Buckwheat Honey: Flavor, Origin and How to Use It

Quick facts: very dark brown · malty, bold, less sweet · raw, unfiltered, organic and kosher.

What is buckwheat honey?

Buckwheat honey comes from buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum), a fast-growing grain crop that blooms in late summer. Despite the name, buckwheat isn't related to wheat.

Where our buckwheat honey comes from

Ours is a product of the USA, from California, Oregon, Colorado, Utah, Ohio and Florida.

Color, flavor and texture

Our boldest honey. It's very dark, almost black in the jar, with a malty, molasses-like flavor that's less sweet than lighter honeys.

How to use buckwheat honey

Bake gingerbread, rye bread and dark cakes with it, stir it into strong coffee or black tea, or use it in marinades and glazes.

Good pairings: Rye bread, sharp cheeses, dark chocolate, pork, strong coffee.

Frequently asked questions

Is your buckwheat honey raw?

Yes. It's raw and unfiltered, never pasteurized. It's also organic and kosher.

Does buckwheat honey crystallize?

At a moderate pace, usually into a thick, fudgy texture. Crystallization is natural and doesn't mean the honey has spoiled.

Why is buckwheat honey so dark?

Color comes from the nectar source. Buckwheat nectar is naturally rich in compounds that give a very dark color and a strong, malty flavor.

What sizes do you sell?

1 lb jar, 3 lb jar and 12 oz honey bear. Free shipping on orders of $50 or more to the continental US.

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Do not feed honey to infants under 12 months old.