About Our Honey
Introduction: What is Himalayan Cliff Honey?
"Himalayan Honey," "Himalayan Cliff Honey," or "Mad Honey" is 100% natural wild honey from the high Himalayas of Nepal. The world’s largest honey bee, called Himalayan Giant Honey Bees (Apis Dorsata Laboriosa) collects the nectar from the rhododendron and other wildflowers in the mountains. The Himalayan honey bee is twenty times bigger than a regular honey bee.
This unique honey is also commonly referred to as “mad honey” due to the presence of a type of neurotoxin called grayanotoxin, which is responsible for hallucinations and psychedelic effects. However, the effects of the honey might differ depending on its age and the season it has been collected in.
The “mad honey” is found in different colors, like dark brown, red, and white crimson, with a thick and viscous consistency. Also, it can be bitter in taste with a distinct floral aroma. With its unique taste, many use mad honey in various culinary practices and ways of consumption.
Making of Himalayan Cliff Honey
We work with Gurung tribes and locals of the Annapurna and Manaslu Himalayan ranges of Nepal forests, where the tribal honey hunters collect the honey. For the indigenous tribes, honey hunting is an ancestral art of collecting honey that has been going around for thousands of years.
They acquire a special set of skills to go through the dangers of getting honey from the cliffs by only using delicate ropes and baskets. However, they have exceptional teamwork and the courage to tackle any hurdles they face during the hunt.
Since the Giant Himalayans build their nest on high cliffs, the honey-hunting process is more dangerous and challenging. Hence, Cliff Honey is the most unique and rarely found honey in the world. Also, it has been known as “Bheer Maha” due to its making in the cliffs.
Interestingly the giant honey bees suck the nectar out of the rhododendron or other wildflowers, which make them sick, and they produce psychedelic honey.
Benefits of Himalayan Cliff Honey
The forests of the high Annapurna and Manaslu range have plenty of medicinal plants - including the plants responsible for collecting honey. Cliff Honey has high-end medicinal and Ayurvedic benefits known throughout history.
Grayanotoxane in honey is responsible for numerous mental, physical, and spiritual health benefits. Mad honey contains antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial properties.
Medical and Ayurvedic Benefits of Himalayan Cliff Honey:
Boosts Immune System
With the presence of anti-bacterial and antiviral properties, mad honey serves exceedingly well to strengthen our immune system.
Improves Digestion Process
Mad honey works wonders for your digestive system if you consume it with tea, coffee, or simply water. For years, it has relieved indigestion and bloating and other gut-related ailments like ulcers, bowels, abdominal pain, etc.
Aids in losing weight/maintenance
Not only does it improve the immune system, but also accelerates your weight loss journey. Just a tablespoon of honey with water or tea on an empty stomach in the morning will help you shed some extra pounds. Additionally, making it a part of your staple diet can help your body weight to be on track.
Boosts energy level
Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, Vitamin C, amino acids, calcium, and other nutrients present in the mad honey help to improve your energy level. Moreover, it contains amino acids, including arginine, aspartic acid, and lysine, which boost metabolism and memory power.
Works as a pain relief
Since chronic headaches and migraines are the results of untreated psychological disorders, the Ayurvedic healing properties work to alleviate your stress and anxiety. As a result, it can soothe your chronic headache and migraine.
Treats sleeping disorder
If you have trouble falling asleep at night or having a good night’s sleep, you can take honey a few hours before your bedtime. The calming effects of mad honey can improve your sleep cycles.
Works as an antiseptic
Honey contains hydrogen peroxide that prevents the growth of bacteria. In addition, raw honey kills germs effectively and promotes tissue regeneration. Therefore, this red honey is becoming widely known for its swift recovery.
Improves libido and sexual performance
It also has aphrodisiac properties that increase sexual instinct and stamina.
The Gurung folks have used mad honey for over a thousand years to improve their sexual desire and performance.
Treats cough and throat irritation
It contains dextromethorphan, a key component in treating cough. Hence, it functions flawlessly as a cough syrup. In addition to treating cough, it also soothes sore throats and colds.
Improves mood
The Himalayan Honey has recreational properties that calm you and work out your bad mood. It helps you unravel your creativity and deal with stress efficiently.