Honey Storage
Storing honey is easy. Simply keep it in a cool location away from direct sunlight in a tightly covered container. It is not necessary to refrigerate honey. In fact, it's much easier to handle if you don't.Honey may also be frozen, although there's really no need.
Do not be alarmed if stored honey becomes cloudy. This is called crystallization. It is not harmful nor is it any indication of deterioration. In fact, honey has an indefinite shelf-life thanks to its high concentration of sugar. Raw honey with high pollen content will crystallize even faster, and cold temperatures also cause crystals. Crystallized honey is one of the many forms intentionally produced for purchase by many beekeepers.
If your honey crystallizes, you can easily re-liquify it by gently heating the jar in a pan of hot water, stirring while heating. Do not overheat as heat may alter flavor and color as a result of carmelization of the sugars.
More About Honey:
• Honey History
• Honey Forms, Colors, and Textures
• Honey Flavor Chart
• Honey Storage
• Honey and Health - Warning for Babies
• Honey Tips and Hints
• Honey Recipes
Cookbooks
| • | Covered in Honey |
| • | Honey: A Connoisseur's Guide With Recipes |
| • | The Healthy Taste of Honey |
| • | The Naturally Sweet Baker |
| • | More Cookbooks |
