Honey Show > Arrangements
Next Show Thursday 18 October 2012
The purpose of a honey show is to have honey and other hive products such as wax and mead assessed by an expert judge. The feedback that all participants receive is very helpful in maintaining quality standards. There are awards for all classes.
The four principal awards are the Thorp Cup for the best overall show results, the Nancy Wilshire Rosebowl for the best honey cake, the Jack Taylor Plaque for the best honey in the cottager class and, new in 2011, the Bernard Collins Trophy for the best entry in the show.
Guidance notes kindly compiled by Nigel Coad for those with limited show experience may be downloaded
For general information, the 2011 Honey Show schedule and entry instructions may be downloaded, but this will be reviewed and maybe changed for the 2012 Show
The honey cake recipe is as follows:
Honey Cake Recipe |
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Ingredients |
150g (5oz) butter, 175g (6oz) clear honey, 1 tablespoon of water, 110g (4oz) soft brown sugar, 2 eggs, 200g ( 7oz) s.r. flour. |
Method |
Place butter, sugar, honey and water into a saucepan and heat until fat melts, stirring all the time. Remove pan from heat and allow contents to cool to blood temperature. Gradually beat in the eggs. Add sieved flour and mix until smooth (do not over mix). Pour mixture into a greased and lined 180mm(7inch) tin and bake for one hour until risen and firm to touch. Oven temperature 180C, 350F or gas mark 4. |
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