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 Cretan Conifer & Thyme Honey  Smari - <p>A unique honey with a rich tradition spanning over a century in Crete. It is a natural blend of conifer (mostly pine) and thyme honey, crafted through a time-honored process that involves selective thyme-hive harvesting, insect control in conifer forests, and seasonal hive renewal.</p><p>Its color lies between the light amber of thyme honey and the deeper tone of pine honey. This rare combination offers a harmonious balance of thyme’s aromatic intensity and the conifer’s smooth, full-bodied texture—making it a favorite even among the most discerning honey lovers.</p><p><strong>Available packaging</strong></p><p>Glass jars 70g, 290g, 460g, and 830g.</p>

Cretan Conifer & Thyme Honey Smari

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Detailed description

A unique honey with a rich tradition spanning over a century in Crete. It is a natural blend of conifer (mostly pine) and thyme honey, crafted through a time-honored process that involves selective thyme-hive harvesting, insect control in conifer forests, and seasonal hive renewal.

Its color lies between the light amber of thyme honey and the deeper tone of pine honey. This rare combination offers a harmonious balance of thyme’s aromatic intensity and the conifer’s smooth, full-bodied texture—making it a favorite even among the most discerning honey lovers.

Available packaging

Glass jars 70g, 290g, 460g, and 830g.

  • Manufactured by
    NIKOLARAKIS EMM

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Technical Characteristics
  • Product name: Cretan Conifer and Thyme Honey
  • Brand: Smari
  • Origin: Crete, Greece
  • Floral origin: Conifer, mainly pine, and thyme
  • Honey type: Natural blend of conifer honeydew honey and thyme blossom honey
  • Appearance: Natural, dense, and homogeneous honey
  • Colour: Amber, between the light shade of thyme honey and the darker tone of pine honey
  • Aroma: Intense, complex, and distinctive, with thyme and forest notes
  • Taste: Rich, balanced, and full-bodied, combining the aromatic intensity of thyme with the smooth character of conifer honey
  • Texture: Smooth, creamy, and naturally dense
  • Crystallisation: A natural process that may vary depending on the honey’s composition and storage conditions
  • Ingredients: 100% natural Cretan honey
  • Additives: Free from additives, artificial colours, and preservatives
  • Available packaging: Glass jars of 70 g, 290 g, 460 g, and 830 g
  • Storage conditions: Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat sources
  • Country of production: Greece


Certifications

Export & market compliance
FDA Registration
Food safety
FSSC 22000
IFS Food
Fruit, vegetables, grains, pulses
Phytosanitary Certificate

Exhibitor

Exhibitor

ELASION S.A.

For 50 years, ELASION S.A. has produced premium Cretan extra virgin olive oils, combining tradition, certified quality, and modern expertise.

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Brand

Brand

Smari cretan honey

Cretan Smari Honey is a premium honey brand rooted in the authentic beekeeping tradition of Crete. It offers natural, high-quality honeys with distinctive aromas, rich flavour, and genuine Cretan character.