Description
Floral Source: Unifloral, Single Origin
Aroma: Fruity. It has a light woody aroma with deeper tones of astringent berry-like flavor. The tartness is very unique to this variant of honey.
Taste: It has a warm taste with a hint of sour and bitter indulged in mellow sweetness. Be sure to let all the layers of taste notes hit the palate and taste buds.
Color: Dark, almost like burnt amber
Consistency: Thinner, slow stir viscosity.
Nectar and Flower: Jamun or Java plum has small fragrant flowers. These Flowers come to full bloom from March to April while the fruits tend to develop by May
Location: Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh
Jamun is cultivated almost year-round in tropical and sub-tropical conditions of Maharashtra and Uttar pradesh with summers being its peak season.
Uses of Jamun Honey:
Rich in antioxidants: Jamun honey is rich in minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants. Its high antioxidant content makes it a boon for people with skin conditions such as blemishes, wrinkles, and pimples.
Helps manage diabetes: Jamun honey can be an excellent alternative sweetener for people with diabetes. With more sweetness packed in a punch of a small teaspoon, you’d require just a small amount to add sweetness. With a low glycemic level, it does not increase blood sugar level, rather it helps manage symptoms of diabetes. To put some science in, Jamun honey is an ideal fuel as it controls blood sugar spikes with 1:1 of fructose and glucose. This chemistry helps in optimal glucose metabolism especially during exercise when energy is required as well as sleep when we go through long periods without refueling. This fructose helps in catalyzing the conversion of glucose into glycogen which is then stored in the liver and muscle cell. This helps in maintaining blood sugar and glycogen levels.
Manage Heart health and Blood pressure: Jamun honey is also known to treat high blood pressure and inhibit ulcer.
Blood- Purifier: Jamun honey is also called a natural blood purifier.
Other Benefits: Its anti-inflammatory effects soothe sore throat, cold, skin inflammations as well as digestive disorders. It has an overall calming and relaxing sedative-like effect on the mind as well.
