Dandelion honey is often inquired about. What it is, and rightly so, as two distinct types of dandelion honey are popularly known. One is homemade by people, and the other is what is conventionally understood as honey, produced by bees.

The recipe for homemade dandelion honey, however, is an infusion of spring dandelion blossoms, which is heated, mixed with sugar and water, and lemon is added for flavor. There are various recipes, but the principle is largely similar.

What is referred to as ‘real’ dandelion honey, however, is still collected by bees, partially from dandelion blossoms, which are among the first spring plants to provide nectar. Additionally, it typically contains nectar from willows, which are also among the earliest honey-producing bloomers, as well as other spring plants like maples and oaks. The taste is intense, and the color ranges from light yellow to dark yellow.