Vetch Honey

Sweet, floral, mild

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Vetch Honey

About this Honey

Produced from the Hairy Vetch or Purple Vetch plant, often used as a cover crop in the Northern U.S. and Canada. This honey is very light, almost clear, and is extremely slow to crystallize. It is known for its mild, delicate floral taste that is smoother and less "spicy" than clover, making it an elegant choice for sweetening delicate teas.

Honey Characteristics

Botanical Name

Vicia villosa

Harvest Season

Summer

Rarity Level

Specialty

Primary Regions

Northern US & Canada

Aroma

Soft, faint meadow flowers, clean sugar sweetness

Texture

Silky, remarkably clear, smooth pour

Honey Profile Chart

Scale: 1 (Low) β†’ 5 (High)

The Story

Sourced from the sweeping purple blooms of Vicia villosa, a vital nitrogen-fixing cover crop integrated throughout Northern US and Canadian agricultural fields, Vetch honey is a masterclass in delicate flavor mechanics. Honey bees easily access the shallow nectararies of these blossoms during the mid-summer heat, producing a honey that is characteristically transparent, water-clear, and exceptionally clean.\n\nBoasting an elevated fructose balance, Vetch honey is highly resistant to crystallization on the kitchen shelf, maintaining its silky, low-viscosity liquid state for extended periods. It delivers a strikingly smooth, soft floral profile that proves even gentler and less 'spicy' than classic clover alternatives, acting as a prized choice among tea enthusiasts for its ability to sweeten premium, sensitive white or green tea varieties without masking the subtle nuances of the leaves.

Sensory Profile

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DelicateSmoothFloralSoft sweetness

Where Vetch Honey is Produced

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Culinary Applications

An elegant finisher for highly sensitive white or green teas
Drizzled over delicate pastries or fresh berries
Used in light vinaigrettes where a soft sweetness is required

Best Pairings

Foods and drinks that bring out the best in Vetch Honey.

🍯Silver Needle White Tea
🍯Fresh Strawberries
🍯Angel Food Cake
🍯Whipped Mascarpone

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At a Glance

A Specialty variety, harvested in Summer, from Northern US & Canada, derived from Vicia villosa blossoms.

Moisture
17% - 18.5%
Sweetness
Crystallization