Marthandam honey is a raw, natural, GI-tagged honey collected from the Western Ghats region near Marthandam, in Kanyakumari district, Tamil Nadu, India. It is produced by indigenous bee-keeping communities using traditional methods and is known for its medicinal value, distinct taste, and purity.
Pure. Wild. Marthandam Honey.
Discover the raw, unfiltered essence of nature with Marthandam Wild Forest Honey – harvested by traditional foragers from deep jungle hives in the Western Ghats of Tamil Nadu.
🌿 Why Marthandam Honey Is Different
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🐝 Wild-Harvested: From untouched forest hives, not farms.
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❄️ Cold-Extracted: No heat – nutrients and enzymes are preserved.
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🧪 Lab-Tested Purity: No chemicals. No added sugar.
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❤️ Immune-Boosting Goodness: Antioxidants, enzymes, pollen – all natural.
Flavor Profile: Rich, earthy, slightly floral – each spoonful tells a story of wildflowers, herbs, and forest nectar
Pure Certified Marthandam Wild Honey 500g
Regular price
Rs. 380.00
Why Marthandam Honey Stands Out
Marthandam honey, being raw and unprocessed, retains a treasure trove of natural compounds:
| Feature | Vritti | Others |
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| Origin | Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu, India | Mixed origins (industrial sources) |
| Source Flowers | Wild forest blooms, herbs, medicinal plants | Often unknown or blended |
| Processing Method | Cold-extracted, raw, unfiltered | Heated, ultra-filtered, pasteurized |
| GI Tag | ✅ Yes (India GI tag) | ❌ No |
| Taste Profile | Sweet with mild sour and earthy aftertaste | Sweetest, often bland |
| Antibacterial Compounds | Hydrogen peroxide, enzymes, polyphenols | Often destroyed by heat |
| Health Benefits | Immunity, digestion, Antioxidant, stress, skin, wounds | Mostly just energy |
| Authenticity Check | AGMARK-certified, GI seal | Adulteration common |
| Price Range (India) | ₹800–₹1,200/litre (raw, artisanal) | ₹300–₹500/litre |
Natural Composition & Bioactive Richness
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Sugars: ~38% fructose, ~31% glucose, with trace maltose and sucrose—giving instant energy and characteristic sweetness
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Minerals & vitamins: Includes iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium, plus 30+ trace minerals and water-soluble vitamins, notably vitamin C
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pH & stability: Slightly acidic (pH ~3.2–4.5), helping inhibit bacterial growth and enhancing preservability—shelf life of honey up to 18 months
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Bioactives: Honey rich in flavonoids (quercetin, kaempferol, luteolin), polyphenols, antioxidants, enzymes—powerful agents against oxidative stress
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