Wild Thyme Honey 160g/5.6oz net. In New Zealand, wild Thyme (Thymus vulgarus) and its honey is unique to Central Otago where the hardy bush thrives in the region's extreme weather conditions. Central Otago has the most extreme climate on mainland New Zealand, characterized by hot summers, harsh cold dry winters and a predominantly dry westerly wind. This Central Otago Wild Thyme Honey is collected from the Waikerikeri Valley in Central Otago. The spectacular rugged landscape of the region is characterized by hills covered with fragrant wild thyme and schist rock. In spring (Sep-Nov) the rolling golden hills are overtaken by a vast purple carpet of wild thyme flowers and blossoms - to the delight of the honeybee. Harvested in December 2009, the spring was very dry and hot in Central Otago meaning a lower yield. The bees need to keep their own winter stores of honey, which means there is not much honey to share with the beekeeper, making the 2009 harvest a treasured delight. This honey is intensely flavored, bold and aromatic, often referred to as the Gorgonzola of honey. It is caramel in color with an intense aroma and savory flavor with heathery, grassy and woody notes with a hint of lanolin. This honey is a perfect secret ingredient for meat or root vegetable marinades or an excellent addition for exotic stews such as Moroccan lamb tagine. Its strong flavor means it will stand up against salty robust cheeses, such as feta and goat's cheese.

Intensely flavored, bold and aromatic honey

Perfect for exotic dishes such as Moroccan lamb tagine

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