The name “Tupelo Honey” comes from the Tupelo tree, a type of flowering tree commonly found in the southeastern United States, especially in areas like Florida and Georgia. This tree produces a specific kind of flower that bees gather nectar from, which results in a unique type of honey known as Tupelo honey.
What makes Tupelo honey special is its distinct flavor and properties:
- Flavor: Tupelo honey is known for its light, golden color and delicate, fruity taste with a mild sweetness. It is often described as having hints of citrus, with a smooth finish.
- Properties: This honey has a high fructose content and low glucose content, which makes it slower to crystallize compared to many other types of honey. This means it stays in liquid form for a longer period of time, making it especially desirable.
Tupelo honey is considered a premium product, and its production is relatively limited since the Tupelo trees bloom for only a short time each year, making the honey harvests seasonal.