While one of the most important facts about storing honey is that it doesn’t spoil even without preservatives or additives, liquid honey is susceptible to physical and chemical changes during storage; it tends to darken and lose part of its aroma and flavor. Over time, liquid honey also tends to naturally crystallize and become lumpy over time. This does not affect the taste and quality of honey at all, although it does change its appearance. Therefore, for commercial reasons, a certain shelf life is often indicated on bottles of honey in the store.

I often read from honey storage tips that honey should be kept at room temperature and should not be stored in a place that is too cold or too hot. The problem here is that it can be confusing because the ambient temperature varies from country to country. For example, where I live, the room temperature can sometimes reach 35°C, but I don’t refrigerate my honey, as cold temperatures would speed up the granulation process. Also, the crystallization rate varies for different types of honey. Tupelo honey, for example, is known to resist crystallization better than other types of honey.

I would advise that honey be stored at 21-27°C or 70-80°F in a dry cupboard, make sure the lid is on tight as honey tends to absorb moisture from the environment , which can lower its quality. Also store honey away from direct sunlight, as this could affect its properties. And this is the reason why some honeys come in dark containers. However, these dark packages do not allow consumers to judge the color, viscosity, clarity and crystallization of the honey. Some people prefer glass containers because glass is neutral and does not react to honey or alter its quality.

If you want to restore the granulated honey to its natural state, simply place the jar over hot water (around 50-60°C), as soon as the granules dissolve, remove the honey from the heat and let it cool as quickly as possible. . Remember, never boil honey!

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