Rosemary honey is harvested in Europe and is bottled by Rucher du Chanteloup , a beekeeper committed to producing high- quality, artisanal honey. We have a very light-colored honey with a very subtle aroma and subtle, intense, and vegetal flavors.

The origin of Rosemary honey

Rosemary is a shrub that grows wild around the Mediterranean basin in arid, sunny, and rocky terrain. Bees are attracted to its blue flowers and turn their nectar into honey.

Rosemary honey is harvested in the south of France, near Narbonne, in the Languedoc-Roussillon region, and in the Corbières region. However, it is also harvested in Spain, Portugal, Italy, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco.

Rosemary blooms from January-February through April-May. It is long and regular, reaching its peak with the arrival of spring.

The virtues of rosemary honey

Rosemary honey is known for its virtues , it is rich in calcium , copper , iron and boron . Rosemary honey is also a stimulant for the liver by increasing the production of bile and its evacuation through the liver.

Rosemary honey has a positive effect on the stomach and stimulates intestinal function. It will also improve digestion. This honey is recommended for people who suffer from asthma, but it can also be used to treat eczema and ulcers .

How to use rosemary honey in cooking?

Rosemary honey can be used as a sweetener for our hot or cold drinks, much like thyme , chestnut or lavender honey. Some people use this honey to accompany seasonal fruits or in sweet and savory dishes.