Heather Honey (especially when harvested in the fall) is considered a very nutritioius sort of honey and it is exceptionally tonic to the human body; this is why it is usually sold at Health Food Stores.

Melithi Heather Honey is collected in various regions of Peloponnese.

Color:

Heather Honey is reddish, especially when it is collected in the Fall.

Aroma – Taste:

It has a strong taste and a distinct, fine aroma.

Nutritional value and Beneficial properties

Heather honey is considered a product of high nutritional value, tonic to the human body and this is why it is usually sold at Health Food Stores.

Crystallization:

Due to its natural concentration of glucose, it crystallizes in 2-3 months’ time.

Calorific Value:

15gr of Heather Honey give 53 Cal.

Basic Constituents:

A honey of high concentration in pollen, it is rich in silicon, boron and barium.