Honey has a rich history in Egypt, dating back thousands of years.
In fact, the ancient Egyptians were one of the first civilizations to
domesticate bees and harvest honey.

Archaeological evidence shows that honey was used in Egypt as
early as 5,500 BCE. Ancient Egyptians used honey as a sweetener
in food and drinks, as well as for medicinal purposes. Honey was
also an important ingredient in embalming fluids used to preserve
bodies for the afterlife.
 

Beekeeping was a respected profession in ancient Egypt, and
beekeepers were highly regarded for their skills. Hives were often
kept in clay pots or baskets, and beekeepers would use smoke to
calm the bees before harvesting the honey.

Honey was so highly valued in ancient Egypt that it was often used
as a form of currency. In fact, honey was sometimes used to pay taxes,
and it was even used to pay tribute to pharaohs.

The Egyptians also believed that honey had magical and spiritual
properties. Honey was used in religious ceremonies and offerings,
and it was believed to have the power to ward off evil spirits.

One of the most famous depictions of honey in ancient Egypt is the
"Honeycomb Vase," which dates back to the 18th dynasty (1550-1292 BCE).
The vase shows a beekeeper collecting honey from a hive while wearing
protective clothing.
 

Overall, honey played an important role in the daily life and culture of
ancient Egypt, and it continues to be valued as a sweetener, food, and
medicine in Egypt and around the world today.