Langnese is a German brand of honey, ice cream, and other related products. It is one of the oldest and most well-known honey brands in Europe, and its ice cream has also gained popularity in recent years.
Founded in 1927 by the beekeeper Friedrich Schmidt in Hamburg, Germany
Named after a region in Northern Italy where Schmidt learned about beekeeping
In the 1950s, Langnese became the first German honey brand to sell honey in a jar instead of a cylinder
In the 1970s and 1980s, Langnese expanded its product line to include ice cream and other products
In 2002, Langnese was acquired by the multinational food company Unilever
Italian company known for its chocolates and hazelnut spreads, such as Nutella
Swiss multinational food and beverage conglomerate with a wide range of products, including ice cream
American ice cream company known for its whimsical flavors and commitment to social and environmental causes
Langnese offers a variety of honey products, including traditional honey in jars, honey with added flavors like ginger and cinnamon, and honey in squeezable bottles
Langnese's ice cream line includes classic flavors like vanilla and chocolate, as well as more unique flavors like tiramisu and stracciatella
Langnese also sells beekeeping equipment and supplies, such as frames and smokers, for hobbyist or professional beekeepers
Langnese honey is sold at many grocery stores and online retailers, as well as at some specialty food stores.
Langnese offers some organic honey products but does not market itself as exclusively organic.
Langnese offers a variety of ice cream flavors, including classics like chocolate and strawberry, as well as more unique flavors like tiramisu and stracciatella.
Unilever, Langnese's parent company, has a Sustainable Living Plan that includes targets for reducing environmental impact and greenhouse gas emissions.
Langnese's beekeeping equipment is typically made of wood or metal, depending on the product.