What type of honey is produced from balsam fir trees?

Fir tree honey, often referred to specifically as honeydew honey when it comes from conifers like the balsam fir, is produced when bees collect the sugary secretions (honeydew) excreted by aphids feeding on the tree. Balsam fir trees can have aphids that generate this substance, which the bees transform into honey. This type of honey is characterized by its dark color and rich, complex flavors that differ from floral honeys.

In contrast, the other types of honey mentioned are derived from various floral sources. Wildflower honey comes from bees foraging on a mix of wildflowers, clover honey is primarily sourced from clover plants, and orange blossom honey is made from the blossoms of orange trees. Each of these honeys has distinct flavors and properties based on the specific flowers involved, underscoring why fir tree honey stands out as it is associated with the balsam fir rather than flowering plants.