What is Jimerito honey?

Jimerito is a rare stingless bee honey traditionally valued in Honduras. It is different from common honey because it comes from small native bees and has a naturally more liquid texture, tangy sweetness, and deep cultural importance.

How is Jimerito different from regular honey?

Jimerito is produced in much smaller amounts than common honey. Its flavor is often more tangy, floral, and complex. Because production is limited and traditional harvesting requires care, it is naturally more precious.

How do I use Jimerito honey?

Enjoy a small spoonful by itself, drizzle it over fruit, add it to warm herbal tea after the tea cools slightly, or use it as a special finishing honey. Avoid adding it to boiling water to preserve its delicate flavor.

Can children consume Jimerito honey?

Like all raw honey, Jimerito should not be given to infants under 12 months. For older children and adults, start with a small amount, especially if there are known allergies to bee products.

How should I store Jimerito honey?

Keep it sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Because stingless bee honey can be naturally more liquid, use a clean spoon and close the container tightly after each use.

Jimerito stingless bee honey bottle, 30 ml, amber glass with dropper applicator and tan label

Immune defense

Skin care

Traditional eye support

Enriched nutrients

Stingless Bee Honey

Jimerito | 30 ml / 1 fl oz

Tetragonisca angustula

Also known as: miel de melipona, stingless bee honey, Xunan Kab, Mayan honey

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The authentic Honduran Jimerito honey. Harvested from Tetragonisca angustula log hives, prized for its high antioxidants and traditional eye health support.

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Traditional Benefits

Immune defense: Packed with natural enzymes to help support the body's immune system.
Skin care: Applied topically to soothe minor irritations and promote skin healing.
Traditional eye support: Traditionally used in Mesoamerican practices for soothing eye discomfort.
Enriched nutrients: Provides a unique profile of rare antioxidants and natural vitamins.

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The STINGLESS BEE HONEY Ritual

A rare treasure from the stingless Tetragonisca angustula bees of Honduras.

A rare treasure from the stingless Tetragonisca angustula bees of Honduras. Jimerito honey is harvested from wild log hives in the biodiverse landscapes of Olancho, where indigenous communities have maintained ancestral beekeeping traditions for centuries. Unlike common honeybee honey, Jimerito is produced by tiny, gentle stingless bees known locally as "Jimerito" or "Xunan Kab" in Mayan culture. This raw, unfiltered honey carries a distinctive tangy-sweet flavor profile and watery consistency due to higher moisture content-a natural characteristic of meliponini honey. Revered in traditional medicine for eye health, immune support, and skin vitality, Jimerito has gained global attention as a natural remedy trending on social media. From the hands of local harvesters to your wellness routine, this honey bridges ancient wisdom with modern health-conscious living.

How to Use

For Eye Health (Traditional Use)

Apply 1-2 drops of pure Jimerito honey directly into each eye before bedtime.
Gently close eyes and allow the honey to spread naturally across the surface. May cause temporary mild stinging sensation.
Use consistently for traditional eye health support.
Always ensure hands and dropper are clean before application.

For Immune Support & Energy

Take 1 teaspoon of Jimerito honey 2-3 times daily, either directly or dissolved in lukewarm water or herbal tea.
Consume on an empty stomach in the morning for optimal absorption, or between meals throughout the day.
Do not heat above room temperature to preserve enzymatic properties.

For Respiratory Health

Mix 1 teaspoon of Jimerito honey in warm (not hot) water with fresh lemon juice.
Sip slowly to soothe throat inflammation, ease congestion, and support respiratory function.
Use 2-3 times daily during seasonal challenges.

For Wound Care & Skin Health

Apply a thin layer of Jimerito honey directly to clean, minor wounds, burns, or skin irritations.
Cover with a clean bandage if desired.
Reapply 1-2 times daily until healed. The honey's antimicrobial properties support natural healing.

Storage Note: Keep refrigerated after opening. Due to high moisture content typical of stingless bee honey, proper storage preserves freshness and prevents fermentation.

Processing

Processing Method

Harvest Selection

Careful selection of honey pots from the natural nests of Tetragonisca angustula stingless bees.

Honey Extraction

Native harvesters apply their ancestral and traditional method to gently extract the unfiltered honey, ensuring the colony's preservation.

Separation

The honey is minimally separated from the larger pieces of wax and cerumen through slow, gravity-based straining.

Settling

The unpasteurized honey is allowed to settle naturally, maintaining its rich texture and beneficial particles.

Storage

The pure, unfiltered honey is stored in sealed containers, traditionally gourds or glass jars, protecting its unique properties.

1
Harvest Selection
Careful selection of honey pots from the natural nests of Tetragonisca angustula stingless bees.
2
Honey Extraction
Native harvesters apply their ancestral and traditional method to gently extract the unfiltered honey, ensuring the colony's preservation.
3
Separation
The honey is minimally separated from the larger pieces of wax and cerumen through slow, gravity-based straining.
4
Settling
The unpasteurized honey is allowed to settle naturally, maintaining its rich texture and beneficial particles.
5
Storage
The pure, unfiltered honey is stored in sealed containers, traditionally gourds or glass jars, protecting its unique properties.

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Origin

🇭🇳 Honduras

Shelf Life

For best potency, use within 12-18 months.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, and dark place. Always keep tightly sealed. Avoid prolonged heat and humidity.

Ingredients

Raw honey from stingless bees (Tetragonisca angustula).

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The STINGLESS BEE HONEY Ritual

A rare treasure from the stingless Tetragonisca angustula bees of Honduras.

How to Use

For Eye Health (Traditional Use)

Apply 1-2 drops of pure Jimerito honey directly into each eye before bedtime.
Gently close eyes and allow the honey to spread naturally across the surface. May cause temporary mild stinging sensation.
Use consistently for traditional eye health support.
Always ensure hands and dropper are clean before application.

For Immune Support & Energy

Take 1 teaspoon of Jimerito honey 2-3 times daily, either directly or dissolved in lukewarm water or herbal tea.
Consume on an empty stomach in the morning for optimal absorption, or between meals throughout the day.
Do not heat above room temperature to preserve enzymatic properties.

For Respiratory Health

Mix 1 teaspoon of Jimerito honey in warm (not hot) water with fresh lemon juice.
Sip slowly to soothe throat inflammation, ease congestion, and support respiratory function.
Use 2-3 times daily during seasonal challenges.

For Wound Care & Skin Health

Apply a thin layer of Jimerito honey directly to clean, minor wounds, burns, or skin irritations.
Cover with a clean bandage if desired.
Reapply 1-2 times daily until healed. The honey's antimicrobial properties support natural healing.

Storage Note: Keep refrigerated after opening. Due to high moisture content typical of stingless bee honey, proper storage preserves freshness and prevents fermentation.

Processing Method

Harvest Selection

Careful selection of honey pots from the natural nests of Tetragonisca angustula stingless bees.

Honey Extraction

Native harvesters apply their ancestral and traditional method to gently extract the unfiltered honey, ensuring the colony's preservation.

Separation

The honey is minimally separated from the larger pieces of wax and cerumen through slow, gravity-based straining.

Settling

The unpasteurized honey is allowed to settle naturally, maintaining its rich texture and beneficial particles.

Storage

The pure, unfiltered honey is stored in sealed containers, traditionally gourds or glass jars, protecting its unique properties.

1
Harvest Selection
Careful selection of honey pots from the natural nests of Tetragonisca angustula stingless bees.
2
Honey Extraction
Native harvesters apply their ancestral and traditional method to gently extract the unfiltered honey, ensuring the colony's preservation.
3
Separation
The honey is minimally separated from the larger pieces of wax and cerumen through slow, gravity-based straining.
4
Settling
The unpasteurized honey is allowed to settle naturally, maintaining its rich texture and beneficial particles.
5
Storage
The pure, unfiltered honey is stored in sealed containers, traditionally gourds or glass jars, protecting its unique properties.