01In tea
- Amount
- 1 teaspoon
- Water
- Add to hot tea
- Time
- Stir until dissolved
Lovely in black tea or chamomile. Let the tea cool slightly first to preserve the honey's character.
Holme Valley Summer Blossom Honey 340g
Summer blossom honey from Holme Valley. Spoon it over breakfast or keep it close to the toast.
- Best
- Toast, porridge, herbal tea
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£11.00
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- Packed by our Huddersfield team
- Free UK delivery from £35
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Is it for you?
Anyone who likes to know where their honey comes from: Holme Valley bees, Yorkshire hedgerows.
Perhaps not if you want a gift with tea included. Try Breakfast Tea & Honey Gift Set
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Holme Valley Summer Blossom Honey 340g
Raw Yorkshire Honey
Straight from the Holme Valley, onto your toast
Local summer blossom honey from bees foraging the hedgerows and wildflowers of West Yorkshire. Smooth, floral, and exactly what the breakfast table has been missing.
- Origin
- Holme Valley, Yorkshire
- Weight
- 340g
- Texture
- Smooth, may crystallise
- Best for
- Tea, toast, porridge
The story
What the bees have been up to
This honey comes from hives set among the fields, hedgerows and gardens of the Holme Valley in West Yorkshire. The bees spend summer foraging on whatever is flowering, and the result is a honey that tastes like the season it came from.
Unlike the blended stuff you find in supermarkets, this is raw and unprocessed. The flavour is gentle and floral with a clean sweetness that does not clobber everything it touches. It works in tea, obviously, but it is just as good spooned over yoghurt or drizzled on a warm crumpet.
If your jar crystallises over time, that is a good sign. It means nobody has messed about with it. Stand it in warm water for a few minutes and it will loosen up again. Or leave it as it is. Set honey spreads beautifully without dripping everywhere.
How to use it
Ways to enjoy it
02On toast
- Amount
- Generous spread
- Water
- Warm toast or crumpets
- Time
- Spread immediately
The heat softens the honey nicely. Good with butter underneath.
03Over porridge
- Amount
- A good drizzle
- Water
- Hot oats or yoghurt
- Time
- Serve straight away
Pairs well with banana, berries, or a pinch of cinnamon.
Shop tip: If the honey has set firm, stand the jar in a bowl of warm water for five minutes rather than microwaving. It keeps the flavour intact.
Made for moments like
Slow weekend breakfast
When you have time for proper toast, real butter, and honey that actually tastes of something. No rushing.
Sweetening a pot of tea
A spoonful stirred into a pot of Assam or a mug of chamomile. Gentler than sugar, and far more interesting.
A gift that means something
Local, thoughtful, and useful. The sort of present people actually finish rather than leaving at the back of the cupboard.
Lovely withWarm buttered crumpetsBlack tea with milkGreek yoghurt and berriesBlue cheese on oatcakesChamomile before bed
Good questions
Things people ask us in the shop
What does Summer Blossom Honey taste like?
It has a smooth, balanced sweetness with gentle floral notes. Not as punchy as heather honey, not as mild as acacia. Think wildflower meadow in a jar, pleasant and easy to like.
Why has my honey gone solid?
Crystallisation is natural and a sign the honey has not been heavily processed. It is still perfectly good. Stand the jar in warm water to soften it, or use it set. It spreads nicely on toast without dripping.
How should I store honey?
Keep it at room temperature in a cupboard away from direct sunlight. There is no need to refrigerate it. Honey keeps for ages if stored properly.
Is this honey suitable for vegans?
No. Honey is produced by bees, so it is not considered vegan. It is vegetarian-friendly.
Can I use this honey in baking?
Absolutely. It works well in cakes, biscuits, and glazes. Because it is quite smooth, it incorporates easily into batters and dressings.
Full product details
Yorkshire summer-blossom honey from Holme Valley Apiaries, with gentle floral notes and rounded sweetness. Each 340g jar brings local honey to the breakfast table.
Stir a little into tea, spread it on toast or drizzle it over porridge and yoghurt.
Floral • Smooth • Yorkshire
Why you’ll love it
• Produced in the Holme Valley, West Yorkshire
• Raw honey with natural floral character
• Smooth texture and balanced sweetness
• Delicious in tea, on toast, or drizzled over breakfast
• Harvested from a variety of summer blossoms
• A wonderful way to support local beekeeping
Ways to Enjoy
• Stir into tea and herbal infusions
• Spread on toast, crumpets, and pancakes
• Drizzle over porridge and yoghurt
• Pair with cheese boards
• Use in baking and cooking
FAQs
What does Summer Blossom Honey taste like?
Expect a smooth, rounded honey with gentle floral notes and a clean natural sweetness.
Why does local honey vary from jar to jar?
The flavour depends on the flowers available to the bees during the season, making each harvest slightly unique.
Does honey need to be refrigerated?
No. Store at room temperature away from direct sunlight.
Why has my honey crystallised?
Crystallisation is a natural process and a sign that the honey has been minimally processed. Simply stand the jar in warm water if you prefer a runnier consistency.
Enjoy it with tea
For tea and honey ready to give together, explore the Breakfast Tea & Honey Gift Set. For a warming herbal pairing, try a little in Lemon & Ginger Tea.
A proper jar of Yorkshire honey
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