One of the Purest Raw Organic Forest honeys
This is one of the finest raw organic forest honeys produced due to the extremely remote area it comes from.
Beekeeper Luisa places her hives high in the Cantabrian Mountains and hills in Asturias.
A green and unspoilt area in the north of Spain.
The forests in this area are untouched, in a chemical-free environment with a mixture of wild Mediterranean oak, chestnut, beech, and pine trees.
The area is completely wild and Luisa often has problems with bears coming to knock over the hives to steal the honey. She's often caught them on camera.
The large trees in the forest exude a sweet sap which the bees feed on, sometimes with the help of aphids who drill into the tree bark to release the sap.
Some trees also produce strongly-scented blossoms, like the chestnut trees, which the bees love.
The bees produce a very high quality thick Forest honey known for its dark, thick texture and molasses-like richness, this honey is higher in natural fructose, offering quick energy and slow crystallisation—ideal for those seeking a natural, intense forest honey experience.
The honey has a bold woody aroma with subtle sweet sap notes reminiscent of forest undergrowth, tree bark, and mineral-rich earth.
The colour of the honey is very dark amber almost black.
The flavour is full-bodied and slightly savoury with a molasses-like richness and earthy undertones. Less sweet than blossom honeys, perfect for those who enjoy complex, dark honeys.
Common Uses
- Culinary: Enhances rich cakes, cookies, and ice creams.
- Beverages: Adds depth to warm herbal teas.
- Glazes: Ideal for meat marinades with a deep, balsamic flavour.
- Wellness: Known for antibacterial benefits and natural energy boost.
You can see more of the honey in this video.
Three generations - A real family story
Luisa, her daughter Olaya and son Mario are passionate artisan beekeepers from the wild regions of northern Spain. Their organic practices ensure that the honey they produce is pure, raw, and full of flavour, reflecting the rich biodiversity of the region. This is a family operation and includes Luisa's mother Jacoba and her sister Ines, who pack the honey.
