Information about honey
What Is “Droogie” Honey? Origin and Qualities “Droogie” honey (often written Drooge or dróógie) refers to honey made primarily from the nectar of the Drogie bush, botanical name Scutia myrtina. The name is derived from the Afrikaans “droog-my-keel” (“dry my throat”) – a reference to the prickly, bitter berries the plant bears. This honey is … Read more
Three Types of South African Raw Honey South Africa’s diverse landscapes and climates produce many unique raw honeys. Among them, droogie honey, orange blossom honey, and Namaqua honey stand out for their distinct floral sources, flavours, and uses. This article compares these three honeys, helping consumers, health enthusiasts, and beekeepers understand their characteristics and benefits. … Read more
How to Identify Real Honey Honey is one of the most adulterated food products globally. Counterfeit or diluted honey may mimic the look and sweetness of genuine honey but lacks its health benefits, enzymes, and bioactive compounds. For South African consumers, identifying real honey is essential for health reasons and supporting ethical, local producers. This … Read more
Discover the Perfect Honey for Your Favourite South African Craft Ale If you’ve ever sat down with a cold craft beer in one hand and a slice of honey-drenched roosterkoek in the other, you already know: honey and beer are made for each other. And not just by chance – they share overlapping flavour notes, … Read more
The 9 Biomes of South Africa and Their Most Popular Flowers for Bees South Africa has nine distinct biomes, each with unique vegetation, climate, and ecological characteristics. These biomes play a crucial role in biodiversity, and many support key floral species that serve as important nectar and pollen sources for bees. Understanding these plants can … Read more
A RAINBOW IN A JAR The colours of South African honey are as diverse as its landscapes – from the golden fynbos of the Cape to the sunburnt aloe fields of the Karoo. Each jar tells a story through its colour, a visual symphony of flora, terroir (territory), and tradition. But how do you describe … Read more
Manuka Honey: Benefits and Uses Manuka honey stands out among the various types of honey due to its unique properties and potent health benefits. What is Manuka Honey? Manuka honey is a special type of honey produced primarily in New Zealand and some parts of Australia. It is derived from the nectar of the Manuka … Read more
Food and Drink Pairing with South African Honey Food and drink pairing with South African honey depends heavily on the variety of unique honey flavours, each offering distinct tasting notes that can enhance both food and drink pairings. The table below outlines six different types of South African honey and suggests ideal food and drink … Read more
Health Benefits of South African Fynbos Honey Health benefits of South African Fynbos honey is rooted in the area where it is produced, South Africa’s unique fynbos region, home to an array of endemic plant species with one of its most prized natural products, fynbos honey. This honey, derived from the nectar of fynbos flowers, … Read more
The Honey Buzz: Raw vs. Regular Honey, the golden nectar produced by bees, has been a natural sweetener and revered health food for millennia. But with increasing focus on natural products, consumers are faced with a choice: raw or regular honey? Let’s see what the key differences are between these two types of honey. Processing … Read more