In the incense valleys of Dhofar, two trees flower within days of one another — the dark Samar and the sacred frankincense. For a few weeks each year, bees gather from both, and a honey unlike any other is born.
Dhofar Valley — Sultanate of Oman
Where Two Rare Trees Meet
Dhofar’s mountains hold a landscape found almost nowhere else on earth — monsoon mist meeting arid stone, and among its slopes, the wild Samar and the frankincense tree grow within reach of the same hives.
Each spring, for a brief and unpredictable window, both trees flower together. Bees move between the two, and the honey that results carries the dark, smoky character of Samar softened by the resinous whisper of frankincense blossom — a combination no apiary can replicate by design.
This is not a blended honey. It is a single harvest, shaped entirely by what grew, and flowered, side by side that season.
A Harvest That Cannot Be Repeated at Will
Dual Blossom
Gathered from Samar and frankincense flowers growing together — a natural, unplanned pairing.
Extremely Limited
The flowering overlap lasts only weeks and does not occur identically every year.
Raw & Unheated
Cold-extracted and left unpasteurised, to preserve its natural density and aroma.
Dark, Smoky, Quietly Resinous
Deep Dark Amber
Almost brown at rest, glowing garnet when held to the light.
Dense & Fluid
A slow, generous pour, smooth across the palate.
Smoky Caramel, Resinous Whisper
Bold caramel depth from the Samar, closed by a faint, incense-like finish.
Unlike any single-origin honey — because no single tree could have made it alone.
Created for the Majlis, the Table and the Gift
Omani Coffee
Premium Dates
Fine Gastronomy
Prestigious Gifting
Three Ways to Reveal Its Character
Pure, by the Spoon
Taste it alone first, and let the smoky and resinous notes unfold slowly.
With Omani Coffee
Served beside kahwa and dates, in the spirit of Dhofari hospitality.
In Fine Cuisine
A few drops over aged cheese or into a dark sauce reveal its depth.
Specifications
| Product | Omani Samar & Frankincense Honey |
|---|---|
| Alternative Name | Miel de Soumour et Fleurs d’Encens — عسل السمر واللبان |
| Origin | Dhofar Valley, Oman |
| Honey Variety | Raw Samar & Frankincense Blossom Honey |
| Ingredients | 100% Pure Honey |
| Processing | Raw and unpasteurised |
| Colour | Deep dark amber |
| Flavour | Smoky caramel with a resinous finish |
| Available Sizes | 250 g and 400 g |
| Quality Control | Laboratory analysed for purity and authenticity |
| Storage | Store tightly closed at room temperature, away from direct sunlight. |
Questions About This Honey
Is this the same as pure frankincense honey?
No. This is a natural pairing of Samar and frankincense blossom, harvested together when both trees flower at once. Our pure Frankincense Honey is a separate, single-origin product.
Why is production so limited?
The overlap between Samar and frankincense flowering lasts only a few weeks and varies each year with rainfall and climate — some seasons yield very little.
Can this honey crystallise?
Yes, naturally. This does not affect quality. Gently warm the sealed jar in water no hotter than 40°C to soften it.
Which size should I choose?
250 g suits discovery; 400 g is ideal for regular tasting or gifting.
