0.975 kg from the Skete of Holy Archangels, Mt. Athos
 
Taste: A deep, robust, and powerful flavor with a lower natural sugar content than standard flower honeys. It leaves a sophisticated, subtly bitter aftertaste that makes it popular in gourmet pairings.
 
Aroma: A commanding, distinctively delicate floral scent.Texture: It has a dense, smooth, almost buttery texture. Due to its high natural pollen grain content, it tends to crystallize relatively quickly (often within a few months) into a fine, sugary texture.
 
Color: When freshly harvested, it can show dark greenish hues, which slowly mature over winter into a deep dark reddish-brown reminiscent of fine cognac.
 
Health Benefits
 
High Antioxidant Content: It has some of the highest concentrations of phenols compared to other honey varieties, offering significant anti-aging protection and fighting free radicals.
 
Natural Tonic: Exceptionally rich in minerals like silicon, boron, and barium, it is widely used to combat chronic fatigue and aid recovery from physical exertion or illness.
 
Anti-Inflammatory & Antiseptic: Contains organic properties that support the immune system, soothe the digestive tract, and help relieve minor bowel irritation or constipation