The quality of our honey

Since 1993 we have been trying to select only the best honey for you. To ensure high quality we buy honey directly from beekeepers not only from the Czech Republic, but also from Europe and South America.

## Quality of Honey

Honey is a purely natural product, and we strive to process it as gently as possible to preserve all its valuable qualities from nature and the bees. This principle underpins our entire production process, starting with proper storage in dry and cool warehouses, gentle liquefaction, removal of mechanical impurities, unifying the color, aroma, and taste to meet our demanding standards, and ending with packaging the fresh honey for your table.

Honey Quality Can Be Assessed Through Several Criteria:

• Organoleptic Properties (color, aroma, and taste of honey):
  For consumers, taste is one of the most critical quality parameters. It is no exaggeration to say that no other natural food offers such a range of flavors as honey. It is a product derived from the nectar of flowers and plants collected by bees in diverse natural environments. The diversity of nature reflects the diversity of honey types. Single-flower honeys, such as acacia, linden, rapeseed, fir, chestnut, heather, eucalyptus, buckwheat, fennel, sunflower, clover, orange blossom, lavender, manuka, coffee, and many more, are highly valued for their distinctive taste. Most of these honeys are not found in the Czech Republic. We process Czech honeys and similar varieties that match the taste profiles of local honeys.

  • The color of honey depends on the nectar's pigmentation. Floral honeys are typically lighter, while forest honeys are darker due to pigments in the sap of forest trees.
  • Honey’s aroma fades with time; proper storage in well-sealed containers is essential to preserve its fragrance.

• Physico-Chemical Properties (water content, enzymes, HMF, acidity, crystallization, etc.):
  Analyzing the physico-chemical properties ensures the honey was handled gently from extraction by the beekeeper to processing and delivery. Key tests include checking water content, enzymes, HMF (hydroxymethylfurfural), conductivity, acidity, and simple sugars. These parameters ensure the honey’s quality and suitability for processing.

• Microbiological Properties (yeast, spores, etc.):
  Microbiology tests verify the maturity of honey, which naturally resists contamination by yeasts and microorganisms due to its hydrogen peroxide content, known for its antimicrobial properties.

Crystallization is another significant factor for consumers. To maintain a longer liquid state, we blend honeys with naturally higher fructose content. Such honeys crystallize slowly or not at all, ensuring a liquid state for up to six months post-production.

We also focus on eliminating antibiotics, which are strictly prohibited in honey. Modern labs can detect trace amounts of antibiotics, far below permissible levels in other animal products like meat, milk, or eggs. This ensures our honey not only complies with standards but also acts as a natural remedy.

## Our Three-Stage Honey Quality Control

1. Raw Honey Inspection:

   • We procure honey from verified beekeepers across Europe (Czechia, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Spain) and globally (Chile, Uruguay, Argentina). Each batch undergoes rigorous testing for physico-chemical parameters, antibiotics, and authenticity in specialized German laboratories.

2. Processing Control:

   • Before packaging, raw honey is gently liquefied and blended for consistent color, flavor, and aroma. Samples are continuously analyzed to ensure gentle handling during processing.

3. Final Product Control:

   • The packaged honey is tested to maintain the highest levels of vitamins, enzymes, and amino acids. Final testing occurs in international laboratories specializing in honey quality (QSI, Intertek, Applica).

## Advantages of MEDOKOMERC Packaged Honey in Stores

• Rigorous three-stage testing ensures high physical, chemical, and microbiological quality.
• Consistent color, flavor, and aroma, unlike the variable quality of local honey.
• Spotless purity without wax fragments, bee parts, or foam.
• Longer liquid state due to advanced processing, up to six months from production.

## Certifications of Our Honey

Thanks to the long-standing quality of our products, we have received numerous certifications, which are renewed annually.