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Heather Honey

Calluna vulgaris Allergen-Free
Heather Honey

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Ericaceae
  • Primary Cuisine European (especially Scottish, Irish, Scandinavian)
  • Seasonality Late Summer (harvest)
  • Source Nectar from Heather flowers

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Heather Honey ?

A unique, thixotropic honey derived from heather flowers, known for its strong, slightly bitter, and floral flavor.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Heather Honey ?

Le/La/L'Heather Honey a un goût strong, malty, slightly bitter, floral, caramel, earthy avec des arômes pungent, earthy, heather flowers, fenugreek, hay.

Taste
Strong, Malty, Slightly Bitter, Floral, Caramel, Earthy
Texture
Gelling (thixotropic), Viscous, Slightly granular
Aroma
Pungent, Earthy, Heather flowers, Fenugreek, Hay
Acidity
Low-Medium

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 21g (1 tbsp)
Calories304 kcal
Total Fat0.0 g
Saturated Fat0.0 g
Trans Fat0.0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.3 g
Total Carbohydrate82.4 g
Dietary Fiber0.0 g
Total Sugars82.1 g
Calcium6 mg
Iron0.4 mg
Potassium50 mg

Le secret du chef

To easily pour thixotropic heather honey, gently stir it with a spoon for a few seconds until it becomes liquid, then use immediately.

Substituts & Proportions pour Heather Honey

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Heather Honey est Buckwheat Honey, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Best for replicating the strong, malty, and slightly bitter flavor profile.

Substituts pour Heather Honey avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Buckwheat Honey Meilleur 1:1 Best for replicating the strong, malty, and slightly bitter flavor profile.
Manuka Honey 1:1 Offers a strong, herbaceous, and medicinal flavor profile, along with unique texture and health benefits.
Dark Maple Syrup 1:1 For a rich, earthy sweetness in baking or as a topping, without the specific floral notes.
Treacle (Golden Syrup) 1:1 Provides a similar viscous texture and deep, caramelized sweetness, though less complex.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Heather Honey

  1. Look for certified pure heather honey.
  2. Its thixotropic nature means it often appears as a jelly; stir to liquefy.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Heather Honey ?

  • Strong cheeses
  • Game meats
  • Whiskey
  • Oatmeal
  • Yogurt
  • Dark bread.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Heather Honey ?

Strong, Malty, Slightly Bitter, Floral, Caramel, Earthy Pungent, Earthy, Heather flowers, Fenugreek, Hay

Quel est un bon substitut pour Heather Honey ?

Le meilleur substitut est Buckwheat Honey (1:1). Best for replicating the strong, malty, and slightly bitter flavor profile.

Comment choisir et conserver le Heather Honey ?

Look for certified pure heather honey. Its thixotropic nature means it often appears as a jelly; stir to liquefy.

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