Organic honeys
Organic honeys represent an ecological approach combined with excellent nutritional quality. This category is subject to strict manufacturing standards, guaranteeing both product purity and the protection of ecosystems.
What is organic honey?
Organic honey is the result of ecological beekeeping, without the use of pesticides or other synthetic chemicals. Bees forage on wild flowers, contributing to local biodiversity while looking after their own health and, above all, maintaining the natural balance. Unlike conventional honeys, where the bees and their environment are often subjected to specific treatments, this one benefits from optimal nutritional quality and authentic flavors.
What are the benefits of organic honeys? Organic honeys are renowned for their rich antioxidant content, thanks to the presence of numerous flavonoids, vitamins and mineral salts. Their therapeutic virtues have been appreciated for centuries. Indeed, they are exploited for their anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. They are also good for the immune system and aid digestion. Their sweetness makes them an ideal substitute for refined sugar in a balanced diet.
What about the production process for organic honeys?
The production of organic honeys relies on strict methods throughout its cycle, from the selection of beehives to harvesting and extraction. As organic honey producers, our beekeepers are committed to sustainable management practices to reduce their ecological footprint, while ensuring the well-being of our bees. Quality controls are carried out to ensure compliance with production standards and preserve the quality of the end result.
What are the different varieties of organic honey?
Comptoir du Miel, a specialist in the sale of organic honey, offers you a selection of refined organic honeys, each made from specific flowers. Among them acacia honeyfrom the plains of the Landes region, stands out for its fine, delicate aroma. It is also appreciated for its persistent liquid consistency due to its high fructose content.
Comptoir du Miel offers two varieties of organic orange tree honey. Honey from Mexico’s Yucatan region, with its slightly floral, tangy taste, is particularly appreciated for cooking and baking. In Spain, on the Castellon de la Plana plain, this product can be recognized by its citrus fragrance and amber to golden color.
Le organic chestnut honeyOrganic Chestnut Honey, from the Dordogne region of France, has a creamy texture and a vegetal aroma that provides a woody sensation. Its floral and aromatic flavor, with bitter and spicy overtones, makes it an excellent choice as a culinary complement or natural sweetener.
For fans of products made in France, Comptoir du Miel has a selection of organic French honeys. Among them, the emblematic organic lavender honey, from Grignan in the Drôme, is renowned for its sweet scent and light color. The borage honeyis appreciated by children for its sweet, candy-like taste. You’ll also find forest honeyA member of the honeydew family, forest honey is harvested in Savoie and has a rich taste.