Our Honey
Burzansky honey is produced by wild "Apis mellifera mellifera" honey bees, a unique species native to the Republic of Burzyan , located in the Ural Mountains of Russia
This honey is collected from the pristine forests of the burzyan Ural region, specifically from the protected Shulgan-Tash Nature Reserve — a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve known for its rich biodiversity and ancient beekeeping traditions.
Burzansky Honey has earned more than 50 gold medals at international exhibitions, including the famous International Green Week in Berlin.
Despite its high quality and global recognition, it is still not widely available in world markets, making it a rare and valuable find.
Collected from tree hives using ancient methods by the Burzyan's people—traditional forest beekeepers whose name means “bee head keeper”—this honey preserves centuries of natural beekeeping heritage.
Burzyan Wild Bees
This specific type of bee is of the Russian honey bee species is a descendent of the European black bee (Apis mellifera mellifera), which has formed after millions of years of geographic isolation. A Unique gene pool of the Burzyan honey bees has been monitored for the last 20 years.Burzyan wild honey bees are declared as rare species by the state of commission of the Russian federation. They add a unique enzymes to the honey due to their extreme resistance to diseases and harsh cold.
Why Burzansky Wild Honey?
Discover the unparalleled essence of nature captured in every drop of Burzyan Wild Honey.
Raw, untouched and unfiltered
This honey is completely raw, untouched, and unfiltered. When harvested and placed in barrels, the natural mixture of honey, bee bread, and nest debris remains intact—nothing is removed or altered.
Unique Enzyme
This honey is produced by a special species—the pure wild European black bee, known as the Burzansky Wild HoneyBee. These bees add unique enzymes that give the honey its exceptional natural properties.
Natural Reserve Harvest
This honey is collected from wild hives located in the protected, unpolluted high-altitude natural reserves of Burzansky, ensuring pure and pristine quality.
Wild Hive Honey: Nature's Pure Elixir
Step into the enchanting world of forest honey, a true embodiment of nature's finesse and purity. Here's why Bashkir wild honey stands out as a beacon of excellence:
Exquisite Taste and Healing Properties
Forest honey is highly valued for its rich taste and powerful healing properties. Renowned experts and honey connoisseurs consider it one of the finest and most elite varieties of Russian honey.
A Testament to Nature's Harmony
The forest ecosystem where this honey is harvested thrives in perfect harmony, untouched by human interference. Its natural ability to self-repair ensures that forest honey remains one of the cleanest and safest from an ecological perspective.
Bashkir Wild Honey
Derived from the pristine landscapes of Bashkortostan, Bashkir wild honey epitomizes forest honey at its finest. Collected from the blossoms of linden, maple, willow, and other forest flora, it encapsulates the essence of the wilderness.
Unique Characteristics
Wild honey has a unique appearance, ranging from light to dark brown, often showing greenish tones and dark orange flecks of parchment. Naturally rich in wax, enzymes, and trace minerals, it offers a delicate aroma and a pleasantly tart taste balanced with subtle sweetness.
Nutritional Powerhouse
Wild honey is packed with natural nutrients — including fructose, glucose, enzymes, vitamins, hormones, amino acids, and trace minerals. Its unmatched healing properties and rich flavor make it a true treasure of natural wellness.
Matured to Perfection
Wild-hive honey is collected just once a year, usually in late summer or early autumn. It undergoes a slow, natural maturation process that gives it exceptional depth, complexity, and richness—truly nature’s pure elixir.
How to Extract Bortevoy Honey
Delve into the ancient craft of bortnichestvo, the traditional method of harvesting honey from wild bees' nests nestled within the heart of nature. Here's a glimpse into the intricate process
Marking the Bort
Once the tree is chosen, a Tamga, a special brand or sign, is carved onto it to signify ownership and heritage. This unique mark ensures the bort's identity and lineage, passed down through generations.
Preparing the Bort
The newly hollowed bort is left to dry for a year or two before bees settle in. Beekeepers may cover it with a board, insulate it with dry grass, or hang protective measures like birch branches or iron nets to safeguard it from forest animals.
Preserving the Tradition
The craft of bortnichestvo is a cherished tradition passed down through generations. Today, as in centuries past, beekeepers honor nature’s rhythms — respecting the wild bees and the ancient forests they call home.
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Selecting the Tree
The journey begins with the careful selection of a suitable tree, typically pine, larch, oak, or linden. The chosen tree must be alive and meet specific criteria such as age, diameter, and proximity to essential elements like clear water and linden thickets.
Hollowing the Tree
Using specialized tools, the tree is hollowed out to create the bort, a natural or man-made hollow with a nest of wild bees. The hollow is carefully crafted at a height of 4-16 meters, providing an ideal environment for honey maturation.
Harvesting the Honey
Once the bort is ready, beekeepers venture into the wilderness, often on horseback, to inspect and collect honey. Honeycomb tongues laden with forest honey are carefully harvested, leaving ample stores for the bees' winter sustenance.
