Honey flavored with Bourbon Vanilla

Making premium vanilla-flavored honey is a pleasure for both the palate and the soul. Here's how to achieve exquisite results:

1. Honey Selection : Choose a raw, organic honey, preferably monofloral, for a pure base and ideal texture that will highlight the subtleties of vanilla.

2. Choosing your vanilla bean : Choose a gourmet-quality Bourbon vanilla bean, such as those supplied by VanilleHarena. These carefully cultivated beans offer an unparalleled aromatic richness thanks to their high vanillin concentration.

3. Preparing the pod : Carefully split the vanilla pod lengthwise with a sharp knife to reveal the fragrant seeds. Take care not to damage the pods to preserve all the aromas.

4. Honey Infusion : Place the split vanilla pod, along with the seeds, into the jar of honey. If necessary, cut the pod into shorter segments to fit the size of your container.

5. Careful mixing : Mix gently with a sterilized spoon, ensuring even distribution of the vanilla seeds throughout the honey.

6. Infusion process : Close the jar and place it in a cool place away from direct sunlight. Let it infuse for at least one week. The longer the honey sits, the more the vanilla aromas will intensify. For optimal infusion, wait up to four weeks.

7. Use and Storage : Use this vanilla honey as a daily nectar, in your tea, spread on toast, as a natural sweetener in your pastries, or to enhance plain yogurt. To store your flavored honey, keep it in a cool, dry place away from temperature fluctuations and humidity, which will preserve both the texture and aroma.

Additional tips :

• If your honey is too viscous to mix, gently warming it in a double boiler will make it more fluid. Be careful not to overheat the honey as this destroys its natural enzymes and nutrients.
• Do not remove the vanilla pod from the jar; it will continue to enrich the honey with its aroma.
• If the honey crystallizes over time, which is natural, gently warm it to liquefy it again.

By choosing the highest quality ingredients, you ensure that every spoonful of your vanilla honey will be a true taste experience.