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Fir Honey of Mount Athos - 1Kg

Fir Honey of Mount Athos - 1Kg

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Frequent Questions & Answers

  • What does fir honey from Mount Athos taste like?

    In the protected fir forests of Mount Athos (NATURA 2000), one of Greece’s finest fir honeys is produced. It is a honeydew honey, originating from the secretions of the insect Physokermes hemicryphus (commonly known as “vambakada”), which lives on the bark of fir trees. Mount Athos fir honey possesses a dense texture, a deep amber color, and a smooth, caramel-like taste with delicate woody notes. The monks extract it by centrifugation, without any thermal processing, thus preserving its precious natural ingredients intact. Fir honey of mount athos is rich in antioxidants and even valued as a natural cosmetic, owing to its rejuvenating properties for the skin.

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  • What are the properties of fir honey? What is its nutritional value?

    Fir honey is a highly exceptional honey in Greece. Athonite fir honey is harvested from the protected forests of Mount Athos. It possesses a mild sweetness with a caramel-like aftertaste, and a rich, amber color.

     

    Fir honey properties:

      1. Strengthens the immune system.

      2. Reduces inflammation.

      3. Offers antiseptic benefits for the respiratory system.

      4. Helps relieve stomach pain.

      5. Accelerates metabolism and aids in reducing obesity.

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