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Thyme honey from Crete 450 g

Harvested from wild Cretan thyme blossoms
Lefkoritiko Thyme Honey – Crete in Every Spoonful

Experience the distinctive flavor of Cretan Thyme Honey, renowned for its vibrant amber color and rich aroma. Harvested from wild thyme blossoms on the island of Crete, this honey offers an intense, complex sweetness with subtle floral and herbal notes. Its smooth yet bold taste makes it an exceptional addition to any pantry, perfect for drizzling over yogurt, pairing with cheeses, or adding depth to sweet and savory recipes alike. Discover a taste of Crete in every spoonful.

Content: 450 g, glass jar

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Discover the rich taste of Cretan thyme honey, renowned for its vibrant amber color, intense aroma, and deep flavor. Harvested from wild thyme blossoms on the island of Crete, this honey delivers a bold, complex sweetness with delicate floral and herbal notes. Its refined yet robust profile makes it an exceptional addition to any kitchen—perfect for yogurts, cheese pairings, sweet and savory recipes, and of course, herbal teas. Taste the essence of Crete in every spoonful.

The Dermanakis family has been producing top-quality honey and bee products for three generations in the picturesque area of Ebrosneros in Chania, Crete. Since 1980, the family has nurtured a legacy of excellence, and for the last ten years, they have packaged their products in their own certified facilities that meet the strict standards of HACCP and ISO 22000, ensuring both safety and quality.

The bee colonies are carefully moved across Crete to reflect the unique characteristics of the island’s diverse landscapes. Coastal areas such as Gramvousa, Elafonissi, Vouvas in Sfakia, and Prodromi in Selino are ideal for producing delicate thyme honey, while the mountainous plateaus of Omalos (near the Samaria Gorge), Niatos, and Askifou enrich the flavor profile with depth and complexity.

Cretan honey stands out thanks to the island’s rich biodiversity and aromatic flora. The natural fusion of these fragrances and flavors results in a unique Cretan product. Our passion and dedication, combined with advanced production techniques, allow us to offer honey that embodies both tradition and quality.

Cretan thyme honey Lefkoritiko - CRETAMART

Nutritional values per 100 g:
Energy 304 Kcal / 1272 kJ
Fats 0 g
Carbohydrates 82 g
of which sugars 80 g
Proteins 0.5 g
Salt 0 g
Why choose this honey:
  • 100% pure Cretan thyme honey with no additives
  • Harvested from hives in the mountainous regions of Crete
  • Rich aroma and pronounced sweetness with herbal undertones
  • Packaged in certified HACCP and ISO facilities
  • Perfect with cheese, yogurt, tea, and marinades
  • Natural source of energy and antioxidants
Culinary uses:
  • Spread on bread or mixed into yogurt as a healthy sweetener
  • Enhances the taste of cheese, fruits, or nuts
  • Perfect for teas, smoothies, and marinades
  • Ideal for homemade desserts and Greek recipes
  • Great as a gourmet gift

Beekeeping in Crete - Lefkoritiko honey

Available Lefkoritiko honey variants:
Brand Packaging Content
LEFKORITIKO Glass jar 240 g, 450 g, 950 g
LEFKORITIKO Plastic bottle with dispenser 480 g

Labyrinth of Knowledge

What you might not know about Cretan thyme honey:

  • ✔️ Cretan thyme honey was used in traditional healing as early as the Minoan civilization – to boost immunity and heal wounds.
  • ✔️ Ancient Greeks and Romans valued it as a "gift from the gods" – it was part of their rituals, cuisine, and home remedies.
  • ✔️ Thyme honey (Thymus spp.) is a monofloral honey with high biological value. Its composition results from a unique mix of pollen spectrum, microclimate, and thyme’s secondary metabolites, transferred by bees during nectar processing.
  • ✔️ Rich in antioxidants, minerals, and trace elements – including polyphenols, flavonoids, natural enzymes, and organic acids.
  • ✔️ Thyme honey shows strong antibacterial activity, often surpassing even the famous Manuka honey.
  • ✔️ Mineral-rich: naturally contains potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc, manganese, copper, and selenium in highly absorbable forms.
  • ✔️ Our grandparents used it for colds, sore throats, and as a "natural antibiotic."
  • ✔️ Thyme in Crete grows wild and pesticide-free. Greece is home to over 20 thyme species – the most significant for honey production is Thymus capitatus, with violet flowers that bloom for up to 40 days (May–July), depending on spring rainfall.
  • ✔️ Beekeeping in Crete developed in isolation for centuries, giving rise to unique techniques and a distinct bee subspecies – Apis mellifera adami. This bee differs from mainland Greece’s A. m. macedonica and shows traits of Eastern Mediterranean bees.
  • ✔️ Its thick texture and intense aroma make it ideal as a "signature flavor" in both traditional and modern recipes.
  • ✔️ Pairs beautifully with Greek yogurt, cheese, nuts, bread, and marinades – a sweet and savory harmony.
  • ✔️ Lefkoritiko means "from the White Mountains" – every drop captures the essence of Cretan nature and freedom.

Discover the power of Cretan nature in every spoonful of Lefkoritiko honey.

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Data sheet

Honey type
Monovarietal, thyme
Packaging type
glass jar
Harvesting method
manual
Extraction
Manual
Honey color
light amber to dark orange
Aroma
Intense
Taste
Pleasantly sweet with a mildly burning finish due to a higher fructose content
Country of origin
Hellas, Crete
Region
West Crete, Chania
Organic quality
conventional
Storage
in a cool, dry and dark place, protect from sunlight and radiant heat
Manufacturer
LEFKORITIKO
Importer
W. F. K. Corporate, s.r.o. (CRETAMART | Greek Olive Store)

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