to Store Honey Properly
Regardless of how you test your honey, proper storage matters.
Honey should generally be kept in a clean, tightly closed container at room temperature and away from excessive heat and moisture.
Avoid introducing water or wet utensils into the jar unnecessarily.
Moisture can affect honey’s stability and, under certain conditions, contribute to fermentation.
Crystallization is not a sign that honey has necessarily gone bad. If desired, crystallized honey can often be gently warmed to return it to a more fluid consistency.
Avoid excessive heat, particularly if
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