Ηave you tried the Cretan Honey?




I remember the first time i tasted the cretan honey... I just loved it. It's delicious! That made me want to learn more about it. So, today i share some basic relevant information with you. The island of Crete has been intimate with the production of honey since the Minoan era.

The thyme and the pine tree honey of Crete stand out for both, their quality and taste, as the geomorphology of the island, the warm climate and the wide variety of herbs consist the ideal conditions of its production.

Thyme honey is very aromatic and lighter, while pine honey is darker and less sweet, while it is common to find a mix of the two honeys in the market.

The bees on the island are fed with thyme, sage, oregano, acacia, eucalyptus etc.

There are many beekeepers in Crete and the honey production takes place in large mountainous areas. 

The honey collection is made during the summer, after the bees have already been fed during spring, when there are many herbs and flowers.


The raw honey remains unaltered and retains its nutritional value for too long. 

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