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Christos Klitsidis
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christos@honeyeklekton.gr
Alexandros Klitsidis
Co-Founder
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alexandros@honeyeklekton.gr
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The honey, the supply, and how we work together.
Eklekton produces two varieties: wildflower honey and pine honey. Wildflower honey has a light amber colour, mild floral aroma, and clean finish, harvested in spring from the Serres lowlands. Pine honey has a deep colour, rich texture, and distinct resinous character, gathered in late summer from highland forests above Serres.
Eklekton honey comes from Serres in Northern Greece. Wildflower honey is harvested each spring from the lowland meadows and herb fields of the Serres basin. Pine honey is gathered in late summer from the highland pine forests above Serres. All honey is packed at Eklekton's own facility in the village of Ivira, Serres (GR-62049).
Pine honey is darker, denser, and less sweet, with a distinctive resinous aroma and high mineral content. It crystallises slowly and holds its texture longer. Wildflower honey is lighter in colour and flavour, with delicate floral notes and a smooth finish. Both are harvested from distinct terrains around Serres at different times of year.
Eklekton honey is minimally processed to preserve its natural enzymes, pollen content, and flavour profile. It is extracted by centrifuge, lightly strained to remove wax particles, and packed without pasteurisation or blending. The facility in Ivira, Serres follows ISO 22000 food safety protocols throughout the handling and packaging process.
Wildflower honey is harvested in spring and pine honey in late summer, each at the peak of the respective season. Frames are extracted by centrifuge at the Eklekton facility in Ivira, Serres. The honey is strained, tested for moisture and quality, and packed directly into glass jars on-site, with full traceability from hive to jar.
Eklekton holds ISO 22000:2018 certification for its Food Safety Management System, issued by QMSCERT (Certificate No: 280225-2). The certification covers the standardisation and trading of flower honey, pine, chestnut and forest, pollen and honeycomb. The facility in Ivira, Serres is audited annually to maintain compliance.
Eklekton offers glass jars in 15g, 30g, 250g, and 450g sizes. The 15g and 30g formats are designed specifically for hotel breakfast tables and hospitality amenities. Larger 250g and 450g jars suit retail, delicatessen, and food service use. Bulk supply in larger containers is available for food manufacturers on request.
Minimum order quantities depend on product format and labelling type. Standard-label orders start from a single pallet. Private label orders require a higher minimum to cover custom packaging setup. Contact Eklekton directly or request a sample kit to discuss volumes, pricing tiers, and lead times for your specific requirements.
Eklekton honey has a best-before period of 24 months from the packing date when stored correctly. Honey should be kept in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, at a temperature between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius. Sealed glass jars preserve flavour, aroma, and texture throughout the stated shelf life.
Eklekton supplies hospitality and retail partners across Greece and exports to markets throughout Europe. Shipments are arranged from the facility in Ivira, Serres, with logistics tailored to each destination. Eklekton handles all export documentation, including phytosanitary certificates and customs paperwork required for cross-border honey trade within the EU.
Hotels choose Eklekton for its small-format 15g and 30g glass jars, designed to sit on breakfast tables without bulk dispensers. Each jar is portion-controlled, hygienic, and presents a premium guest experience. Eklekton supplies directly from its own certified facility, ensuring consistent quality, reliable stock, and competitive pricing without intermediaries.
Eklekton provides a full private label service, allowing partners to sell Eklekton honey under their own brand. The service covers custom label design, jar format selection, and regulatory labelling for the target market. Eklekton handles printing, application, and quality checks at its ISO 22000 certified facility in Ivira, Serres.
The process begins with a consultation to define your brand requirements: label design, jar size, honey variety, and order volume. Eklekton produces a proof and sample for approval before entering production. Lead time from approved artwork to first shipment is typically four to six weeks, depending on order size and label complexity.
Yes. Eklekton's 30g glass jars are well suited for in-room welcome baskets, guest amenities, and minibar offerings. Hotels can choose branded Eklekton jars or private label versions carrying the hotel's own identity. This format positions honey as a distinctive local product and a memorable guest takeaway from the region.
Sample kits are available for qualified trade buyers. Visit the Eklekton website and use the Request Samples form, specifying your business type, estimated volumes, and preferred honey varieties. The team reviews requests within two working days and ships sample sets at no charge to eligible hospitality and wholesale partners across Europe.
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