Description
About Scottish Heather Honeycomb
Honeycomb is created when bees build wax cells within the hive, fill them with honey and seal each cell with a thin wax cap. Unlike jarred honey, it is harvested exactly as the bees made it, preserving both the honey and the edible beeswax. Many customers are surprised to learn that the wax can be eaten.
It is one of the most traditional Scottish hive products, and it pairs particularly well with mature cheeses.
Quick facts
- Origin: Scottish heather moorland.
- Honey: The same honey as our Scottish Heather Honey.
- Colour: Dark amber honey in natural beeswax comb.
- Texture: Jelly-like honey in edible beeswax.
- Flavour: Rich and aromatic.
- : Raw Scottish honey, never heated.
- Size: 200g.
Pairings
A cheese board, particularly with mature cheeses. Crackers. Breakfast. Or straight from the comb. It also makes a good addition to a Scottish gift hamper.
Storage
Store at room temperature, out of direct sunlight. Do not refrigerate. Not suitable for infants under 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
Can you eat honeycomb wax?
Yes. The beeswax is completely edible, in small pieces.
What does honeycomb taste like?
It combines the flavour of the honey with the texture of fresh beeswax. This comb holds heather honey, so the flavour is rich and aromatic.
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