How Different Flowers Impact The Taste Of Honey & Its Use In Cooking

The taste of honey can vary depending on the type of flower or plant that the bees gather pollen from. Different flowers and plants have different levels of sugar, minerals, and other compounds that affect the flavour and colour of the honey. This is what makes natural honey such an incredible and versatile ingredient. Much like a wine, honey is a reflection of the area it was produced in and can be a time capsule of sorts depending on what was growing when the pollen was gathered.

It’s important to note that the taste of honey can vary depending on the region, weather conditions, and the time of year. By purchasing honey from local beekeepers you are able to ask them directly about what flavour profiles their honey is presenting and what recommendations they have for its use in cooking. Using locally sourced honey in your recipes gives your food a flavour profile unique to your area, making it something truly special.

What Types Of Flowers Do Bees Like In South East Queensland?

Our bees gather from a wide range of different flowers, depending on what is in bloom. We are lucky to have an abundance of natural flora throughout our region which makes our all natural, pure honey all the more flavoursome. Some impart lighter flavour notes than others, with something like Eucalyptus honey delivering a strong, distinctive flavour when compared to native Grevilleas. Some examples of flowers and plants that can affect the taste of honey in this region include:

Eucalyptus
Banksia

Tea Tree
Lillypillies

Grevilleas
Wattle

Honey Is A Versatile Cooking Ingredient Due To Its Varying Tastes

There are many options when it comes to incorporating honey into your cooking, all of which are sure to produce delectable results. As honey never goes off if properly stored, it will always be around in your cupboard, making it a reliable product you can introduce into dishes when you run out of other ingredients such as sugar. Here are some great suggestions as to how you can use honey to take your culinary adventures to the next level:

Sweetener: Honey can be used as a natural sweetener in a wide variety of recipes, from baked goods to salad dressings and marinades.
Glaze: Honey can be used as a glaze for meats and vegetables, adding a sweet and sticky coating.
Baking: Honey can be used as a sweetener and a moistening agent in baking. It can be used to replace sugar in cakes, cookies, breads, and other baked goods.
Drinks: Honey can be used to sweeten tea, lemonade, and other drinks. It can also be used in cocktails and mocktails.
Sauces and marinades: Honey can be used as an ingredient in sauces, marinades and dips, adding a sweet and tangy flavour.
Yoghurt and cheese: Honey can be added to yoghurt, cottage cheese, and other dairy products for a sweet and creamy flavour.
Desserts: Honey can be used as a sweetener in a variety of desserts, from puddings and ice creams to fruit salads and yoghurt parfaits.

Looking For All Natural, Pure Honey From Local Beekeepers?

Bellmere Honey is a family run operation and we are extremely proud of our range of all natural, raw honey. Our love for what we do is evident in every jar we make and we look forward to helping you make your dishes even more delectable with our honey, featuring flavour profiles from our wonderful region. We encourage you to ask any questions you have about our bees or the flowers they are currently gathering from.

You can meet us in person at the markets or purchase our honey online for quick delivery to your home or business. For market times and dates, please click here. If you would like to buy from our online shop, you can do so here.