Thyme Honey

Mas Entreserra's Thyme Honey is a raw, artisanal monofloral honey, harvested exclusively in the Baix Empordà, a privileged region of Catalonia full of thyme fields and Mediterranean flora. As a family business with over 25 years of experience, we produce this honey using a cold extraction process, never heating it, to preserve all its enzymes, vitamins, and natural properties. With the "Venda de Proximitat" label awarded by the Departament d'Agricultura, Ramaderia, Pesca i Alimentació of the Generalitat de Catalunya, we guarantee a local, sustainable, and top-quality product.

The properties of thyme honey are exceptional due to its composition, derived from nectars of thyme flowers, rich in thymol, rosmarinic acid, flavonoids, and polyphenols, according to studies published in the journal "Food Chemistry" (2019), which demonstrate its ability to combat bacteria and viruses. Its antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, demonstrated in University of Cardiff research (2018), stem from natural hydrogen peroxide and phenolic compounds, making it effective against pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus, ideal for treating wounds and minor infections. Among the proven medicinal benefits, its digestive effect stands out, supported by PubMed reviews (2022), which relieves indigestion, gas, and stomach discomforts thanks to prebiotics that promote gut flora and improve liver function. It is also a natural remedy for colds: a Cochrane Library study (2017) confirms that honey reduces cough more effectively than some medications, and its balsamic properties help with bronchitis and congestion. For the skin, its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties make it ideal for treating acne and burns, according to dermatological research.

Flavor and Culinary Uses

Regarding flavor, this honey has an intense and aromatic taste, with soft sweet notes, herbal touches, and a slightly spicy finish, depending on the season's thyme flowers. Its color varies from light amber to reddish, and the aroma is balsamic and evocative of Mediterranean herbs.

Culinary uses: It is versatile for sweetening teas and infusions without altering their taste, like in a tea with lemon for morning cough relief. In cooking, it pairs perfectly with cured cheeses like Catalan goat cheese, in salads with honey vinaigrette to enhance proximity vegetables, or in desserts like yogurts with nuts. Try it in a sauce for roasted meats: mix thyme honey with mustard and herbs to glaze an oven chicken. It is also ideal for toasted bread with butter, offering a healthy and energetic breakfast. Since it is raw, it retains its benefits; avoid heating it above 40°C to maintain the properties.

In summary, our thyme honey is not just a sweetener, but a superfood with proven medicinal effects, perfect for a healthy and sustainable life.