Its richer and more distinct aroma is shaped by special Karst plants and dry climate. The Kraški med z zaščiteno označbo porekla (Karst Honey with Protected Designation of Origin) is thus more aromatic and riper than other types of honey.
The region of production of the Kraški med z zaščiteno označbo porekla (Karst Honey with Protected Designation of Origin) is the Sub-mediterranean Karst. The nearby sea influences the relatively long vegetation period, which contributes to the diversity of the honey bee forage. The St. Lucie cherry, meadow clary, common sage, white clover, thyme, oak, winter savory and many other nectar secreting plants influence the uniqueness of the Kraški med (Karst honey).
The extremely rich floral diversity and dry climate are reflected in the full and distinctive aroma of the honey, which greatly contributes to the fact that Karst honey is more aromatic and riper than other types of honey.
The St. Lucie cherry, meadow clary, common sage, white clover, thyme, oak, winter savory and numerous other honey-producing plants contribute to Kraški med (Karst honey) being one of a kind.
Due to local weather conditions and microclimate, the Kraški med (Karst Honey) is ripe and very rich in minerals and enzymes. Kraški med (Karst honey) must contain less than 18% water and a maximum of 40 mg/kg of HMF (HydroxyMethylFurfural).
The name Kraški med z zaščiteno označbo porekla (Karst Honey with Protected Designation of Origin) can be given to:
You can recognize Kraški med (Karst honey) by its label, which, in addition to other mandatory markings, includes a serial number and a national quality symbol, as well as by a sealing label with a European symbol of quality.
The area of production extends over 720 square kilometres and includes the municipalities of Komen, Sežana, Divača, and Hrpelje-Kozina.
