Eucalyptus honey with a bold, herbal character

Eucalyptus, known in India as safeda, is a tall tree that flowers in fluffy cream-coloured tufts, and bees work these blossoms hard when they open. Nativaa Eucalyptus Honey is the honey they make from that nectar. It is dark reddish amber, with a [strong, deep sweetness and a faint herbal, slightly cooling note]. That character comes from the flowers, not from oil or flavoring added to the jar.

The honey comes direct from beekeeper in [location], with no trader or agent in between, and is packed in a 650 g glass jar.

Taste, Colour and Texture

Colour: Dark reddish amber
Taste: Bold, deep sweetness with a light herbal edge and a slightly lingering finish
Texture: Thick and smooth

Eucalyptus honey vs eucalyptus-flavoured honey

Some products borrow the eucalyptus name by adding oil, essence or flavour to ordinary honey. Nativaa Eucalyptus Honey is different: the bees collect nectar from eucalyptus blossoms and make the honey themselves, and nothing is added afterwards. Eucalyptus trees flower only in certain months, so it is made in seasonal batches.

How to use

• Stir into warm water with ginger, tulsi or black pepper

• Spoon over toast, rotis, parathas or oats

• Add to chai, kadha or warm milk in place of sugar

• Whisk into marinades and salad dressings for a stronger sweetness

• Have a plain spoonful, straight from the jar

Storage and Crystallisation

Keep the lid tightly closed and store the jar in a cool, dry spot, away from sunlight, using a dry, clean spoon every time. In cooler weather the honey may thicken or form fine grains over time. This is a natural change and not spoilage. To bring back a smooth pour, rest the closed jar in lukewarm water for a few minutes, and avoid the microwave.