What Are the Common Types or Varieties Exported of Chinese Honey?

The most popular honey varieties grown in China include Acacia honey, Sidr Honey, and Comb honey. Other varieties include Polyflower Honey, Jujube Honey, Linden Honey, Logan Honey, Eucalyptus Honey, Sunflower Honey, Chaste Tree Honey, Rapeseed, and Buckwheat Honey.

1. Acacia Honey

- Harvested in late spring and early summer.

- The acacia is mainly distributed in the Yellow River and the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River in China, such as Shandong, Henan, Hebei, Anhui, and Shanxi.

- White/light yellow in colour, with a sweet and delicate taste.

- Used as a sweetener, in beverages, and for baking.

- Most exported honey from China.

2. Comb Honey

- Also known as plaid honey.

- Considered the highest grade among the high-grade natural honey products.

- A more expensive variety due to the process of its production, wherein more intensive resources than are utilised compared to regular honey.

3. Seder/Sidr Honey

- Popular for its unique taste and aroma.

Produced in Shaanxi, China, and on the bank of the Yellow River.