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Padmavani Karkera

Founder of TheHoneyCompany. The brand sources 20+ pure raw honey varieties from the incredible geography that is India. From the delicate golden Clover honey to the almost black- Black Wild Forest Honey, colours and tastes not experienced by most people. This is not the uniformly brown honey, all of them tasting the same, available in supermarkets. This brand stays true to the following - NO aggressive heating or filtration, No blending, NO Added Anything. Just honey as the bees made them. This obvious commitment to quality makes us the brand of choice for some of the top hotels, restaurants, and Health and Fitness centers in India.

Why Honey Doesn’t Smell Like Flowers | Nature’s Secret

🌸 When you hear that honey comes from flowers, it’s natural to imagine it should smell like roses or taste like litchi. But honey has a personality of its own, shaped by the bees’ work. What bees actually gather is nectar — a clear, sugary liquid that plants produce to attract pollinators. This nectar is delicate, carrying only the faintest hint of the flower’s aroma. 🐝How Bees Change Nectar’s Aroma Back in the hive, the real magic happens. Bees add special enzymes, stir the nectar, and spread it in the… Read More »Why Honey Doesn’t Smell Like Flowers | Nature’s Secret

Does Pure Honey Crystallise? Crystallisation- Here’s Why and How.

We have experienced our beautiful raw Mustard honey called ‘pure sugar’ and ‘rubbish’ by customers who don’t know raw honey and whose only experience has been honey that looks the same, tastes the same and never crystallises. Why Does Honey Crystallise? Glucose & Fructose Balance: Honey contains natural sugars like glucose and fructose. Glucose crystallizes, while fructose remains liquid. Honey with more glucose (like mustard honey) crystallises faster, and honey with more fructose (like acacia honey) takes time or needs really cold weather to crystallise. Temperature: Honey stored below 50°F… Read More »Does Pure Honey Crystallise? Crystallisation- Here’s Why and How.

Propolis: The Hive’s Caulk, Sealant, and Disinfectant

What is Propolis? Propolis, also known as “bee glue,” is a sticky, resin-like substance that bees gather from tree buds, sap flows, and plant resins. Think of it as the bees’ version of caulk or weatherproofing sealant—used to fill cracks, reinforce their hive, and keep out unwanted intruders. But it’s more than just a construction material; it also works like an antimicrobial coating, protecting the colony from bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Used for centuries in traditional medicine, propolis is recognized for its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. How Do Bees… Read More »Propolis: The Hive’s Caulk, Sealant, and Disinfectant

5 Reasons Why Raw Honey is EXPENSIVE

Yes, Raw Honey is more expensive than any other type of honey including those that are labeled ‘100% pure’, ‘organic’, ‘real’. But WHY?!, you ask. So, WHY is Raw Honey more Expensive than any other type of honey? I hope the explanation below will help you understand. 1. Production Costs & Minimal Processing Raw honey is extracted straight from the honey comb, strained to remove large particles, and then bottled without excessive heating or filtration. This preserves its natural enzymes, antioxidants, and pollen. Raw honey when thick is difficult to… Read More »5 Reasons Why Raw Honey is EXPENSIVE

Bee Bread: The Fermented Fuel of the Hive!

Bee bread is a naturally fermented bee product that plays a vital role in the hive and has caught the attention of scientists for its potential health benefits. What Bee Bread is Made Of Bee bread is primarily composed of pollen, nectar or honey, and enzymes secreted by bees. Once bees pack pollen into honeycomb cells and mix it with their saliva, natural fermentation occurs. This process is driven by microorganisms like lactic acid bacteria (LAB) and yeast present in the hive, creating a nutrient-dense food. Think of it as… Read More »Bee Bread: The Fermented Fuel of the Hive!

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Dark Honey vs Light Honey

Introduction: Honey, nature’s exquisite nectar, varies from nearly colorless to dark brown, each shade crafted by its unique environmental origins. In India, these colors tell the story of diverse landscapes and the rich flora that thrives within them. Understanding Honey’s Color Spectrum: Honey’s color reflects its floral source. So, dark honey vs light honey Light honey, often harvested from acacia, clover, and orange blossoms, presents a mild, delicate sweetness ideal for not overpowering other flavors. This makes it perfect for lighter culinary applications like dressings and sweetening beverages. Conversely, dark… Read More »Dark Honey vs Light Honey

Do the Waggle like the bee- The Bee Dance

The Bee Dance: Nature’s Built-In GPS! Ever seen a bee bust a move? More than likely you just ran away or swatted her. Why her? The workers bees are all female. Bees actually dance to communicate! This special dance, called the waggle dance, helps bees share important information about where to find food, water, or a new home. Think of it as their version of GPS, but way cooler because it’s built right into their instincts. How the Waggle Dance Works When a forager bee finds a great patch of… Read More »Do the Waggle like the bee- The Bee Dance

10 fascinating facts about Raw Honeydew Honey

Honeydew Honey, what a lovely name! Brings to mind, morning dew, sunshine and deep forests. Raw Honeydew Honey is all of this and more. The Honey Company® raw Honeydew Honey comes from the forests of Lahaul and Spiti valleys in Himachal Pradesh, and also from the forests of Ladakh, Kashmir. Fascinating Facts about Raw Honeydew Honey What is Honeydew Honey? 1. Honeydew Honey is made by bees foraging for nectar in forests. 2. During the non-flowering season, honey bees create honey from a non-floral source. How? Before we get to that… Read More »10 fascinating facts about Raw Honeydew Honey

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Delicious Raw Mustard Honey- Spread, Sauce or Simple Honey?

Due to a lack of familiarity with raw Mustard honey, there is lot of confusion about what raw Mustard honey is. We know this through first hand experience with customers on Amazon. One of whom said “…70% wax and 30% honey.” This is with reference to the fact that owing to the long journey to his/her destination, the originally crystallised honey had dissolved a bit creating two distinct layers of solid honey at the bottom and liquid honey at the top. We really wanted to reach out to him/her and… Read More »Delicious Raw Mustard Honey- Spread, Sauce or Simple Honey?

Little Bee vs. Stingless Bee

The world of honey is vast and varied, often leading to confusion among enthusiasts and consumers alike. A common mix-up occurs between Little Bee Honey and Stingless Bee Honey, with some using the terms interchangeably. If you find yourself unsure about the differences, you’re not alone, and there’s certainly no shame in learning. Understanding the Basics: Little Bee and Stingless Bee At their core, Little Bees and Stingless Bees share a couple of key similarities: Both species fall under the category of honey bees. Their honey is preferred by ayurvedic… Read More »Little Bee vs. Stingless Bee

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