Raw Sidr & Oak Honey – An Unusual Combination of Two of Our Most Potent Honeys

This exceptional raw Greek honey is naturally produced from bees foraging on both Oak trees and Sidr (Ziziphus) bushes in the wild forests near Komotini, Thrace. It combines the unique strengths of two of our most bioactive honeys into one rare harvest. With a thick texture and flavour notes of molasses, dark chocolate, and toffee, this high-activity honey (TA 28.5) offers both exceptional taste and natural potency. Gathered by organic beekeeper Giorgios, it’s a powerhouse raw forest honey with serious credentials. Honey connoisseurs are going to seriously love this honey.

🐝 Product Highlights

• Fusion of Sidr & Oak honeys – Two of our most potent, active varieties
• Exceptionally high bioactivity – Lab tested at TA 28.5 (listed as 25+)
• Rich, molasses-like flavour with chocolate and toffee notes
• 100% Raw – Never pasteurised or ultra-filtered
• Cold-pressed to preserve enzymes and nutrients
• Coarse-filtered – Retains natural pollen and propolis
• Unblended – Single-origin harvest
• Ethically produced – Wild forest hives in remote Komotini
• Limited harvest – Only small batches available

🌿 Aroma

Warm, smoky oak overlaid with a subtle herbal lift from Sidr—almost balsamic in its woodiness, with whispers of resin and a delicate honeyed sweetness underneath.

🍫 Flavour

Deep oak dominates, with molasses and dark chocolate tones, rounded by the creamy smoothness of Sidr. Rich, thick, and almost confection‑like: imagine the soft centre of a toffee slice, but with earth, depth, and forest complexities.

🎨 Colour

Dark amber, dense and glossy. Naturally thick, with a spoonable texture. It may crystallise over time into a fine-grained, fudge-like consistency.

🌍 Origin

This honey comes from the wild hills and oak forests surrounding Komotini in Thrace, northern Greece. The area borders the Rhodope Mountains and is rich in biodiversity, with native oak trees and Sidr (Ziziphus) bushes growing in abundance. Protected under the Natura 2000 network, the region offers unspoiled forage and a pristine environment for the bees. The Mediterranean climate, combined with the mountain influence, supports rich nectar flow and high enzymatic activity in the honey.

🍽️ Common Uses

• Enjoy straight from the spoon for maximum potency
• Drizzle over Greek yoghurt with walnuts
• Stir into warm milk as a soothing drink
• Use in marinades or glazes for rich meats
• Elevate dark chocolate or nutty desserts

👤 Producer: Giorgios

Giorgios is a dedicated organic beekeeper whose focus is on bee health, purity, and sustainability. Based in northern Greece, he keeps his hives in remote, unspoiled forest regions like Thassos and Komotini. His methods are bee-sensitive and environmentally conscious, favouring natural rhythms over short term high-yield practices. Passionate about quality and always refining his techniques, Giorgios produces small-batch honeys that reflect the biodiversity of the landscape and his careful stewardship of the bees.

🧪 What does “Active 25+” mean?

We send this honey to a lab for a "Total Activity" test, which measures antimicrobial potency against Staph aureus bacteria. An Active 25 rating is exceptionally high—comparable to top-grade Manuka honey. The activity is largely due to an enzyme that produces hydrogen peroxide. Please note: the activity level is highest at testing and naturally declines over time, especially with light and heat exposure. Store in a cool, dark place to help maintain potency.

🧊 How to store your honey

Keep in a cool, dark place to protect the natural enzymes that give honey its antibacterial qualities. Avoid direct sunlight and high heat.

🍯 Why Raw Honey is Different from Processed Honey

Raw honey is pure, straight from the hive, retaining natural enzymes, pollen, and nutrients. Supermarket honey is usually pasteurised, filtered, and blended for uniformity—removing much of what makes honey unique. Every jar of raw honey is different, shaped by climate, season, and forage, making it a living reflection of its origin.

🌀 Crystallisation

Raw honey crystallises naturally (so we cannot accept returns on crystallised honey). We indicate whether the honey is runny or crystallised, but this may change. If you prefer it runny, simply warm it gently. See our Runny Honey Guide or read more.

🏪 About Us

At The Raw Honey Shop, we believe honey should be RAW, unpasteurised, and 100% natural. Since 2008, we've introduced customers to over 30 varieties of pure, raw, and organic honey—each with its own unique flavour and story. Thank you for visiting. We look forward to sharing the world of raw, pure honey—the way the bees intended it!

📸 Representative Photo Disclaimer

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

Please note we cannot accept returns on this honey due to its size.  If your tub or tin arrives slightly damaged and leaking, we are happy to give you a partial refund on the amount of honey you feel has been lost. Unfortunately, we cannot replace whole tins or tubs unless more then 50% of the honey has been lost. We would then request you send us pictures so that we can assess the damage and agree the replacement.