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Grey Ironbark

Honeyhunters Australia | Sandy Creek, QLD

A dark, full-bodied eucalyptus honey from grey ironbark in flower across Queensland's native forests. Strong, malty, slow to crystallise.

ApiaryHoneyhunters Australia
RegionSandy Creek, Moreton Bay QLD
Floral SourceGrey Ironbark (Eucalyptus)
BeekeepersSimon & Ruth
ForageQLD State Forests
IngredientsHONEY
UseRaw drizzle
TextureSmooth, slow set
FloralGrey Ironbark
Best WithToast, tea
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Honey OverviewAbout This Honey

Grey ironbark is one of the great Australian eucalypts for honey. When it flowers across the State Forests of south-east Queensland, the bees work it hard and bring back a dark, full-flavoured honey with a malty depth and a clean finish. It is slow to crystallise and holds its character for a long time.

Tip: Grey ironbark stands up to strong flavours. Spoon it over aged cheddar or blue cheese, or stir it through a robust black tea where lighter honeys would disappear.

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SourcingHow It Is Produced
ForageNative eucalyptus forest
Hive SitesQLD State Forests & National Parks
ExtractionCold, unheated
FilteringStrained, not fine-filtered
What Goes In
HeatingNone
AdditivesNone
Fillers or SyrupsNone
Verified Nutrition Data
Nutritional Values
Data Source

FSANZ NUTTAB - Honey. Values are typical averages per 100g. Honey is energy dense and almost entirely natural sugars. A serve is about one teaspoon (7g). Not dietary or medical advice.

320kcal
Energy per 100g
320 kcal
1340 kJ • about 22 kcal per teaspoon
Macronutrients per 100g
Carbohydrates82g
Natural fruit sugars from nectar. No added sugar or syrup.
of which Sugars82g
Mostly fructose and glucose, occurring naturally in honey.
Protein0.3g
Trace amounts only.
Sodium4mg
Naturally very low. Nothing added.
NutrientPer 100g
Energy
320 kcal / 1340 kJ▼
Honey is energy dense. Almost all of the energy comes from natural sugars.
Carbohydrates
82 g▼
Carbohydrate in honey is natural sugar drawn from flower nectar. No syrups or added sugar.
of which Sugars
82 g▼
Mostly fructose and glucose. The exact ratio shifts with the floral source.
Protein
0.3 g▼
Honey carries only trace protein from pollen and bee enzymes.
Total Fat
0 g▼
Honey contains no fat.
Sodium
4 mg▼
Naturally very low. No salt added.
Naturally Occurring Minerals
Potassium
52 mg▼
The most abundant mineral in honey, carried over from the nectar.
Calcium
6 mg▼
Present in small, naturally occurring amounts.
Iron
0.4 mg▼
A trace mineral naturally present in raw honey.
All values are typical averages per 100g for honey, sourced from FSANZ NUTTAB. Exact figures vary with floral source and season. Not dietary or medical advice.
01Storage
Pantry Storage
Keep the jar sealed in a cool, dark cupboard. Honey does not need refrigeration, and the fridge will speed up crystallisation.
Crystallisation
If the honey sets or goes grainy, that is natural raw honey, not a fault. Stand the jar in warm water and stir gently to bring it back to liquid.
Shelf Life
Sealed and kept dry, honey keeps for years. Always use a dry spoon. Water in the jar is the one thing that will spoil it.
Infants Under One
Do not feed honey to children under twelve months. This is a standard food safety guideline for all honey, raw or otherwise.
02Use
Keep It Raw
High heat destroys the natural enzymes and aroma. Stir it into warm tea once it has cooled a little, not boiling water.
Best With
Toast and butter, strong cheese, roast vegetables, marinades and dressings. Its depth carries through bold flavours.
Measuring
Lightly oil the spoon or cup first and the honey slides straight off with no waste and no mess.
Baking Swap
Swap honey for sugar in baking. Use a little less honey than sugar, reduce other liquids slightly, and drop the oven about 10 degrees.
Recipe Suggestions
Recipes
01
Honey and Lemon SootheStir • 5 min • Serves 1
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You'll Need
2 tsp Grey Ironbark honeyJuice of half a lemon1 cup hot water, slightly cooled1 slice fresh ginger (optional)
Method
1Boil the kettle and let it sit for two minutes so the water is hot but not boiling.
2Add the lemon juice and ginger to a mug and pour over the water.
3Stir in the honey last, once the water has cooled a little, to keep it raw.
Tip: Adding honey to boiling water flattens the aroma and kills the enzymes. Always let the cup cool for a minute first.
02
Ironbark Honey Roast VegetablesRoast • 35 min • Serves 4
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You'll Need
600g carrots and parsnips, cut in batons2 tbsp Grey Ironbark honey2 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp wholegrain mustard2 sprigs thymeFlaky salt and pepper
Method
1Heat the oven to 200°C. Toss the vegetables with oil, salt and pepper on a tray.
2Roast for 20 minutes until they start to colour and soften.
3Whisk the honey, mustard and thyme. Spoon over the vegetables and toss.
4Roast another 10 to 12 minutes until glazed and caramelised at the edges.
Tip: Add the honey glaze in the back half of cooking. Drizzle it on too early and the sugars catch and burn.
03
Honey Mustard DressingWhisk • 5 min • Serves 4
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You'll Need
1 tbsp Grey Ironbark honey1 tbsp Dijon mustard2 tbsp apple cider vinegar4 tbsp olive oilSalt and pepper
Method
1Whisk the honey, mustard and vinegar together until smooth.
2Pour the oil in slowly while whisking so the dressing emulsifies.
3Season to taste. Store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to a week.
Tip: Grey ironbark gives this dressing a deeper, almost malty note. It suits bitter leaves, roast chicken and grain salads.
Independently Verified · NV 1.0
Verified OriginApiary (Honeyhunters Australia), region (Sandy Creek, Moreton Bay QLD), and hive sites across Queensland State Forests and National Parks are declared and verified against on-label and marketing claims.
Single Floral SourceGrey ironbark (Eucalyptus) is declared as the dominant floral source for this honey. The floral claim is verified as consistent with the producer's labelling and marketing.
Raw and UnheatedCold extracted and not heated beyond hive temperature. The raw and unheated claim is declared by the producer and verified against on-label and marketing claims.
B-QUAL CertifiedHoneyhunters holds B-QUAL accreditation for honey quality assurance. The certification is confirmed as genuinely held by the producer. Nutrition Verified reports the certification, it does not lab-test the honey itself.
Accurate Nutritional ProfileNutritional values are sourced from FSANZ NUTTAB and presented as typical averages per 100g. They are not absolute or guaranteed values and shift with floral source and season.
Honest Ingredient DeclarationFull ingredient declaration: HONEY. No added sugar, syrups, fillers, or flavours. Consistent with on-label declaration.

Nutrition Verified confirms that what Honeyhunters Australia declares about their products is accurate, consistent, and not misleading. Origin, production practices, ingredients, and nutritional information, all reviewed against published standards.

Disclaimer

Nutrition Verified is an independent information verification platform. Verification confirms that declared product information is accurate and not misleading at the time of review, based on what is provided by the producer. Nutrition Verified does not certify products, assess food safety, lab-test honey, make health or nutrition claims, or provide dietary or medical advice. Nutritional values are sourced from FSANZ NUTTAB or supplied by the producer and are typical averages per 100g. Verification does not constitute regulatory approval or endorsement of any product.