
The Forest Component: Sourced from tree resins and honeydew (such as pine, fir, and oak), this layer grounds the honey with a dark, amber color, a thick texture, and a woody, malt-like depth. Because forest honey is less prone to crystallization, it keeps the blend smooth and velvety for longer.
Thanks to its natural purity and balance, the Alabasinis blend functions beautifully as both a gourmet ingredient and a daily wellness supplement:
The Aegean Breakfast: Drizzle it generously over thick, authentic Greek yogurt topped with raw walnuts. The honey's deep, woody forest notes effortlessly cut through the tart creaminess of the yogurt.
Tea & Infusions: Because it contains earthy forest resins, it dissolves beautifully into hot black teas, chamomile, or traditional Greek mountain tea without creating an overwhelming sweetness.