White clover honey is harvested in the Saône et Loire department. The bees, by carefully choosing the areas to forage, reveal a direct dependence on the varied floral resources that contribute to the complexity of flavors in white clover honey.

The bees are placed in wild apiaries. This suggests a commitment to sustainable beekeeping practices. The promotion of wild apiaries contributes to the preservation of the environment and the health of bee colonies. Bees make up to seven round trips a day to collect nectar. Hence the importance of preserving bees’ natural habitats to ensure their continued access to diverse nectar sources.

White clover flowering:

It extends from April to October, depending on the habitat, or even longer if winters are mild. Clover is an excellent forage, much appreciated by bees. It’s a hardy plant that can withstand frosts and has the the ability to capture and fix nitrogen in the soil.

Clover honey in cooking :

In addition to being consumed directly as a natural sweetener, white clover honey can be used in a variety of preparations culinary preparations. Its creamy consistency makes it easy to spread on bread or incorporate into pastry recipes: a teaspoonful on a tart is sure to make an impact!

Its creamy consistency will also be much appreciated by gourmets in the kitchen, for its possible pairings with sauces or pastries, and also for its ease of spreading on toast and crêpes.

The benefits of white clover honey :

Its energy-boosting properties, its content of vitamins B1, B2, B3, copper and potassium, as well as its potential to promote sleep, offer an in-depth perspective on honey’s nutritional benefits. It is renowned for calming anxiety: in the evening, a spoonful of honey taken as an infusion will calm even the most excitable. It is also highly recommended for athletes for its energizing action.

The taste and flavour of white clover honey:

Its creamy consistency and light, suave taste add sensory details that arouse gustatory interest. Indeed, it melts in the mouth, an attractive feature for those who like a pleasant taste experience. Its scent is soft and light.

Storage instructions :

Beware: this is a fragile honey, which needs to be kept away from light and humidity if possible. Indeed, it is sensitive to humidity and thermal shock.

Did you know?

The shamrock is the emblem of Ireland. Its Latin name, trifolium, comes from the Greek triphyllon, meaning three-leafed.

One spoonful of honey is enough to sustain human life for 24 hours.