About this Honey
Harvested from the Starflower (Borage), an herb with bright blue flowers. The honey is incredibly clear—almost like water—and is very slow to crystallize. It has a delicate, mild flavor that is barely sweet with a clean finish. It is often used by chefs who want to add sweetness without altering the flavor profile of a dish.
Honey Characteristics
Borago officinalis
Summer
Specialty
Pacific Northwest & UK
Clean mountain rain, fresh cucumber slices, faint sweet grass
Pristine, water-clear fluidity, staying perfectly liquid for years
Honey Profile Chart
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The Story
Borago officinalis produces striking blue starflowers that secrete an exceptionally clean, fructose-heavy nectar throughout the warm summer months. The plant's drooping floral architecture protects the nectaries from light rainfall, allowing honey bees to forage efficiently even during inconsistent summer weather, yielding a remarkably consistent and pure crop. Borage honey is celebrated for its pristine, water-clear fluidity and an ultra-stable sugar profile that completely resists crystallization for years on end. This permanent liquid state and low flavor footprint make it an invaluable functional tool for pastry chefs who require an invisible, clean sweetener that adds moisture without altering the color or flavor geometry of a delicate plate.
Sensory Profile
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Where Borage Honey is Produced
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At a Glance
A Specialty variety, harvested in Summer, from Pacific Northwest & UK, derived from Borago officinalis blossoms.