Mieli Thun Arancio
Orange blossom honey by Mieli Thun, pale, with floral and fruity notes, in 28, 250 and 400 g jars.
Mieli Thun's orange honey comes from orange blossom, known in Italy as zagara. It flowers from March to May at up to 600 m. The producer describes the colour as anything from pale straw to mother-of-pearl white and light beige.
The nose brings orange blossom, honeysuckle, hawthorn and yellow melon. The taste is pleasantly sweet and floral with light fruit; over time it turns fruitier with a slight acidity. According to Mieli Thun, methyl anthranilate gives the blossom scent, and its level varies with the area of origin. Jars: 28, 250 and 400 g.
Why this matters to you: the producer suggests it in place of glucose for candied fruit and in citrus compotes.
Facts
| Botanical origin | Orange tree (blossom, zagara) |
|---|---|
| Colour | Pale straw to mother-of-pearl white |
| Taste | Sweet, floral, turning fruity |
| Season | Flowering: March–May |
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Frequently asked questions
What is zagara?
The Italian name for citrus blossom, including orange; the producer traces it to Arabic words for “shine white” and “flower”.
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ℹ️ Honey is mostly sugars: about 82 g per 100 g. Do not give honey to babies under 1 year old because of the risk of infant botulism.