When bees collect nectar to produce honey, their bodies also trap a small portion of pollen, which, once it reaches the hive, the bees themselves allocate as food for their eggs to provide protein for the future generation of bees.
Using a delicate system, these “balls” are harvested from their little legs and, once dried, are a valuable nutritional supply for humans as well.
Characteristics and fragrances
The taste and scent of the pollen are reminiscent of those of the different “millefiori” from which it comes, as are the colors of the grains, with a yellow that can tend to pink as well as orange.This is a versatile product that melts in the mouth with little initial resistance and releases a sweet, intense flavor.
Kitchen uses and pairings
It is used to bread meat or as a complement to cereals and yogurt, as well as for fruit salads and ice cream or simply dissolved in a cup of warm milk.
A product with versatile uses, it has many positive nutritional properties.
Produced high in the mountains in an unspoiled valley
The pollen is produced by Poscavrì, a small farm dedicated to nature and founded a very few years ago by Martina and Alessandro. Their farm is surrounded by woods, full of green nooks and crannies where plants such as Thyme, peppermint climbing rosellas, elderberry, healing wild herbs and many, many other little plants grow.
What does the indication “Mountain Product” mean?
This quality indication (issued by the European Commission) aims to promote the recognizability and characteristics of the agri-food productions of mountain territories, with which the small companies of our territory tell their stories made of traditions, quality and goodness.
The “Mountain Product” label was created to show how these companies guarantee the consumer an authentically mountain product, while also ensuring that the highest quality standards are met as well as unparalleled taste.
Useful information and interesting facts about bee pollen grains
What is bee pollen grain?
Natural granules obtained from flower pollen that bees collect and compact. The color and aroma vary according to the flowers (from soft yellow to brown), so each batch may have different shades.
How is it used and what is the recommended dose?
Start with 1 teaspoon/day (≈3-5 g) and gradually increase. Typical adult use: 5-10 g/day; some customs go up to 10-15 g/day. Ideal intake in the morning, alone or in yogurt/honey.
Practical ideas for using it every day
- 1 teaspoon in yogurt or kefir with fruit and cereal
- In acacia honey (creates a spreadable cream)
- In fruit smoothies or vegetable milk
- Sprinkled on salads and bowls
How does it taste and how does it match?
Floral-resinous flavor, with sweet and slightly bitter notes. Excellent:
- In muesli or yogurt
- On fruits, smoothies and kefir
- Mixed with honey or dissolved in lukewarm (not boiling) drinks
Difference between fresh pollen and dry pollen?
- Fresh: soft, aromatic granules, store in refrigerator/freezer; superior flavor yield.
- Dry/dehydrated: more practical, stable at room temperature; can be rehydrated a few minutes in water, milk or honey.
Barbara Ottaviani (verified owner) –
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Mattia Apostoli –
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