A premium light honey popular among mead makers for its clean flavor with a distinctive mild anise note. Star thistle honey produces refined, elegant meads and is a frequent choice for competition entries.

Characteristics

Floral Source
Centaurea solstitialis (yellow star thistle)
Color (Pfund)
28 mm
Color Category
White
Gravity Points
38.0 PPG
Origin Regions
California, Pacific Northwest, Mediterranean

Tasting Notes

Flavor Profile

Light, clean sweetness with a mild anise or licorice undertone. Smooth and slightly spicy finish.

Aroma

Mildly floral with subtle green and anise-like notes.

Recommended Mead Styles

Traditional mead, Show mead, Dry mead, Light metheglin