The history and future of honey

In a world where new trends and traditions are shaping the culinary landscape, honey remains a timeless favorite. Bees, not least beekeepers, do their work unobtrusively, in the forests and fields. But remember, before the final product, that is, the honey, is on your table, a lot of work has to be done: by beekeepers and bees alike. And that for the beekeeper, that work today must focus more and more in allowing the honey bee to survive. In this article we dive into the world of honey – of the history as well as the future of honey, the traditional and new types of honey. And ‘en passant’ we give tips for making the perfect honey labels.

The history of honey

Honey has been a precious commodity for thousands of years, revered not only as food, but also as a symbol of health and well-being. As early as the Stone Age, people valued the sweet nectar of bees, which not only provided a delicious treat, but was also part of hunting rituals: 9,000-year-old cave paintings confirm that honey was used to lure and hunt bears. Honey was also used as medicine or sacrifice in countless cultures around the world. The people of ancient Egypt revered honey as food of the gods, and the Mayans offered the liquid gold as a gift to their gods. Honey thus plays an important role in human history. But honey is still a valued part of our diet and a symbol of the close relationship between man and nature, even today.

The future of honey

Honey is hip! Or rather, being a beekeeper is in! Beekeeping has long since ceased to be an exclusive occupation for older gentlemen. More and more younger people, including many women, are getting involved with honey bees. And rightly so! Working with bees may be scary, but with the right protection, one soon discovers how fascinating and ingenious a hive is. It is great to work with this force of nature, work that is very important in these modern times when there are many circumstances that threaten the survival of honey bees. But of course it is not only for bees and nature that we do this work, the tangible result, the honey, or liquid gold, is our reward. And that makes beekeeping more than worthwhile.

Types of honey and tips for honey labels

Golden yellow blossom honey, dark forest honey, or rare varieties such as exotic manuka honey from New Zealand — the choice is huge.

1. Do you offer different types of honey? At unieketiket.nl, you can easily process different types in a single order. Each type of honey has its own character, determined by the flowers and plants from which the bees collect nectar. While blossom honey comes from a mix of regional spring flowers and therefore offers a wide range of flavors, forest honey has a strong, aromatic taste and is slightly darker in color.
2. Labels for honey jars play a crucial role in emphasizing the character of the specific type of honey, its origin, and its quality. With self-adhesive honey labels, you can express this special characteristic in a unique way. By assigning a color to each type, customers can see at a glance which type it is.
3. Please note that honey labels must contain mandatory information, including the expiration date, quantity, and address of the producer. You can find a detailed overview of all the information required for the Dutch market via this link: Commodities Act Decree on Honey.
4. Do you need high-quality, custom-made honey labels? You can easily order product labels online using the online calculator. Give your honey that little bit extra and feel free to contact us if you have any questions. We will realize your ideas and guide you on your way to the perfect label.

Sustainable labels for honey

Sustainability is also an important theme for honey jar labels, not only because sustainability is becoming increasingly important, but also because the appearance of packaging should reflect the contents of a product: Honey that has been produced in a natural, environmentally friendly way deserves sustainable labels to convey the green image of the product. unieketiket.nl is committed to environmentally friendly production processes and offers various materials that are, for example, bio-based or recycled. Especially for honey products, we have label materials that can be removed after use of the honey jar, so that the jars can be reused.

More tips

Ask us for a free sample book! Our sample book contains more than 20 pages of inspiring design ideas on the most popular materials. We have also included important information such as the requirements your print file must meet. The sample book also contains smaller labels and stickers that you can stick on honey jars to test the quality and adhesive strength. Please note that our portfolio contains many more materials, including label materials specifically for honey jars that are easy to remove after use. Ideal for beekeepers: you can reuse the jars immediately.

Finally

Professional honey labels are not only a source of product information, they also serve as a creative canvas on which the quality of your premium product comes to life and gets the attention it deserves. Ultimately, it is the labels on the honey jars that attract the consumer’s attention and tell the stories behind the honey.