Stories from the Hive
Honey crystallization is a natural process that occurs due to Honey’s unique chemical composition. It is the formation and growth of sugar crystals in a jar of Honey. Crystallization is a natural process and not a sign of adulteration or spoilage. It’s not a sign of spoilage but a normal reaction to honey’s supersaturated sugar solution.
Honey adds a unique touch to sweet and savory dishes, infusing them with its distinctive flavor and natural sweetness. Honey can be both delicious and beneficial to your health! Honey-based drinks taste great and offer various health benefits, from improved digestion to enhanced immunity.
Store honey in a cool, dark place like your pantry is ideal for keeping honey fresh. It's important to keep it away from heat sources like your stove or oven, as excessive heat can alter honey's flavour. Additionally, Avoid temperature fluctuations, as they can promote crystallization.
Wild honey is unheated and unpasteurized, retaining all the natural goodness – pollen, propolis (resin bees use to build their hives), and even trace amounts of beeswax. Packed with antioxidants, it protects cells from damage and may help prevent diseases. Bee pollen itself has anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties, potentially aiding wound healing and recovery.
Here's a video on how the honey collection takes place in the forests of central India. Honey and Spice works with the World wildlife fund (WWF) and tribal honey hunters in Chattisgarh to bring you this rare, medicinal and exotic honey right from the jungles.