Honey Types
All of Garvin’s honeys contain the proteins and other natural ingredients found in honey which we feel is important for the flavour and natural goodness of honey. They have not been ‘fine filtered’ like some honeys found in supermarkets.
AUSTRALIAN
This honey comes from the wild areas of Queensland and New South Wales and is mainly from the Eucalyptus tree. It has a distinctive taste, is a richly thick, and amber in colour. It can be set or clear.
HUNGARIAN ACACIA
Acacia comes from the Danube basin where the beekeepers take their hives to the vast forests of Acacia trees when in blossom during the spring. The honey is always clear, has a mild delicate flavour, and is light in colour. Its very popular and is good for pouring on breakfast cereals, in yoghurt, or on ice cream.
MANUKA HONEY
Originating from the tee tree plant in New Zealand Manuka has been found to have very good anti bacterial properties compared to other honeys. The UMF10+ sign indicates that it has been tested and has a ’Unique Manuka Factor’ of 10+. The higher the number the more effective it is.
It is very good for stomach problems such as ulcers and helps to clear up stubborn burns or cuts which may be slow to heal.
MIXED FLOWER
A good quality set or clear honey for every day use. This is the most economical honey and comes from various sources so it may vary from time to time. Amber in colour and a good average flavour it is very good for use cooking as the flavour comes through better than mild honey.
MEXICAN YUCATAN
This is one of the most popular honeys for the 1000’s of Garvin customers. It has a strong flavour and can be set or clear. It comes from the Yucatan Peninsular of Mexico and has two main floral sources Tachonal and Dzildze. The good flavour makes it ideal for cooking as well as the normal uses.
PAMPAS FLOWER
As the name suggests this honey comes from South America and is very popular around the world. It has a delicious mild flavoured and is light in colour, both set and clear. The floral sources vary but usually contains honey from alfalfa which has similar properties to clover. It is good mixed in to yoghurt or spread on toast.
TASMANIAN LEATHERWOOD
A uniquely strong flavoured honey and darker in colour but very popular. Only supplied as set honey and, as named, comes from Leatherwood trees in Tasmania.