Raw Certified Organic Artisan Sidr Honey – Deep Herbal Flavour, Active 24

This rare Greek Sidr honey comes from beekeeper Asterios, whose hives rest deep in the dense, biodiverse forests of Northern Greece, near the Turkish border. The landscape here is alive with Sidr trees, thriving without modern agriculture or pesticides. From this untouched sanctuary, the bees produce an exceptionally pure honey - verified as 76% Sidr pollen - that carries a deep herbal sweetness, soft vanilla notes, and remarkable intensity. With its Active 24 antimicrobial rating, this honey is both rare and highly prized.


Product Highlights

  • Rare and legendary Sidr honey
  • Certified Organic
  • Lab tested Active 24 – strongly antimicrobial
  • Verified as genuine Sidr: 76% Sidr pollen
  • High mineral content (1.57 mS/cm conductivity)
  • Richer, more intense flavour than most Sidr honeys
  • Harvested from isolated, pesticide-free Sidr forests
  • Cold-pressed & unpasteurised
  • Antibacterial & 100% raw

Aroma

Subtle herbal notes with a whisper of vanilla and wild herbs. Clean and earthy, reflecting the purity of its forest origin.

Flavour

Smooth, indulgent sweetness with complexity. It opens with full-bodied Sidr richness, unfolds into soft vanilla and caramelised tones, and finishes with wild herb and spice notes. The purity enhances the intensity, making it long-lasting and memorable.

Colour

A deep amber glow with golden highlights. Translucent and clear, thanks to minimal filtering. Over time, natural crystallisation may occur, giving it a creamy texture.

Origin

Harvested in the wild forested borderlands of Northern Greece, near Turkey. This is a protected ecosystem of ancient trees, thriving wildlife, and abundant Sidr (Ziziphus spina-christi). With no pesticide use or agriculture, the bees forage in complete purity, producing honey that embodies the natural heritage of the region.

Common Uses

  • Drizzle over artisan bread or warm toast
  • Sweeten herbal or black tea
  • Pair with strong cheeses, especially aged or blue
  • Swirl into Greek yoghurt or porridge
  • Use in marinades or dressings for richness
  • A luxurious addition to cheese boards and fruit platters

What does "Active" mean in the product title?  

We send some of our honeys to a lab for a "Total Activity test". This test measures the total antimicrobial activity of a honey. This is done by testing a solution of a honey on a lab plate against the Staph Aureus bacteria. the honey is graded according to the amount of bacteria that the honey solution kills. Generally, the range that we see will be between 10 and 25 plus. This type of test is similar to the test used to grade Manuka Honey.  The main antibacterial activity is caused by a bee enzyme that creates hydrogen peroxide in the honey. Please bear in mind that the Activity Level is at its highest when we test it and will decrease over time. This will happen faster if the honey is exposed to light and heat. Storing the honey in a dark cool place will help to slow down the rate at which the Activity Level decreases.


How Raw Honey is Different from Processed Honey

Raw honey is minimally processed, meaning it’s packed with natural enzymes, pollen, and nutrients that are often lost during processing. Most supermarket honeys are processed to create a uniform appearance, often being drained of pollen, heated, and blended. Raw honey changes in flavour, colour, and texture depending on the season and the flowers that bees feed on, making each batch unique.


Crystallisation in Raw Honey

Raw honey tends to crystallise over time due to its natural glucose content. This is a natural process and does not affect the quality of the honey. For more information on why honey crystallises, visit our blog or check Wikipedia for a more scientific explanation.


About Us

At The Raw Honey Shop, we believe that honey should be RAW, unpasteurised, and 100% natural. Since 2008, we've been introducing our customers to a world of pure, all-natural, unpasteurised honey. Our catalogue includes over 30 different varieties of raw and organic honeys, each with its own unique story and flavour.

Thank you for visiting our shop. We look forward to introducing you to a world of raw, pure, and truly wonderful honey—the way the bees intended it!

Note: The product photo is representative. The colour and texture of raw honey may vary depending on the season and level of crystallisation. Please check the product title and description for accurate contents.


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Raw Certified Organic Artisan Sidr - Active 24

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Raw Certified Organic Artisan Sidr Honey – Deep Herbal Flavour, Active 24

This rare Greek Sidr honey comes from beekeeper Asterios, whose hives rest deep in the dense, biodiverse forests of Northern Greece, near the Turkish border. The landscape here is alive with Sidr trees, thriving without modern agriculture or pesticides. From this untouched sanctuary, the bees produce an exceptionally pure honey - verified as 76% Sidr pollen - that carries a deep herbal sweetness, soft vanilla notes, and remarkable intensity. With its Active 24 antimicrobial rating, this honey is both rare and highly prized.


Product Highlights

  • Rare and legendary Sidr honey
  • Certified Organic
  • Lab tested Active 24 – strongly antimicrobial
  • Verified as genuine Sidr: 76% Sidr pollen
  • High mineral content (1.57 mS/cm conductivity)
  • Richer, more intense flavour than most Sidr honeys
  • Harvested from isolated, pesticide-free Sidr forests
  • Cold-pressed & unpasteurised
  • Antibacterial & 100% raw

Aroma

Subtle herbal notes with a whisper of vanilla and wild herbs. Clean and earthy, reflecting the purity of its forest origin.

Flavour

Smooth, indulgent sweetness with complexity. It opens with full-bodied Sidr richness, unfolds into soft vanilla and caramelised tones, and finishes with wild herb and spice notes. The purity enhances the intensity, making it long-lasting and memorable.

Colour

A deep amber glow with golden highlights. Translucent and clear, thanks to minimal filtering. Over time, natural crystallisation may occur, giving it a creamy texture.

Origin

Harvested in the wild forested borderlands of Northern Greece, near Turkey. This is a protected ecosystem of ancient trees, thriving wildlife, and abundant Sidr (Ziziphus spina-christi). With no pesticide use or agriculture, the bees forage in complete purity, producing honey that embodies the natural heritage of the region.

Common Uses

  • Drizzle over artisan bread or warm toast
  • Sweeten herbal or black tea
  • Pair with strong cheeses, especially aged or blue
  • Swirl into Greek yoghurt or porridge
  • Use in marinades or dressings for richness
  • A luxurious addition to cheese boards and fruit platters

What does "Active" mean in the product title?  

We send some of our honeys to a lab for a "Total Activity test". This test measures the total antimicrobial activity of a honey. This is done by testing a solution of a honey on a lab plate against the Staph Aureus bacteria. the honey is graded according to the amount of bacteria that the honey solution kills. Generally, the range that we see will be between 10 and 25 plus. This type of test is similar to the test used to grade Manuka Honey.  The main antibacterial activity is caused by a bee enzyme that creates hydrogen peroxide in the honey. Please bear in mind that the Activity Level is at its highest when we test it and will decrease over time. This will happen faster if the honey is exposed to light and heat. Storing the honey in a dark cool place will help to slow down the rate at which the Activity Level decreases.


How Raw Honey is Different from Processed Honey

Raw honey is minimally processed, meaning it’s packed with natural enzymes, pollen, and nutrients that are often lost during processing. Most supermarket honeys are processed to create a uniform appearance, often being drained of pollen, heated, and blended. Raw honey changes in flavour, colour, and texture depending on the season and the flowers that bees feed on, making each batch unique.


Crystallisation in Raw Honey

Raw honey tends to crystallise over time due to its natural glucose content. This is a natural process and does not affect the quality of the honey. For more information on why honey crystallises, visit our blog or check Wikipedia for a more scientific explanation.


About Us

At The Raw Honey Shop, we believe that honey should be RAW, unpasteurised, and 100% natural. Since 2008, we've been introducing our customers to a world of pure, all-natural, unpasteurised honey. Our catalogue includes over 30 different varieties of raw and organic honeys, each with its own unique story and flavour.

Thank you for visiting our shop. We look forward to introducing you to a world of raw, pure, and truly wonderful honey—the way the bees intended it!

Note: The product photo is representative. The colour and texture of raw honey may vary depending on the season and level of crystallisation. Please check the product title and description for accurate contents.


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