Chestnut honey has particular characteristics and properties. The color is dark with reddish hues and due to the high fructose content it remains liquid. The flavor is bitter and for this reason it is much appreciated by consumers who consider the sweetness of other types of honey a little cloying.
Chestnut honey is very rich in mineral salts, which is why it is widely used by athletes. It is one of the most suitable honeys to accompany numerous types of cheeses.
It is one of the most suitable honeys to accompany numerous types of cheeses.
Flavor: intense, aromatic, pungent, woody, tannic. Flavor: bitter, intense, aromatic, tannic, woody, astringent.
Pairings: Chestnut honey is one of the most commonly used honeys in cooking and pairs well with both mature cheeses (pecorino, goat, Grana Padano, and Castelmagno) and medium-mature cheeses (Raschera, Taleggio, and Toma). It also pairs well with ricotta.
