HONEY GUIDE

Understanding Our Honey

Not all honey of the same type is equal. In Yemen, honey is traditionally classified into grades based on overall quality, purity, and concentration. These grades are determined by the outcome of each harvest — some seasons produce exceptional honey, others less so.

Sidr Honey Grades

Grade One (Royal Sidr)
The highest and rarest grade of Sidr honey. It represents the most concentrated and exceptional harvests, produced only when conditions align perfectly. Availability is always very limited.

Mumtaz Grade (Sidr Mumtaz)
Still considered high quality and authentic. Mumtaz Sidr retains the defining characteristics Sidr honey is known for, with slightly less concentration than Grade One.

At Alwadi, we offer:

Sidr Mumtaz
Royal Sidr (Grade One)

Both are genuine — the difference lies in grade and concentration, not legitimacy.

Sumur (Acacia) Grades

Sumur honey is also traditionally graded.

Grade One (Royal Sumur)
The highest quality Sumur honey, known for its strength, depth, and bold character.

At Alwadi, we offer only Grade One Sumur, labelled as Royal Sumur Acacia Honey.

Flavour & Texture Profiles

Royal Sidr

Deeper caramel, richer and longer finish

Manga Honey

Naturally mango-like with a jammy texture, often enjoyed as a spread

Sawrab

Floral, rosy, creamy and naturally set

Sidr Honey

Butterscotch, toffee, warm sweetness

Maraa’i (Wildflower)

Classic honey flavour, light floral and balanced

Royal Sumur Honey

Dark, medicinal acacia honey

Why Some Honeys Are Rare

Honey is not manufactured — it is seasonal and dependent on nature. Each harvest is influenced by climate, rainfall, floral availability, and region.
This is why:

Some honeys are available only in small quantities
Certain varieties may not return every year
Prices differ between types and grades

Rarity is natural, not engineered.

How People Commonly Enjoy Our Honey

There is no single correct way to enjoy honey. Some common practices include:

Taking a teaspoon daily as part of a routine
Mixing with warm water
Stirring into tea or drinks once they have cooled slightly
Enjoying as a spread (especially Sawrab or Manga)

Looking Ahead
We continue to explore traditional combinations and formats, including infused honeys. Any future additions will follow the same focus on quality, transparency, and origin.