Buying Saudi Honey: Sidr vs Talh

Honey in Saudi Arabia is serious business.

Types

1. Sidr (Royal): Monofloral honey from the Lote tree. Thick, caramel taste. Immune booster.
   • Price: Expensive (300 - 800 SAR/kg).
2. Talh (Acacia): Darker, reddish. Good for digestion and diabetics (lower sucrose).
3. Samra: Dark, strong taste. Good for coughs.

The "Match Test"

• (Myth): Lighting a match dipped in honey proves it's pure.
• Reality: Just taste it. Pure Sidr burns the throat slightly (aftertaste). Buy from reputable shops like Asal Al-Barri or Al-Nahl Al-Jawal.