Forest honey
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HabibeeZzz · Family Apiary · Virovitica, Croatia
This is not ordinary honey. Dark, viscous, full of flavor — forest honey is for those who know what they want. Less sweet. More character. More depth.
Our forest honey is a so-called honeydew honey — which makes it fundamentally different from blossom honey. Instead of flower nectar, our bees collect honeydew: the sweet excretion of trees and wild plants in the dense forests around Virovitica, Croatia.
That explains everything: its deep, dark color. Its rich, viscous texture. Its full flavor with subtle notes of resin and caramel. And the higher mineral content that forest honey naturally has compared to lighter blossom honey. Cold extracted, unprocessed, exactly as the bees made it.
Flavor Profile
| ●Full, rich, and intense flavor | ●Notes of resin and caramel | |
| ●Deep dark color | ●Less sweet, more character | |
Perfect for
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Recovery & energy Thanks to its higher mineral content, it's a popular honey for physical exertion and recovery. A spoon after exercise or on a demanding day. |
A robust breakfast On a hearty slice of sourdough bread or in rich oatmeal with nuts. Its full flavor stands up well to strong tastes. |
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Culinary depth With strong cheeses like aged goat cheese or Parmesan. As a base for a savory marinade or glazed on roasted meat. |
For the true connoisseur Forest honey is not for everyone — and that's precisely what makes it special. For those who find ordinary honey too tame. |
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As our grandparents already knew
Honeydew honey has been valued for centuries as one of the most potent and nutritious types of honey. In Eastern European folk wisdom, it was traditionally used as a recovery food after illness or intense exertion — and as a supportive agent for overall vitality. Its higher mineral content and rich composition make forest honey the choice when you want more than just sweetness.
Crystallization — what you need to know
Forest honey crystallizes slower than blossom honey — a characteristic of honeydew honey. When crystallization occurs, the crystals can be slightly coarser, and the honey takes on a thicker, creamy texture. Consider it a sign of quality: it proves that your honey is pure and unprocessed. Place the jar in a bowl of warm water to gently melt it. Flavor and quality remain fully preserved.
Choose your size
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250g The perfect introduction — or a stylish gift |
450g The perfect size for the average kitchen |
900g For the true enthusiast — best value for money |
From our bees. To your table. Taste the difference.
Not suitable for children under 1 year of age. Honey can naturally contain Clostridium botulinum spores that are harmful to infants.
Store at room temperature, dry and sealed — not in the refrigerator.
When stored correctly, it has an almost unlimited shelf life.
We are here to help you Do you have a question about the origin of our honey, are you unsure which type suits you best, or do you want to know the status of your order? Our team is ready to assist you.
- Always available: Send us a message 24/7 via info@habibeezzz.nl or the contact form.
- Quick response: We aim to personally answer all questions within 24 hours.
- Honest advice: No standard answers, but genuine advice from the source.
We ensure that your liquid gold is packed and shipped with the utmost care. Because we work with glass jars, we use specially reinforced packaging material.
- Fast processing: If you order on a weekday before 5:00 PM, your package will be dispatched the same day.
- Delivery time: Within the Netherlands and Belgium, you can expect delivery within 1 to 3 business days.
- Reliable partners: We ship via PostNL, DHL, and DPD, including real-time tracking so you know exactly when the delivery driver will arrive.
- Free shipping: For orders over €100, we cover the shipping costs entirely.
Carefully packed: Each jar is manually inspected and packed securely to prevent breakage.
