Honey
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Bee Hive
In a bee hive there is only one female queen bee, a number of male drone bees and thousands of female worker bees. The worker bees raise the larvae and collect the nectar that will become honey. Honey that is indicated as pur does not have any additives (such as water or sweeteners). Honey is classified by is floral source, at Quinn Farm we have buckwheat honey, blueberry blossom, apple blossom and pumpkin blossom. We also do a churned honey which is whipped and creamy. The honey at Quinn Farm is un-pasturized, meaning it is in its original state. Pasteurization is used to destroy yeast cells and to delay the onset of crystallization. However can also destroy important enzymes and can alter the appereance, taste and fragrance of natural honey. Crystallized honey is honey that has crystallized over time and can be returned to a liquid state by sitting the container in warm water. We also have comb honey at Quinn Farm, wich is honey still in the honeybee's wax comb. It is usually consumed by chewing on small pieces to enjoy the honey and then the remaining wax is spit out. Nutritional Information
Honey has been used for at least 2700 years to treat a variety of ailments through topical application due to their antiseptic and antibacterial properties. Honey is also used for treating sore throats and coughs and according to recent research may be as effective as many common cough medicines. Honey can also be used to help with allergies, due to the pollen that is collected by the bees. It is recommended to use honey in your local area as it will have similar pollen as your allergens. Storing and Using HoneyHoney that is properly stored will not ferment or go bad. Honey has been preserved for decades and even centuries. The key to preservation is limiting access to humidity and exposure to excessive heat (37°C). Regardless of preservation, honey may crystallize over time, but crystallization does not affect the flavour, quality or nutritional content of the honey. Most honey will crystallize more quickly between 10°F and 21°F. Using The main uses for honey are in cooking, baking, as a spread on breads and as an addition to beverages such as tea. |
