10 Teas for The Best Bamboo Raw Honey
May 10, 2024
by Natasha Nesic
However, despite its reputation as a nuisance, Japanese knotweed has garnered attention for its unique honey-producing capabilities.
Bees are attracted to the small, creamy-white flowers of the plant, which bloom in late summer and early fall, providing a rich source of nectar.
The resulting honey, sometimes referred to as "bamboo honey," has a distinctive flavor profile characterized by its dark amber color and robust, slightly tangy taste.
While the honey produced from Japanese knotweed may not be as common or well-known as other varieties, its unique properties and rich flavor make it a sought-after delicacy among honey enthusiasts and connoisseurs.
Indeed, bamboo honey opens up yet another wonderful dimension of this endlessly useful piece of Mother Nature. Adagio Bees’ Raw Bamboo Honey boasts a dark color that sets it apart immediately from other honeys. Its striking purple-amber hue could indicate the presence of a number of antioxidants, particularly anthocyanins, which are natural plant pigments found in vegetables like beets and blueberries.
Moreover, its distinctive flavor profile distinguishes it pleasantly from milder Adagio honeys like the delightfully named Meadowfoam Raw Honey. Be sure to reserve a special place for it on your shelf alongside teas that complement its exciting character.
If you’re new to tea pairing and flavor profiles, choosing which teas pair well with bamboo honey can be a bit challenging. To help you make the most of this special honey, here's a list of ten top teas that we think would be excellent matches for this magical treat-in-a-jar:
