Autumn Honey from Sanlúcar de Barrameda: Puerto de Oriente's Liquid Gold

Honey Production in September and October: The Golden Treasure of Southern Spain

With the arrival of autumn in southern Spain, the fields of Sanlúcar de Barrameda transform into a paradise for bees. September and October mark a unique time in honey production, when the last blooms of the year offer exceptional quality nectar. At Puerto de Oriente, we work directly with small local beekeepers who have perfected the art of beekeeping for generations.

During these months, bees take advantage of late eucalyptus blooms, wild rosemary, and the last orange blossoms that characterize the Cádiz landscape. This autumn honey presents unique nuances: denser, with complex floral notes and an intense golden color that reflects the richness of our Andalusian land.

Puerto de Oriente: Supporting Small Beekeepers from Cádiz

At Puerto de Oriente, we believe in the value of authenticity. Our artisanal honey comes exclusively from small beekeepers in Sanlúcar de Barrameda and its surroundings. Among our collaborators stands out Doña Ana's Honey, a beekeeper with over 30 years of experience who maintains her hives in the pine forests near Doñana National Park.

Doña Ana represents the essence of traditional Cádiz beekeeping: respect for bees, ancestral knowledge, and passion for producing the best honey in Andalusia. Her hives, strategically located between sunflower fields and Mediterranean forests, produce honey with designation of origin that captures the entire essence of southern Spain.

3 Autumn Recipes with Doña Ana's Honey

1. Autumn French Toast with Doña Ana's Honey and Cinnamon

Ingredients:

• 8 slices of day-old bread
• 500ml whole milk
• 3 eggs
• 4 tablespoons of Doña Ana's Honey
• Ground cinnamon
• Extra virgin olive oil

Preparation: Heat milk with 2 tablespoons of honey and cinnamon. Soak bread, dip in beaten egg, and fry until golden. Serve with a generous drizzle of Doña Ana's Honey and sprinkled cinnamon.

2. Roasted Pumpkin with Honey and Walnuts

Ingredients:

• 1 medium pumpkin cut into wedges
• 3 tablespoons of Doña Ana's Honey
• Chopped walnuts
• Olive oil
• Sea salt
• Fresh thyme

Preparation: Roast pumpkin at 200°C for 25 minutes. Mix Sanlúcar honey with oil and thyme, glaze the pumpkin and bake 10 more minutes. Garnish with walnuts before serving.

3. Digestive Chamomile Infusion with Honey

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon Sanlúcar chamomile
• 1 tablespoon Doña Ana's Honey
• Juice of half a lemon
• 250ml water

Preparation: Prepare chamomile infusion, let steep for 5 minutes and add artisanal honey and lemon. Perfect for cool autumn afternoons in Andalusia.

Health Benefits of Autumn Honey

Puerto de Oriente's autumn honey not only delights the palate but also provides numerous health benefits. Rich in antioxidants, natural enzymes, and minerals, our honey strengthens the immune system just when we need it most, preparing us for the colder months.

Small beekeepers from Cádiz like Doña Ana maintain sustainable practices that preserve honey's nutritional properties, without excessive pasteurization or artificial additives.

Where to Find Authentic Sanlúcar Honey

At Puerto de Oriente, each jar of Doña Ana's Honey tells a story: that of our bees, our fields, and our beekeepers. Available in our online store, we bring the authentic flavor of Sanlúcar de Barrameda directly to your table.

This autumn, discover why Cádiz honey is considered one of the best in Spain. Each spoonful is a sensory journey through the unique landscapes of southern Andalusia.